Student Leadership

Tidus - School Captain

Hello, my name is Tidus and I am one of the 2024-2026 school captains. I transferred to this school for sixth form, and I couldn’t be happier with my choice. I am forever grateful to the school for allowing me to take part in the student leadership team and I hope I can continue to push this school become a better place for all its students.

As of now I am studying maths, physics and computer science with an EPQ focused on the future of nuclear energy. I aspire to one day be a nuclear engineer pushing forward progress in what I believe to be the future of clean, reliable energy.

I also wanted to touch on the amazing team of vice-captains and house captains I have the pleasure of working with. They are the best team I could have asked for and even when I am unmotivated and struggling with my responsibilities, they are always there to lend a hand. None of what the student leadership team does it possible without them and I will always be proud to be a part of the team.

Vishalini - School Captain

Hi! My name is Vishalini, and I am one of the School Captains here at Chis and Sid, alongside Tidus. I am so honoured to have been chosen for this position, to lead the student leadership team and act as a voice for my peers.

From year 7 to year 13, this school has allowed me to grow into the person I am today and has provided me with many amazing opportunities that I will forever be grateful for. I am thrilled to continue this legacy as a school captain and I aim to always be a friendly face around the school, so please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, queries or concerns!

The student leadership team are model students, committed to fostering an inclusive and positive environment. This year we have a dedicated, friendly and supportive team of Vice Captains and House Captains, who I am thrilled to be working alongside. We aim to collectively implement great ideas and events this year to continue to grow our school community!

I am studying Maths, Physics and Art at A-Level alongside an EPQ and hope to pursue a career as a structural/ civil engineer in the future. The support from the teachers here at Chis and Sid is unmatched, and they encourage us to go that extra mile and pursue our passions! They help us to develop a strong academic foundation, as well as exploring extracurricular activities outside the classroom which fosters our personal growth.

Here at Chis and Sid, I have made friends for life, feel prepared for my future and am endlessly grateful for the community that has supported me in becoming the person I am today.

Every student is truly cared for and welcomed at Chis and Sid, and I am so proud to be a part of this school. This is a special place which I would wholeheartedly recommend to anyone!

Welcome to the School Officer team at Chis and Sid! Over the upcoming academic year, our primary objective is to help bridge the gap between the students and staff, while also promoting our school's core values through the introduction of new school events, encompassing both sports and academics. Our team comprises of the School Captains, 12 House Captains and 10 Vice Captains, each with distinct responsibilities:

Introducing the Vice Captains...

Extra Curricular: Aoife and Maud

My name is Aoife, and I am so grateful for the opportunity to be one of the extracurricular vice captains this year. Maud and I will be working closely with Year 12 prefects, to support our teachers and strengthen the communities across all subjects so that students feel comfortable asking for support. We will also be helping prefects to run extracurricular events such as clubs and competitions throughout the year. Through these activities we hope to encourage intellectual curiosity in all students and create links between year groups who would otherwise not interact with each other. We will also be arranging the Freshers’ Fair in September, to give prefects a chance to showcase their subjects and get new students involved with the diverse range of clubs and events Chis and Sid has to offer. Our goal is to inspire students to strive for academic excellence and pursue their passions, whether they be academic or extracurricular. I am excited to be one of the school officers this year, and I hope that with support and suggestions from the prefect team, I can make a positive difference to Chis and Sid.

I'm Maud, one of the Vice Captains for prefects and extracurricular activities. I am looking forwards to working with other students who have adopted leadership roles within the school community and being able to support them whenever there is a need. My primary role is to liaise with club leaders and subject prefects to organise events and competitions throughout the school year. I hope that, through these events, we can create new links both within and between year groups, forming a strong, interconnected community.

I will also be working to organise the Freshers' Fair in September, at which new Year 7s and Year 12s can discover the broad range of extracurricular activities available to them. I firmly believe that membership in a club - be it related sports, music, art or any other activity - is the best way to meet new people and make the most of the incredible school environment we have at Chis and Sid.

Community: Zuzanna and Maia

Hello everyone, I’m Zuzanna, and I’m proud to be serving as Vice-Captain for Charity this year alongside Maia. So far, I’ve helped organise successful events, including our Valentine’s Day fundraiser, which raised £420.62, and Red Nose Day, which brought in £395.90, whilst working with the excellent Charity Committee. My aim is to continue supporting meaningful causes through fun and inclusive events, while also encouraging students across all year groups to get involved, whether that’s through volunteering, sharing ideas or suggesting charities they care about. I believe that small actions can lead to big change, and I’m excited to help make that happen in our school community. We have many fun events lined up and we hope you can get involved!

