What happens in Oppidan’s mentoring sessions?
Whether in small groups of 1:8 or in personalised 1:1 sessions, Oppidan's mentoring content hooks onto our core outcomes of readiness, oracy and character.
More information on the 'why' for our outcomes can be found here.
This non-exhaustive list gives a sense of what students focus on in their in-school mentoring sessions with Oppidan. Sessions and content are pitched appropriately across Key Stages 2-5 (ages 9-18).
Readiness
Setting & Scoring Goals
Thinking about what we want to achieve is the start to any student journey.
Embracing Failure
Hard knocks should be appreciated; how can we learn to make the most of our setbacks?
The Big Moments: Handling The Pressure
Nerves are normal. Here’s a chance to learn how to handle them.
Life Hacks: Building Good Habits
Every day is a collection of small decisions; let’s start as we mean to go on.
Can You Believe It? Growth Mindset
Is there a difference between confidence and self-belief? How can we stop the mind playing tricks on us?
Oracy
Sell Yourself: The Elevator Pitch
Learn to stand up for yourself; be proud to pitch your interests, talents and achievements.
Say It Like It Is: Talking in Public
Speaking in front of others can be daunting, but it doesn’t need to be.
Hear We Go: Active Listening
Listening is wisdom; learn to pick up on the right things, showing empathy and intellect.
Give & Take: Handling Feedback
Transparency and clear communication makes for successful relationships; learn to enjoy the process.
Have Some Perspective
We don’t all agree, that much is obvious. Understanding where others come from is the route to progress.
Character
Know Yourself Better
We all have strengths and weaknesses; understanding them helps us to showcase our best.
See It & Be It: Role Models
We aspire to be those we see ahead of us. What makes great leadership?
Weakness is Strength: Vulnerability
Opening up about what we’re less good at can be a secret superpower; learn to harness it.
Start Your Engine: Motivation
With big challenges and plenty of time for distraction, how do we stay focused on what lies ahead?
Playing for the Team
Growing up is a team sport; we win if we work with others.