Developing leadership capability within our pupils is a key aspect of our work at Belfast Boys’ Model School. Building capacity to provide leadership of peers is done through directed curriculum provision and the pastoral programme.

 

Senior School pupils are provided with a variety of opportunities to develop a range of skills through the diverse range of enrichment options and experience of work placement throughout Sixth Form. The tailored enrichment programme delivered to the team as well as involvement in mentoring, sports coaching, cross community projects and the Turing Project, all give pupils opportunities to enhance their CV’s and applications to supported pathways to Higher Level Apprenticeships, FHE or employment. They also gain experience through the Prefect and the Pupil Senior Leadership Team system. These systems allow pupils to play a supporting role in Belfast Boys’ Model School, undertaking responsibilities with regard to pupil well-being, in influencing decisions about school life and helping to implement these decisions. The programme ensures they participate as active citizens whilst getting opportunities to become work ready.

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The Pupil Senior Leadership Team empowers pupils by providing them with opportunities to express their thoughts on school-related issues. As part of this team, pupils develop key decision-making and cooperative skills while contributing positively to the school community. These roles provide pupils with a chance to grow personally, enhancing their educational experience. The leadership team act as a bridge between the pupil body and the staff ensuring that students' voices are heard. Their contributions lead to a more dynamic and enriched school environment, promoting both personal development and a strengthened sense of school community.

 

Pupils throughout the school are involved in the Ambassadors programme, Student Council, First Aider training, CRED projects such as the Saphara project as well as a variety of curriculum subject areas.