Leadership Opportunities

Finding Your Voice: Student Roles

We provide a wealth of opportunities for students to develop their confidence and represent their peers. From the Junior School through to the Sixth Form, students can apply for a variety of formal leadership positions:

• Head Boy and Head Girl (Sixth Form): Serving as the pinnacle of student leadership, these ambassadors represent the entire student body at major school events and work directly with the Senior Leadership Team.
• Senior Prefects & Mentors: Students in Years 11, 12, and 13 can apply for prestigious Prefect and mentoring roles, offering guidance and support to younger students.
• The Student Council: Led by our Senior Prefect Team, the Student Council ensures that "Student Voice" is always heard. Representatives from across the school meet regularly to discuss student welfare, campus improvements, and new initiatives.
• The Eco Committee: Passionate about sustainability? Our Eco Committee Leaders drive environmental projects, helping the school achieve ambitious green goals.

Leading by Example

A cherished British tradition rooted in our host city, our House System divides students and staff into four distinct groups named after Amsterdam’s historic canals: Singel, Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Prinsengracht.

This welcoming structure fosters a deep sense of belonging and school spirit. It provides essential leadership opportunities at every stage of school life:

• Junior House Captains: In Year 6, students can become House Captains, taking the lead in weekly house point competitions and team games.
• Senior House Leadership: In the Senior School, students compete in inter-house academic and sports competitions, building momentum toward the grand House Cup. House Leaders organise teams, motivate their peers, and ensure everyone—regardless of ability—feels valued and included.

Model United Nations (MUN)

We are exceptionally proud of our Model United Nations (MUN) programme, which empowers our older students to step into the shoes of global diplomats.

By simulating international diplomacy, students develop advanced critical thinking, analytical research, and high-level public speaking skills. MUN encourages our future leaders to engage thoughtfully with complex global challenges—from food security to technology—understand diverse cultural perspectives, and practice the art of peaceful negotiation.

Not only do our students participate in prestigious MUN events across Europe, but they also host BSAMUN, our very own student-led, multi-day international conference right here at our Havenstraat campus.
 

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE)

For students in Year 10 and above, the BSA offers official enrolment in the internationally renowned Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme. Under the expert guidance of our dedicated DofE Lead, students can work toward the prestigious Bronze and Silver awards.

The DofE scheme requires a sustained personal commitment across volunteering services, physical fitness, specialised skill acquisition, and a multi-day outdoor expedition. Through this exceptional framework, our students challenge their personal boundaries, build immense lifelong resilience, and develop the adaptability needed to successfully navigate adult life.