Pre-requisite - None. Any student can apply for this course.

APPLICATION

To apply for the Leadership Development Programme, parents of applicants are required to complete this online application form by Friday 18th September 2026. 

Shortlisted applicants will be invited for Group Trials which will take place on Friday 16th October from 9:30 to 11:30 am at Massey High School. If you have any questions, please contact the Junior Leadership Coordinator, Mrs. Emma Soons at [email protected]  

MAIN AREAS OF STUDY

The Leadership Development Programme offers challenging and highly rewarding courses in Years 9 and 10, that are timetabled as an option subject. The course offers the unique opportunity to grow student leadership skills through dynamic group discussions and hands-on learning. In Year 9, we focus on the leadership skills of:

• Active Listening – Listening for real understanding. 
• Working as a Team – Getting people to work towards a common goal. 
• Speaking and Presenting – Communicating with confidence; debating.
• Facilitation – Running group discussions and activities 

METHODS OF ASSESSMENT

• Students will be assessed in groups, on their ability to communicate and work together.
• Students will be assessed as individuals, on their ability to critically reflect on a personal experience relating to active listening, teamwork, public speaking and facilitation.