LEADERSHIP IN ACTION

A practical, actor-led workshop exploring how students lead themselves and others with confidence and clarity

Leadership is a fast-paced, practical workshop that explores what it means to lead — both individually and as part of a group.

Through a series of dynamic exercises, group challenges and reflective tasks, students explore how they communicate, collaborate and respond to pressure, while developing greater awareness of their own strengths and leadership style.

Drawing on techniques from performance training, the session focuses on self-reflection, communication and teamwork, giving students regular opportunities to practise, reflect and apply skills in real time. Students are encouraged to take initiative, work creatively with others and develop the confidence to contribute and lead in a range of situations.

Designed for secondary students, this workshop can be tailored for different year groups, abilities and school contexts.

It works particularly well for:

student leadership programmes and roles
prefect, ambassador or peer mentor training
PSHE and personal development
team-building and group cohesion
enrichment and character education
students developing confidence, initiative and responsibility
transition points and increased independence

WHo it’s FOR

Students leave the session with greater awareness of their own leadership style, and a set of practical techniques they can begin to apply when working with others, contributing ideas and taking initiative.

During the workshop, students:

explore different approaches to leadership, and how individuals contribute in different ways
develop awareness of their own strengths and areas for growth
practise communicating ideas clearly and confidently within a group
experience working collaboratively under pressure, adapting to changing situations
build confidence contributing, leading and supporting others
explore how body language and presence affect communication and influence
practise active listening and responding to others’ ideas
experiment with giving and receiving constructive feedback
reflect on group dynamics, including trust, roles and decision-making
develop strategies for managing nerves and self-doubt in leadership situations

WHAT STUDENTS TAKE AWAY

Students explore what leadership means, including different leadership styles and how personal strengths, habits and mindset influence how we lead.
Students develop practical techniques for expressing ideas clearly, using voice and body language to communicate with confidence and impact.
Through group challenges, students explore teamwork, trust and how different roles emerge within a group, particularly under pressure.
Students are encouraged to take initiative, think creatively and adapt their approach when faced with challenges or changing circumstances.
Students practise giving and receiving constructive feedback, and reflect on how their choices affect both their own performance and the wider group.
The workshop includes strategies for managing nerves, perfectionism and self-doubt, helping students respond more constructively in demanding situations.

The content is adapted to suit the age and needs of the group, but typically includes:

WHAT WE COVER

HOW IT WORKS

Led by professional facilitators with backgrounds in performance and education
Fully interactive and designed to build confidence through active participation
Supportive, structured and accessible for a wide range of students
Combines practical challenge with reflection and discussion
Focused on techniques students can begin to apply beyond the workshop

IDEAL FOR:

student leadership programmes and roles (e.g. prefects, ambassadors, peer mentors)
PSHE and personal development
team-building and strengthening group dynamics
students developing confidence, initiative and responsibility
transition points and increasing independence (e.g. KS3–KS4, KS4–KS5)
enrichment and character education
students preparing to contribute more actively within school communities

WORKSHOP FORMATS

This workshop is delivered in half-day or full-day formats:

Half-day workshop
• Up to 3 hours (can be adapted to fit your timetable)
• Delivered to one or multiple groups
• Can run sequentially or in parallel

Full-day workshop
• Up to 6 hours (flexible to suit the school day)
• Delivered to one or multiple groups
• Can run sequentially or in parallel

Whole year / multi-group delivery
• Suitable for larger cohorts (e.g. 60–90 students)
• Multiple facilitators can be used to work with groups simultaneously where needed

“The workshop struck exactly the right balance between pace and reflection. Students were energised, focused and clearly gained a lot from the experience.”
Head of Yr 9, London Academy