Student Leadership | Dormers Wells High School

Dormers Wells High School has high expectations of students with regard to leadership and encourages all students to become part of the leadership of the school community. This provides opportunities for students across all year groups to develop their skills and to work together to deliver a cohesive, school wide initiative which engages students from Year 7 to 13.

Our Head Boy and Head Girl

Josiah

Head boy

My name is Josiah Melesan, and I am truly honoured to serve as Head Boy at DWHS. Currently, I am studying Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology, driven by a strong ambition to pursue a career in the field of medicine.

Throughout my time at DWHS, I have been privileged to hold several leadership roles — from House Captain to Head of the Student Council, as well as mentoring younger students. Each of these opportunities has helped shape the person I am today, building my confidence and developing essential skills such as communication, teamwork, and compassionate leadership — all vital for success in higher education and in the medical profession.

My passion for helping others has always been at the heart of everything I do, both inside and outside the classroom. As Head Boy, I am excited to use this platform to inspire, support, and represent the incredible students at our school. I am committed to leading with purpose, excellence, and integrity, and I hope to leave a legacy that motivates others to dream big, strive for success, and make a meaningful difference in the world around them.

My journey at DWHS has been one I will always cherish, and I am determined to ensure that every student feels empowered to unlock their full potential. Together, we can open doors to new opportunities, celebrate every achievement, and continue building a future we can all be proud of.

MAvleen

Head girl

Hello, my name is Mavleen, and I am honoured to have been given the privilege of serving as Head Girl. I currently study Psychology, History, and English Literature, and I aspire to pursue a career in law.

DWHS is a supportive and nurturing school that has offered me endless opportunities, which I am passionate about helping to preserve and expand. Every teacher here consistently inspires and motivates students to cultivate a strong work ethic and strive for academic excellence. This school has played a pivotal role in shaping my development and self-confidence, for which I am deeply grateful.

Throughout my time at DWHS, I have been fortunate to participate in a wide range of extracurricular activities and programmes that have allowed me to explore my interests and enhance my skills. I am committed to ensuring that future students continue to benefit from these enriching experiences.

In conclusion, I am incredibly thankful for this opportunity. I am eager to contribute to maintaining our school’s positive and supportive environment, and to assist all students in reaching their fullest potential.

Our Head Teachers Ambassadors

The Head teacher’s ambassadors work closely with the Head teacher, Senior Leadership Team and Sixth Form Team alongside the Head boy and Head girl. Their roles include representing the school at events and forming part of the Executive Council that feedback student issues or queries to the Head teacher.

Student Leadership Programme

Year groups	Leadership Groups	Rationale
1. All year groups	The House System All students are placed in a House. Opportunities exist to become part of the House Leadership Team. House Leadership roles have a key position in running the houses, house activities and leading assemblies. There are also positions of responsibility in the School Community Leadership Groups which are open to all year groups: Librarians Community Leaders Literacy Leads Sports Leaders Jack Petchey Winners	To raise awareness of leadership as a skill for all. Engage all students in the wider school community. To organise and run these aspects of school life with a limited staff involvement. To foster wider leadership roles. Develop vertical teams. To enable students from every year group to engage in a wide range of House competitions.
2. Year 8	Student Receptionists	Develop independence and responsibility.
3. Year 9	Year 9 Buddies They work with Year 7 groups during tutor time supporting reading, home learning, and mentoring	To create a supportive community.
4. Year 10	Peer Mentors	To create a supportive community.
5. Year 11	Prefects Year 11 Prefects Senior Boy Prefect and Senior Girl Prefect Year 11 Prom and Year Book Committee	Develop the roles and responsibilities within Year 11 with specific jobs and job descriptions.
6. Sixth Form	Head Boy and Head Girl Deputy Head Girl and Deputy Head Boy 10 Headteacher’s Ambassadors Sixth Form Committee	To encourage wider participation by the sixth form in all areas of school life. Take positions of responsibility, to run and organise aspects of school life. Have a direct link to SLT and Headteacher

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