Head of School

The position of Head of School is applied for by Grade Elevens. In order to qualify for the position, the candidate needs to address the student body, outlining her vision for the school, and reveal what she has to offer it.  Having done that, she is required to answer an impromtu question in front of the school.

Although the student body votes for the candidate they would like to see leading the school, a shortlist is drawn up by the Principal and Deputy Principals for the next qualifying stage. Guided by (but not necessarily swayed by) the student vote,  candidates are then shortlisted and interviewed by the Principal and her Deputies. On the basis, therefore, of the rigorous process of assessing actual leadership experience, public speaking and an interview, the Head and Deputy Head of School are appointed.

Roles and Responsibilities of  the Head of School 

• The head of School will be the ceremonial head of the school and will represent the school at functions as required and in liaison with the Chair of the RCL
• The head of School will be responsible to the principal for the efficient running of the student body, overseeing the Heads of the 4 pillars, the Heads of Houses and working closely with the Grade 12 RCL members.
• Organize rosters of duties to be carried out by various matric committees
• Marketing of the school – through the media, the website, Open Day and to accompany senior staff as required
• Liaise with entire RCL as necessary
• Organize to either do or delegate to others all speeches at official functions and thanks to visiting speakers
• Meet visitors to the school as required and take people on tours around the school
• Liaise with all matric committees to ensure efficient functioning of the matric body
• Liaise with the Head of Hostel
• Chairperson of the Web Committee