Hi, I'm Maia and I'm really excited to be your Charity Officer this year. I think charity is about more than just giving money—it's about caring for others, showing support, and doing what we can to help those who are less fortunate than us. I hope we can create a school community where kindness and generosity are part of everyday life. This year, I want to make sure that everyone feels they can get involved in charity work, whether it's through fundraising, raising awareness, or just helping out in small ways. Charity should feel meaningful and inclusive, and I hope we can all work together to make a real difference, both in our school and beyond. I’m looking forward to coming up with fun, creative ideas and supporting causes that matter to us all. Let’s make this year one where we really show how much we care about not only our school but our wider community!

Diversity and Inclusion: Martha and Aaliyah

Hi, my name is Martha and I am the Diversity and Inclusion officer. I am excited to utilise my role to facilitate an environment where diversity and inclusion in all aspects are promoted, protected and celebrated within our school, I want Chis and Sid to be a hub of culture where our differences are embraced. During my time in this position, I will be delivering assemblies, encouraging participation from all year groups such as culture day and supporting our equality clubs, the 97, CORE (Committee of Racial Equality) and the Pride Alliance. Alongside this, I wish to accommodate and include academic activities revolving around diversity such as an upcoming collaboration between CORE and our debate society. I am always open for a conversation and hope to make an impactful change in our community.

My name is Aaliyah, I am a Diversity and Inclusion Vice Captain on the school officer team. Firstly, I feel honoured to be given this amazing opportunity to promote diversity and inclusion here at Chis and Sid, and I will work extremely hard to foster a safe and inclusive school environment for all. I will drive for positive change and ensure all diversity, cultures, and beliefs are embraced and celebrated, as who we are is fundamental within our school and should never be hidden. We firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is not only among our greatest strengths at Chis and Sid, but also a responsibility on which we must all focus. From an external Student's point of view, coming to Chis and Sid was a delight, with one of my favourite events being Culture Day—celebrating cultures through amazing performances—which Martha and I will continue to encourage, alongside assemblies and working with equality groups to further advocate for inclusivity.

Environment: Bukumni and Cristiana

Hi, I’m Bukunmi and as one of the vice captains for the environment, I aim to makes sure that our school is kept clean and environmentally friendly. This includes reducing the litter and waste left around the school as well as making the school population aware of the environmental problems that we face around the world. I have helped plan events like Earth day and hope to help create and manage more events throughout the year that helps the school become more environmentally friendly. Additionally, hope to start some long term projects such as an orchard to allow students new and old to have more experiences related to the environment like gardening.

Hi, I’m Cristiana, and as one of the school’s Environment Officers this year, I am dedicated to helping create a more sustainable, clean environment for everyone to appreciate and cherish. Ensuring that the school facilities remain litter-free is a personal priority and relies on the dedication of student organisations such as the Eco Club, which I am keen to support during my time as vice-captain. Promoting a healthy and considerate attitude towards our local green spaces and environment, whilst encouraging a mindset of personal accountability for taking care of it, is equally important, and I aim to promote this through working in collaboration with local environment charities, such as Thames 21. Our recently established annual Earth Day celebration managed to raise over £1100 for Thames 21 to support their extensive schemes pursuing a sustainable future for water sources, which involves reducing water consumption and installing flood-prevention defences. The enthusiastic participation in this event from students and teachers alike bodes well for the future of Earth Day celebrations, and environmental advocacy, in Chis and Sid, and this is an ethos I believe is essential in supporting. Therefore, enquiring as to people’s concerns and ideas regarding the school’s environment and local impact is central to improving it; through establishing events such as Earth Day, I hope this will be encouraged. I believe spreading awareness of our individual influence on the environment that we enjoy is vital to ensuring its sustainable treatment, and this will be my focus during my partaking in the school officer team.

