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At Dulwich College (Singapore), we are committed to nurturing young leaders who excel academically and are equipped with the skills, knowledge, and motivation to have a positive impact on the world. Through our Junior School Student Leadership Programme, we empower students to design their own pathways, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
“Students brainstorm, strategise, and bring their ideas to life”
The programme encourages students to embrace responsibilities across three core areas: Service, Voice, and Academics; each with a focus on community. Every area emphasises leadership qualities like empathy, communication, and problem-solving, giving students meaningful outlets to apply these skills in real-world contexts. With 15 unique leadership groups catering to a range of interests and passions, the programme celebrates the diversity of our students. Some of our most popular leadership roles are our Book Ambassadors, Sports Ambassadors, Learning Ambassadors, and Mandarin Ambassadors, to name just a few!
This year, a record-breaking 68% of our Junior School students applied for leadership roles, showcasing their eagerness to lead, inspire, and make a difference. With guidance from their teachers, students take the reins in discussions, propose initiatives, and lead projects that benefit both the school and the community. Weekly meetings foster an atmosphere of collaboration and innovation, as students brainstorm, strategise, and bring their ideas to life.
Visionary leaders
The impact of their work is already evident. Recently, our Community Ambassadors organised a “Slime-a-Teacher” event, raising $1,218 for the TWC2 charity. Our Compassionate Community Ambassadors met with Professor Mette Böll from Massachusetts Institute of Technology to discuss using the Compassionate Systems Framework in daily lessons, while our Student Council members introduced Worry Boxes, which teachers regularly use to support student wellbeing. Meanwhile, our Sustainability Ambassadors launched a school-wide recycling program, establishing recycling stations on every floor and encouraging each class to manage its own recycling.
A highlight this term was our first-ever Junior School Student Leadership Day. This exciting event brought the Junior School together for a day dedicated to building essential leadership skills. With the usual timetable set aside, students participated in workshops that strengthened their teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
At Dulwich College (Singapore), our House System provides another platform for leadership development. Inspired by global leaders who embody courage, integrity, and compassion, this system challenges students to engage with core leadership values and aspire to become adaptable, visionary leaders themselves.
Leadership here is more than just titles or roles; it’s about empowering students to create positive change and approach challenges with an open, growth-oriented mindset. From school assemblies and community service projects to mentorship workshops, our student leaders are making an impact every day. They’re learning that leadership is about working together to make the world a better place, one small step at a time.
Dulwich College (Singapore)
71 Bukit Batok West Avenue 8, Singapore, 658966
+65 6890 1003
admissions.singapore@dulwich.org
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