Peer Counselling

The Peer Counsellor forms an important part of the support and pastoral care structures at St Mary’s.

The Peer Counsellor:

has been trained by Deborah Ashdowne and Associates.
helps to organize and maintain the Forms I and V Buddy System. This system pairs each Form I girl with a Form V girl to assist the new girls to adjust Senior School life.
offers counselling and support to their peer group via letter, e-mail or personal contact.
takes assemblies targeting relevant friendship, social or community issues.
helps to implement and maintain the Pastoral Care Programme through campaigns and booklets.
hosts and runs workshops on issues such as: bullying, relationships, goal setting.
responds to peer abuse reports placed in the care box located in Mrs Northmore’s classroom
is approachable, caring and a good listener.
maintains confidentiality.