Early in September, recruitment for Guardian Angels takes place.  Peer mediation training is offered
as part of the Year 13 Induction programme, 80 volunteered to take part in this school system.
Year 8 pupils are allocated angels who would help them settle into their first year at St. Cecilia’s. 

The training was provided by Mrs Mullan.  During the training, a variety of problems that people might
have are discussed and the guardian angels become aware of
different strategies on how to deal with them. 

Confidentiality is an important part of the Guardian Angel System, pupils making use of this peer support
must be able to trust the service.  The angels become aware that confidentiality has its limits. If someone
is being hurt or harmed, the guardian angels must notify Mrs Mullan immediately. 
The training is very helpful and necessary to ensure the success of the Guardian Angel System.

The aim of the Guardian Angel System is to help younger students make friends with their peers and
older students at the school.  The angels are able to encourage their year 8 pupils to make friends
and guide them to improve their behaviour.

Angels have the opportunity to help those younger than themselves; they develop good skills of listening
and empathy.  They provide a positive role model by helping to solve problems and arguments with the
aid of staff.

The angels and Year 8 pupils get to know each other by working through the “About Me” booklet in
the first term.