Wellbeing: Betty and Kemi

Hi, my name is Betty and I am one of the wellbeing school officers for this year. My main aim in this role is to ensure that everyone has somewhere to voice their anxieties and stresses that can be caused by school, especially in exam periods. It is so important to look after our mental health, particularly during stressful times. Chis and Sid already has fantastic facilities for supporting students and, in the upcoming year, we are hoping to work with these existing resources to strengthen the support at Chis and Sid even further. If you ever need someone to talk to about any worries, whether that’s regarding work or school life in general, please don’t hesitate to contact myself or Kemi!

Hi, my name is Kemi, and I am one of the wellbeing school officers for this year. My main aim in this role is to ensure inclusivity across all ages, races, genders, and neuro divergent pupils across the school. It is a core principle of mine to make sure every student feels seen and heard regardless of background, and that they feel safe and happy to be attending the school. Chis and Sid already has incredible facilities in supporting students and their mental health, and in the upcoming year we are hoping to work well alongside them to strengthen support at Chis and Sid even further. If you ever need someone to talk to about any worries for yourself or even a friend, please do not hesitate to contact myself or Betty!

Transition: Will and Lily 

Hi, I’m Will. I feel honoured to have been elected as a vice-captain here at a school that is so committed to the betterment of its student body. My role is to make the transition for new students of all years joining Chis and Sid as smooth as possible and make them feel included and welcomed in our school community. I will be working with Lily and together we will organise induction days, open events and activities that will help students who are joining settle in and get to integrate with their fellow peers. Although our role is primarily focussed on helping new students, we hope to work alongside the student body to help others in their transition journey. Our other responsibilities include updating the sixth form welcome handbook to further aid post-16 transition. I look forward to being part of a strong and diverse school officer team and have high hopes for the success of our future projects.

Hi, I’m Lily. I’m very grateful to have been chosen as a vice-captain this year and am looking forward to working with the school officer team. As one of the transition officers, my role is to assist new students in their transition journey to ensure it is as smooth as possible and help them feel welcomed in our school community. I will be working closely with Will, the other transition officer, to achieve this and to also help organise induction days and sessions that will aid newcomers and current students in their transitions. I look forward to being a part of the school officer team and hope to have a beneficial impact on all.

Introducing the House Captains...

Davies: Lucy and Giacomo:

Hello, our names are Lucy and Giacomo, and we are the Davies House Captains. We are both competitive and compassionate, and we’re committed to making a positive impact on the house. Our goal is to strengthen the Davies community and help it grow. We aim to create clear communication channels throughout the school so that everyone feels valued—not just as part of the house, but as part of the whole school. We’ll do everything we can to ensure your voices are heard and supported. This year, we want to make a lasting impression—not only on Sports Day, but also through academic competitions and other events throughout the year.

Edlmann: Rachel and Ella

Hi, we’re Rachel and Ella, and we are your Edlemann house captains! We aim to promote inclusivity and set an example to everyone, ensuring everyone feels included and creating a sense of unity through our house. Our priority is ensuring more house events, both academically and in sports, nourishing a determined and empowering house spirit. We hope Edlemann will strive to do their upmost best as always and we cannot wait to see how we exceed at everything this year!

Lester: Elizabeth and Josh

Hi, we’re Elizabeth and Josh, the house captains for Lester! Our main aim this academic year is to ensure that everyone feels included and happy to be a part of Lester, ensuring that everyone reaches their full potential. As we have both been in Lester since Year 7, we truly hope to see our house improve, by promoting leadership development and celebrating our fantastic achievements. We aim to inspire those around us and ultimately be a house full of individual and collective success. We look forward to fulfilling the roles of House Captains for this year!

Staff: Leo and Emily

We’re Leo and Emily, and we are incredibly honoured and excited to be your Staff House Captains. This is more than just a role for us—it’s a chance to give back to the school community that has shaped us, and to help lead our house with pride, passion, and purpose.

Our intention is to build a strong sense of unity and belonging that stretches from Year 7 all the way up to Year 13. We want every student in our house to feel like they’re part of something meaningful, where their voice matters and their efforts are valued. Whether you're just starting out or preparing to finish your school journey, we hope to create an environment where everyone feels supported, encouraged, and inspired to be their best.

We are passionate about making our house a vibrant, uplifting space where achievements whether big or small are recognised and celebrated. From academic success and sporting accomplishments to creative pursuits and acts of kindness, we want to shine a light on the things that make each of you unique and amazing.

