Head Students And College Captains

Head Students

Meet our Head students – Scott Stevenson, Abi Rowley, Grace Deere, Olivia Kennedy-Smith

Students in year 13 at Nether Stowe have the opportunity to become a head student. These students are role models to younger years and play such an important part of Nether Stowe School life. The qualities we see in our head students include –

  • Leadership and Responsibility: Acting as role models with integrity and accountability.
  • Teamwork and Collaboration: Working together seamlessly, valuing diverse perspectives and skills.
  • Communication Skills: Clearly articulating ideas, listening to others, and engaging with the student body.
  • Balance and Organisation: Excelling in academics while actively taking part in extracurriculars.
  • Inclusivity and Representation: Advocating for all students and promoting an inclusive school culture.
  • Initiative and Problem-Solving: Addressing challenges with creativity and taking action to improve the school.
  • Positivity and Enthusiasm: Inspiring peers with a proactive and optimistic attitude.

College Captains

Beacon

‘Strong and Successful’

Beacon can achieve their goals through resilience, determination, and a focus on excellence. Strength, in this context, refers not just to physical or mental toughness, but to the ability to persevere in the face of adversity. These students embrace challenges, maintain a positive attitude during setbacks, and push through obstacles with determination. Their strength enables them to stay focused on their long-term goals, bounce back from failures, and keep growing.

The combination of strength and success fosters an environment where Beacon students support each other in overcoming challenges, celebrate achievements together, and build a culture of excellence. This motto encourages them to be resilient in difficult times while remaining focused on their goals, leading to both personal growth and collective success in their academic and social lives. By embodying these values, Beacon students develop into well-rounded individuals who are equipped to thrive in any future endeavour.

Chase

‘Pride and Positivity’

Chase students can achieve success through a strong sense of self-worth, optimism, and teamwork. By fostering pride, they develop confidence in their abilities, value their accomplishments, and set high personal and academic standards. This pride motivates them to strive for excellence in their studies and extracurricular activities, encouraging a sense of ownership in their work and achievements.

This blend of pride and positivity creates a community where Chase students are motivated to achieve their goals, build meaningful relationships, and contribute positively to both their academic environment and broader society. By combining these values, they develop not just as students, but as compassionate, confident leaders capable of effecting positive change.

Trent

‘Courage and Commitment’

Trent students can achieve success through determination, resilience, and dedication. Courage empowers them to take risks, step outside their comfort zones, and face challenges head-on, whether in academics, extracurriculars, or personal growth. It helps them overcome fears of failure or uncertainty, pushing them to tackle difficult subjects, try new activities, and engage in leadership roles.

Together, courage and commitment create a powerful combination. Courage sparks action and innovation, while commitment ensures those actions are sustained over time. These values help Trent students to grow not only academically but also personally, as they develop grit, leadership skills, and a sense of accountability. By embracing both courage and commitment, Trent students achieve success in their studies, build lasting relationships, and contribute meaningfully to their school and the community.

Wall

‘Drive and Determination’

Wall students can achieve their goals through unwavering motivation, hard work, and persistence. Drive represents their internal motivation to succeed, pushing them to continuously pursue their ambitions, set high standards, and stay focused on their objectives. With drive, Wall are proactive, seeking out opportunities to learn, grow, and take on challenges that bring them closer to their aspirations.

Together, drive and determination fuels their achievements. Wall students consistently work hard, embrace challenges, and refuse to give up, leading to both academic and personal success. Their collective determination fosters a supportive environment where they encourage each other, celebrate progress, and hold themselves accountable. By embodying this motto, they not only achieve individual success but also inspire others to persevere and reach their full potential.