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Sixth Form Leadership Opportunities & Student Voice

At St Augustine’s Sixth Form, we are committed to enabling students to “be the best they can be” by providing outstanding academic opportunities alongside a rich and purposeful leadership programme. 

Student leadership is a key part of Sixth Form life and is designed to develop independence, responsibility, and the skills needed for higher education and employment. 

Sixth Form students are expected to be role models within the wider school community and are given a wide range of leadership pathways, including: 

  • Sixth Form Subject Ambassadors (supporting curriculum areas and enrichment)  
  • Year 7 Ambassador Programme (supporting transition of younger students)  
  • Peer Mentors (providing academic and pastoral support)  
  • Committee Members (Charity, Eco, Wellbeing, Sports Councils)  
  • Applications for Head Students and Prefect roles  
  • Leadership of school-wide initiatives and enrichment projects  

These roles allow students to develop confidence, leadership, communication, and organisational skills while making a meaningful contribution to the school community.

Sixth Form Leadership Pathways

Sixth Form students can apply for a range of formal leadership positions, including: 

  • Head Students and Prefects  
  • Subject Ambassadors and Academic Mentors  
  • Peer Mentors supporting younger students  
  • Committee Chairs and Deputy Chairs  
  • Leaders of enrichment and student-led initiatives  

These positions are appointed through an application and interview process, ensuring fairness and recognising commitment and suitability.

Student Voice in Sixth Form

Student voice is central to Sixth Form development and is actively embedded into leadership structures. 

Sixth Form students contribute through: 

  • Regular Prefect and Head Student meetings with senior staff  
  • Committee meetings feeding into whole-school improvement  
  • Student-led initiatives and enrichment planning  
  • Feedback mechanisms shared with Senior Leadership  

Students have played a key role in developing initiatives such as cultural events, enrichment programmes, mentoring systems, and sustainability projects.

Our Commitment

We believe leadership experience in Sixth Form is essential preparation for life beyond school. Through structured opportunities, students develop the skills, confidence, and responsibility needed for university, apprenticeships, and employment. 

Our Sixth Form leadership programme ensures that students are not only achieving academically, but also actively shaping the school community in a positive and meaningful way.