Nurturing Learners as LeadersKate Brown and Laura Harvey

Why promote the development of student voice and leadership

opportunities?

Student’s Perspective:

“It provides us with the experience of how to manage others in a

setting when we are normally taught and led. It gives us a sense of

ownership and makes us feel valued and powerful.”

(Year 10 Curriculum Leader)

• Empowers learners - helps to build self-confidence

• Encourages independence - helps to extend employability skills

• Rewards Positive Conduct - recognises and values the contributions of conscientious students

• Enhances skills requisite for academic success

• Strengthens the sense of community within educational settings

• Can help to forge or strengthen links with the wider community

What were our primary aims and intentions?

To strengthen the College’s working community and provide learners with an opportunity to be actively involved in the structure, delivery and organisation of their education.

To ensure our students are not only academic achievers, but are responsible citizens with skills for working life.

Our vehicle for facilitating student leadership:

How do we measure and ascertain impact?

Existing Opportunities

Existing Impact

Missed Opportunities

Potential Challenges

Next Step(s)

Planning Ahead:Student Leadership Audit