Peer Mentoring

Giving help, taking care

All students have things they need to talk over from time to time. Concerns about relationships or schoolwork, peer pressure or self-image are often easier to discuss with a contemporary. BGS set up a peer mentoring system in 2002. A number of Sixth Form students are trained by a professional psychologist and supported with advice on issues that come up. With a drop-in centre, a secure letterbox and the peer mentors available around the School, it's a confidential and friendly support service for all our pupils. The peer mentors themselves find they gain a lot from their compassionate role and learn valuable life lessons.

Leadership

We recognise experience of leadership and teamwork as a valuable skill for professional life. Under the guidance of the Head of Leadership Development, BGS offers all pupils a wide range of activities designed to help them become effective leaders and team members. As students progress through the school they take on increasing responsibility for educating our younger students in leadership skills.