Prefect System
Prefect System at The Derby High SchoolÂ
At The Derby High School, we encourage all students to work towards joining the School Prefect Team during Year 10. The application process begins with a Year 10 assembly in the Autumn Term.
Prefects are ambassadors for the school and act as positive role models among their peers. The role helps students develop leadership, teamwork, and professional communication skills, while also enhancing future college, apprenticeship, or job applications.
Why Become a Prefect?
Becoming a Prefect offers students the chance to:
- Take pride in representing the schoolÂ
- Gain confidence and leadership experienceÂ
- Make an independent contribution to school lifeÂ
- Build soft skills and boost their CVÂ
- Participate in reward events and Prefect tripsÂ
- Earn achievement points and use lunch passes on duty daysÂ
- Prepare for future opportunities beyond schoolÂ
- Experience a professional-style application processÂ
- Gain respect from peers and staffÂ

Prefect Responsibilities
Prefects:
- Complete designated duty responsibilitiesÂ
- Represent the school and departments at eventsÂ
- Uphold the school’s values and 7RsÂ
- Can apply for leadership roles such as:Â
- Team LeaderÂ
- Senior PrefectÂ
- Deputy Head StudentÂ
- Head StudentÂ
Prefects receive a special tie and badge, which they are expected to wear at all times.
Prefect System Timeline
Term/Period | Roles/Actions |
End of Autumn Term | Wave 1 Prefects & Team Leaders appointed (Y10) |
Start of Spring Term | Y10 Prefects take over active duties from Y11 |
End of Spring Term | Wave 2: Team Leaders & Senior Prefects added |
Mid-Summer Term | Wave 3: Deputy & Head Students appointed |
Mid-Summer Y10 to Y11 | Head and Deputy Head Students serve in post |
Application Criteria
Applicants must:
- Demonstrate a positive approach to school lifeÂ
- Maintain excellent attendance and punctualityÂ
- Have received the DofE Bronze Award Â
- Be reliable and complete all dutiesÂ
- Support school events and attend assemblies when requiredÂ
- Follow the school’s 7Rs and uniform expectationsÂ
- Show respect, organisation, and ambitionÂ
- Maintain an ATL (Attitude to Learning) average of at least 3Â
About the Application Process
Our application format mirrors a professional job process, using a job description and person specification to help students understand real-world expectations.
Students receive individual feedback if unsuccessful, with encouragement to re-apply in future waves.
Parental Support & Contact
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Students must have parent/carer support before applying.
📧 Mr Kerr, our Students’ Aspirations Lead, manages the Prefect System.
Students should regularly check their school email for updates and can contact Mr Kerr directly for support or advice.