Wakefield Girls’ School has launched the first in a series of academic mentoring sessions designed to strengthen connections across year groups and support pupil development. The inaugural meeting this week paired Academic Scholars from Years 7–10 with members of the Sixth Form Academic Scholars team.

The initiative aims to build meaningful relationships by giving younger pupils access to high-achieving older students who can provide academic guidance, inspiration and support. Staff reported an enthusiastic atmosphere as scholars from different stages of school life came together, sharing ideas and discussing aspirations. The programme is expected to enhance confidence, motivation and academic progress throughout the year.

In addition to the mentoring launch, Year 7 Scholars completed the MENSA Aptitude Test. Pupils demonstrated strong commitment and focus during the assessment, and the school expressed pride in their hard work and achievements.

Both the mentoring programme and the MENSA assessment mark a promising start to the academic enrichment opportunities planned for the year ahead at Wakefield Girls’ School.