Our Ambassadors
Across the Bow Sixth Form community, Ambassador roles allow our students to play an active role in the school and sixth form, enabling students to flourish and develop key skills through roles including Anti-Bullying Ambassadors, Student Ambassadors and many more.
ROCHELLE LEWIS: ANTI-BULLYING AMBASSADOR, LITERACY REP, SPORTS LEADER AND SIXTH FORM REPRESENTATIVE
“As Student Ambassador, I have many responsibilities which I enjoy. From showing visitors around the school to providing academic support for younger peers (including tuition and in-class support for GCSE students) and assisting in the Year 11-12 transition programme, representing the sixth form and contributing to the sixth form magazine, I love it all. I believe that I am well suited for these positions as throughout my school career I have been part of representative student bodies, and in my transition to sixth form I was eager to continue this work as a way of initiating change, as well as representing the wants, needs and concerns of my peers.
Speaking with younger students transitioning into the sixth form is a great opportunity, and one I benefitted from myself. Offering advice and providing a real perspective can support so many students in making the right decisions for themselves. I love to work together in a team in curating our annual magazine – a celebration of all that we have achieved, whilst working independently in other positions, including interviews for staff and student leadership roles.
These roles are extremely important to the community at Bow, as we essentially act as representatives for our peers, and take on a key role in planning and participating in many events that have an impact on our wider community. Taking on the Ambassador roles have provided me with the opportunity to strengthen and create new bonds and friendships with people I might not have known otherwise, pushing me out of my comfort zone and developing my independence as I lead on new projects.
All skills gained from being an Ambassador are extremely valuable, applicable to both mu university and work life. The role has also strengthened may other skills which I can transfer into my professional life, and I look forward to reflecting on how these positions at Bow School have helped me to achieve success, later in life”.
TASNIA: SIXTH FORM STUDENT AMBASSADOR
“As Sixth Form Ambassador, I have a great responsibility in supporting not only the sixth form but also the lower school. I took on the role because I wanted to give back to the school community, and I knew that the additional responsibility would help me to stand out in future applications, by developing my communication, interpersonal and leadership skills, whilst encouraging me to be more confident, responsible and reliable.
My favourite aspects of the role are supporting open days, when I have the privilege of sharing my Bow School and Sixth Form experience with the young generation and hopefully inspiring them to apply to Bow School. I love to witness their eyes light up as they tour our fantastic school and hear all about the BowExtra programme, it truly is such a joy. Not only this, but meeting with visitors and introducing them to the school has helped me to develop networking skills, which I know will come in useful at university."
EDUARD, SIXTH FORM AMBASSADOR
“My role as Sixth Form Ambassador entails being a positive role model, addressing key events, supporting a KS3 tutor group, training and supporting PERMA coaching, attending transition events and open evenings, leading/supporting student council meetings, helping present the Sixth form area, representing the school externally, mentoring new ambassadors, and supporting lower school clubs as needed. It is busy, but I love it!
In addition to supporting academic achievement and student well-being, I hope to gain skills for my future career and personal development by assuming this leadership role and living up to the school's core values. This role is important to the community because it fosters leadership and responsibility among students, promotes a positive and inclusive school environment, supports academic and personal growth, and helps ensure that all students feel safe, welcome, and prepared for future challenges. I relish in being able to promote academic achievement and motivating all students, enhancing their communication skills and preparing them for secondary school through my role, it is incredibly rewarding.
In the few months since taking on this role, I have developed valuable skills such as leadership, communication, event planning, and teamwork. It also gives me the opportunity to make a positive impact on my school community, enhance my confidence, and build a strong foundation for future academic and career success. I know that in the future, skills and knowledge learnt from this role will support my successes. It will also demonstrate my ability to take initiative and work collaboratively, qualities that are highly valued by employers and in higher education. Additionally, the experience of supporting and mentoring others will enhance my problem-solving and organisational abilities, preparing me for various professional and personal challenges”.
HARRY: SIXTH FORM AMBASSADOR
“I joined the Sixth Form Ambassador Team in September, and was awarded the role via an interview panel. The key responsibilities that my role entails are representing the sixth form at external events, planning events for the lower school and being a role model – which is exactly why I applied for the position. I am so proud of everything I have achieved at Bow School and I wanted to be an advocate for the school and sixth form, to let everybody know exactly what Bow stands for and they can help everyone achieve.
The Ambassador role is incredibly important to the Bow community, allowing us all to maintain the quality standards of behaviour and wellbeing that we pride ourselves on. I know that having been granted this unique opportunity will put me in good stead for the future, as I have gained valuable skills including accountability, leadership, empathy and kindness. I have also learnt to trust my instincts and understand the importance of taking initiative”.
YAHYA, SIXTH FORM AMBASSADOR
“As a Sixth Form Ambassador, my greatest responsibilities to date have been supporting the Year 11 transition into Sixth Form, setting an example to my peers and being a role model for the young year groups. I take pride in being able to demonstrate and reflect our core values of Determination, Curiosity, Respect, Responsibility and Adaptability, ensuring that everyone in our community knows exactly what these are and what they look like. This is very important to me as it ensures we are all representing the school ad sixth form in a positive manner, and contributing to upholding our strong reputation for which we are known”.