We promise to give this role our full commitment. We’re here to lead by example, but also to listen, learn, and grow alongside you. We’ll be approachable, supportive, and always ready to help whenever we can. Together, we believe we can make this an unforgettable year full of pride, passion, and progress.

We can’t wait to get started—and we hope you’re just as excited as we are!

Townshend: Maya and Sophie

Hi, our names are Maya and Sophie, and we are thrilled to be Townshend’s House Captains this year. In our roles, we intend to continue the work of the previous house captains and maintaining the Townshend legacy. We hope to be involved with a range of inter-house competitions in the school, making sure everyone has a chance to be recognised for their skills and abilities- whether that be athletic or academics. Our aim is to further the community in our house, making sure that all members feel included and supported. We look forward to fulfilling the role of House Captains, and we cannot wait to get started!

Williams: Bailey and Lewis

Hello, our names are Bailey and Lewis, and we are the William’s house captains. With us both being dedicated sports performers outside and within the school, we see this role as a chance to inspire, and uplift each and every member of our house where responsibility, teamwork and setting an example will be crucial. Over the next few years, our goal is to create a strong, united house spirit where everyone feels included and motivated to give their best- no matter the event or the outcome. In Williams, we strive to stand proud throughout the wins and the losses and as captains, we will take it upon ourselves to learn and grow with you. We are committed to providing our full support, time and energy to show there is no limit to what we can achieve together!

There are six houses at CSGS, and students are assigned to a House when they join the school in Year 7.  Twelve students in our sixth form are nominated as House Captains each year, with two captains being assigned to each house.

The House Captains demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities and encourage both endeavour and the development of character in members of their respective houses in KS3 and KS4.  House Captains assist with the planning and delivery of house assemblies and leading and assisting at school events, such as open mornings / evenings and Sports Day.  Our House Captains are proud to take a leading role in the day to day life of the school by encouraging engagement and participation among all year groups at CSGS.

This year the House captains are  Lucy, Giacomo, ella, Rachel, Elizabeth, Josh, Leo, Emily, Maya, Sophie, Nailey and Lewis.

The Charity Committee at CSGS consists of a diverse group of skilful students who  organise various events to raise money for the charities on which they have chosen to focus..

Each year the Charity Committee decide which causes to support and raise money for.

Members thoroughly enjoy participating in the successful events they organise and execute.

Committed students have the opportunity to join the School Tech Team, for further information students can join the tech club or contact Miss Webb.

The Tech team work behind the scenes ("backstage") to control all the technical aspects of creating a concert, play, musical or other live performance. The technical crew are divided up into a multitude of positions depending on the scale and needs of a particular production.

Students get the chance to work on the backstage elements of school productions and events, exploring a plethora of different departments within the media world. Students are able to get involved in various aspects of the production side of shows, taking on responsibilities in sound, lights, costumes, set, and stage management. This is very much a student-driven experience with only light oversight from staff, allowing for a variety of creative and leadership experiences which look great on any application. It also enables students to gain insight into the production world, potentially showing them a door towards a number of career paths within sound production, light production, and project management.

This is a fantastic chance to get involved in the rich and ever-changing world of backstage and be part of an enthusiastic and engaging team. 

Young Enterprise Company Programme

The Young Enterprise Company Programme is an educational initiative that gives students aged 16–18 the opportunity to set up and run their own real business over an academic year. Working in teams, students take on roles such as managing director, finance director, and marketing manager as they develop a product or service, trade with the public, and manage company finances.

Benefits of the Programme:

• Practical Business Experience: Students learn by doing – from developing a business idea to marketing and selling it.
• Skills Development: Builds key employability skills including teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and leadership.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Encourages innovation, resilience, and creative thinking.
• Confidence Building: Helps students grow in confidence through public speaking, presentations, and real-world interactions.
• Career Insight: Offers a taste of what it’s like to run a business, helping students make informed future choices.
• Recognition and Awards: Opportunities to compete in local, regional, and national competitions.

This hands-on programme brings learning to life and is a valuable addition to any student’s CV or university application.

Our team ‘Flourish’ won various awards during the academic year 2024-2025 including:

• Spitalfields Market - Best Overall Company
• Outer East London Finals – Best Overall Company
• East London Finals – Best Overall Company
• London and Essex Finals – Sustainability award
• Euronext Blue Challenge – Champions of England

Flourish Young Enterprise Team - Awards and photos July 2025