Prefect Leadership Training

On Saturday 16^th March 2013, 28 recently chosen prefects spent the day in school, stepping out of their comfort zones, pushing their personal boundaries and developing their skills in team work, decision making and leadership.  This day is one of the privileges of the prefect role;  it is an opportunity for students to learn skills that will help them in their positions of responsibility, now and in the future.

The day was ably led by our own ex-navy Major, Mr. Rad Lowry, assisted by Mrs. Anne-Marie Cowan (Head of Sixth Form), Mr. Peter Gillmore (Deputy Head) and me.  After a gentle introduction to some theoretical aspects of leadership, students were put through their paces in a series of exercises and simulations.  These were designed to provide contexts for examining team behaviours, practising leadership and exploring rational and interpersonal aspects of decision making.

Laughter, surprise and an element of discomfort characterised the experiences, and students shone as they interacted with their customary respect, care and curiosity.

Richard Dyer

Head Teacher
Secondary