Leadership qualities play an important part in self-fulfilment and independence. These qualities are sought in all areas of employment. It is therefore correct that our pupils have opportunities to develop these skills as part of the formal curriculum at King Ethelbert and also in our broader curriculum, encompassing all aspects of school life both in and out of the classroom. We offer numerous opportunities for pupils to show personal development and leadership qualities. The school actively encourages these. The list below is not exhaustive but does give a flavour of the opportunities open to our pupils to develop these important skills.

Prefects

In Year 10 pupils apply to become prefects. After an interview, opinion is sought from staff, the Head of Year 10 and finally the Senior Leadership Team. Prefects are usually appointed on a trial basis during the summer of Year 10 and made permanent in Year 11. Prefects are assigned to members of staff and usually carry out two duties, one at lunchtime and another usually at break time or pre-school. Prefects can be recognised by a yellow prefects shield, a gold and purple tie and a school jumper (optional) that has gold lettering with the crown. All prefects undertake a Perfect Prefect training course in September.

Bus Prefects

These act as monitors on various buses that are used by pupils to and from school. They are recognised by a yellow Bus Prefect badge and can be selected from both Year 10 and Year 11. Their immediate task is to be a visual presence on the buses, helping the drivers with any identification issues and reporting any incidents.

Year 9 Buddies

Between 12 and 15 pupils are chosen annually to visit all feeder primary schools prior to the July Induction Day. Buddies are involved in both Year 6/7 Parents Induction Days (July and September) and buddy Year 7 tutor groups until Christmas.

Peer Mentors

A number of pupils in Year 8 and Year 10 are selected after interview to mentor junior pupils. Once selected, mentors undergo some training with the County Peer Mentoring Co-Ordinator and then operate on a regular basis throughout the week with selected Year 8 pupils. Pupils are encouraged to resolve differences through peer mediation rather than a spontaneous reaction. Peer Mentors are recognised by a red shield with a gold "M" on it. Year 8 Peer Mentors visit identified pupils in the feeder primary schools prior to their arrival in September.

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