Bournemouth School for Girls
- Ensure that social action is further embedded in the ethos of our school by ensuring opportunities throughout the school for our pupils to get involved in school and wider community projects.
- Develop in all of our pupils an understanding of the benefits of making a difference to society by taking part in social action projects.
- Ensure that the opportunities to take part in social action are open to all pupils without prejudice.
- Continue to support ALL students in our respective schools and colleges to participate in high-quality social action, where each one can develop the character and skills needed for life, whilst leading positive societal change.
- Share best practice and encourage other education leaders and partners to prioritise youth social action within their work by opening our doors for visits; spreading the word through our networks and encouraging more schools and colleges to make an #iwill pledge.
“This has been a busy year for social action projects at BSG!
100 students have attained their Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, including 4 their gold awards.
44 students have taken part in the National Citizen service programme.
8 students have gained certificates recognising their community service through the Lions Club this year.
A group of students went in the summer to Romania to work in an orphanage with the Libra Foundation.
Social action is being imbedded in the lower school with the introduction of our own Snowdrop award which encourages year 7 pupils to get involved. A social action project is also part of the PSHE programme in the lower school.
Our Amnesty International group has been recognised nationally for their work.”
Quote from Alistair Brien – Headteacher
Resilience, perseverance, grit , teamwork, leadership are so important to develop in our young people. Involvement in social action is a key way of helping this. And it is certainly not at the expense of academic achievement- the old adage of if you want something done, ask a busy person certainly rings true. I see a clear link between those who achieve well in academic work and those who throw themselves in to the wider life of the school and the community.
