The launch event kicked off with an eye-opening debate regarding students selecting their own headteacher from a panel of existing teachers. Plenty of students had ideas to contribute, with one of our own students posing the question: "If this were the case, what would be the tenure of the headteacher? Would this incur pay discrepancies?" 

Unfortunately, this question was not the winner of a Nando's voucher - which was a pleasant surprise to all students.

This is what we as a school strive to achieve: students having their say and asking challenging questions. Students having attended the launch said: 

"It's not often you're actually listened to by adults and professionals, but it felt great"
"I can really see myself getting into this"
"He's class! [when referring to an articulate year 8]"

Debate Mate will be running in school every Wednesday from 3:30 - 4:30. Students have the opportunity to speak up and explore topics and ideas constructively in an ever-changing world.

There's a little something before lessons start!