Student Leadership

Student Leadership – Form Captains 

In 2025, students have the opportunity to apply for a Form Captain student leadership role. There will be two Form Captains for each class. Their purpose is to lead, uphold, and exemplify the school values of Respect, Opportunity and Resilience; serving as a voice and role model for their Form & House.

Form Captain Responsibilities

1. Leadership and Role Modelling:
   • Lead by example within the Form, within the House and across the school.
   • Strive for the highest standards in all aspects of school life.

   • Demonstrate the School Values of Respect, Opportunity, and Resilience.

      

2. House and School Engagement:
   • Assist and speak at House Assemblies in collaboration with House Captains.
   • Support and contribute to House fundraising initiatives.

   • Attend and represent the school at key events and carnivals, including Open Evening (Tuesday 25th March).

      

3. Student Support and Mentorship:
   • Welcome and assist new students in their transition into the House.

   • Provide guidance and support to peers within the Form group.

      

4. School Spirit, Community Involvement and Communication
   • Promote and encourage participation in House and school-wide events to foster a sense of belonging and teamwork.
   • Organise and lead small group discussions or activities to strengthen Form identity and engagement.
   • Represent student perspectives by providing feedback to improve our school.
   • Share important school and House messages with the Form group.
   • Assist in gathering student opinions through surveys or discussions to improve school experiences.
   • Take an active role in whole-school student leadership forums or focus groups.

If there are more than two candidates from your class, Form Assembly teachers will facilitate elections. See the election timeline below. 

Election timeline:

Form Assembly – Tuesday 18th February (Week 4)

• Obtain a speech planning form from your teacher in Form Assembly.
• Think deeply about why you would like to apply for this leadership opportunity and write a speech using the questions to assist you. 

 House Assembly – Tuesday 25th February (Week 5)

• House Captains and House Leaders will publicise the Form Captain opportunity at House Assembly.

Form Assembly – Tuesday 4th & 11th March (Week 6 & 7)

• Present your pre-prepared speech to the class.
• You may use your planning sheet or cue cards to assist you.
• If there are more than two candidates from your class, Form Assembly teachers will organise an anonymous class vote.

House Assembly – Tuesday 18th March (Week 8)

• Form Captains will be announced at House Assembly.

Please see your Form Assembly teacher, House Captain, House Leader or Mr Hosking if you have any questions.