PREFECT PROCESS 2026
APPLICATION PROCESS
Our current prefects
Representing Fortis Academy
Representing your school as a prefect is important because it allows you to set a positive example and help shape the culture of the school community. The role gives you the chance to develop valuable leadership and communication skills that will benefit you far beyond your time in school. By becoming a prefect, you can make a real difference to others while showing pride in your school and your own personal growth.
Our Core values
Character
A prefect with good character is kind to others, encourages peers to be the best version of themselves and holds others to account.
How have you shown your good character?
Resilience
A prefect who shows resilience will do their best to have good attendance, may have overcome obstacles to make progress. They never give up and always give 100% in everything they do.
Have you been resilient?
Aspiration
All prefects at Fortis Academy aspire to achieve the best they can, they explore all career options, they set themselves aspirational goals.
Are you aspirational?
What does it mean to be a Prefect? Prefect Opinions
l became a prefect because l loved helping others around school including members of staff and my own peers. Most importantly, l wanted to set an example which could encourage other to help people in school and outside of school.
My experience so far as a prefect has been wonderful and amazing. Am glad to say that l have allowed many students to adjust to school by showing them around and getting them involved in extracurricular activities.
I am proud to be a part of the school leadership role. I am proud to be a prefect.
I wanted to be a prefect because it meant not only would i set an example to my year, but also years below. Becoming a prefect meant i could be one of the first to contribute to extra activities and allowed for a commitment to help others that aligned with personal values.
I enjoy being a prefect because it means having first access to fun things like the bake sales we do, and giving out christmas cards etc alongside proving that being a good student doesn't mean not having fun in school
I wanted to be a perfect to become more involved within the school, suggesting new ideas and helping out with organising projects such as tge year eleven common room, sleepovers and bake sales.
I enjoy having the freedom to express my opinions and suggestions about the school, involving ideas of people who are afraid to speak up themselves.
I wanted to be a senior prefect as i naturally have good leadership and communication skills , and I'm not afraid to speak up on what's wrong or right. I love having the ability to contribute to our school, creating a mini legacy by having my name attached to what we do.
Want to be a Senior Prefect?
You will need to include this in your application letter. You need to be able to explain why you think you deserve to be a Senior Prefect.
Your interview will be with a Panel of staff which will include Mr Clark
What Roles Can You Apply For?
Head Student
A student who goes above and beyond to support teachers & peers. They are an excellent role model and have natural leadership abilities.
Deputy Head Student
A student who aspires to develop their leadership skills and works well as part of a team.
EAL Prefect
A pupil who has shown resilience to overcome barriers to learning created by language. They are a role model to other EAL students and support their peers to develop their language skills.
SEND Prefect
A student who is an ambassador for pupils with Special Educational Needs, who goes above and beyond to offer support and may have worked hard to be resilient in the face of their own challenges.
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Prefect selection process
Application Letter
You will need to write a letter of application explaining why you want to be a prefect. You also need to include if you are applying to be a senior prefect.
Deadline: 13.03.26
You also need to name ONE member of staff who will act as a reference for you. You must ask them first for permission to do this.
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Trial Event
Scenario Exercise
You will need to bring your iPad fully charged to take part in the scenario exercise. You will be give a selection of scenarios and will need to explain how you would respond to each one.
Date: 23.03.26
If you are successful you will be given an event to support. Here we are assessing how well you represent yourself and our school.
Dates: 26th March - 23rd April
04 Interview
If you make it through to stage 4 you will take part in an interview with a panel of staff. If you apply to be a senior prefect this will include Mr Clark.
Dates: 1st - 22nd May
Prefect Presentation Evening
Thursday 18th June 2026
All successful students will be invited to Prefect
Presentation Evening. This is a celebration of your hard work, resilience, character & aspiration.
You will find out on the night who has been selected to be a senior prefect.
Sixth Form Head Student will also be announced at the same event.
What to include in your letter of application:
1)What does it mean to be a Prefect?
2) What qualities can you bring to this role?
3) How would you support the ethos of Fortis Academy?
4) What are you willing to do as a Prefect?
5) If you are applying for Head Student or Deputy Head Student, explain how you are an ideal candidate for this position.
6) You also need to name ONE member of staff who will act as a reference for you. You must ask them first for permission to do this.
This needs to be emailed to BOTH Mr Hextell & Mrs Simpson.
Deadline – Friday 13th March 2026