As well as being committed to academic excellence, Jeppe High School for Girls has a strong focus on developing individuals and encourages learners to explore their strengths and to respect, tolerate and understand others.
Councillors, together with the House Captains and Vice House Captains, play a very important role in building team spirit at Jeppe Girls, adding colour and vibrancy to the school with their skits, war cries and posters and the events they organise – from the Grade 8 welcome party to the Inter-house Gala. Educators have minimal involvement in the organization of these events, which encourages the girls to develop their management and leadership skills.
At Jeppe High School for Girls, we are committed to fostering a holistic and empowering environment in which every learner is encouraged to pursue excellence. Our structured leadership programme provides deserving students with meaningful opportunities to develop essential skills and assume significant responsibilities.
Sub-prefects, appointed each term, hold a dynamic and visible role within the school community. They are entrusted with overseeing student conduct during break times and are expected to lead by example through their conduct, dedication, and attitude. Beyond maintaining order, sub-prefects contribute to a positive school culture and serve as approachable mentors to their peers. They also perform vital support roles by stepping in for school councillors when needed, assisting with duties such as chaperoning events, school tours, and fulfilling other leadership responsibilities.
This foundational experience equips sub-prefects with the confidence, discipline, and leadership abilities necessary to progress into senior roles within the school’s leadership structure.
Each class chooses a representative for the RCL at the beginning of each year. Meetings of the RCL are held monthly and provide a forum at which pupils can express their views.
Opportunities are provided for them to voice their opinions and grievances and share ideas concerning the school’s functioning, administration and activities and they have representation on the School Governing Body.
The RCL teaches pupils to think critically and logically and advocates the principles of fairness and equality.
The RCL members are responsible for implementing school projects in their classes including those that assist less fortunate communities.