SVA Primary

At the start of 2023, we developed the SVA online Skills Builder programme, focused on equipping students with the skills they need to plan and run volunteer activities in their local communities on the digital student management system, Hero. The programme encourages students to look at global and local issues, helps to create a sense of community and builds empathy in our young people. The techniques and soft skills students learn go beyond the classroom, helping prepare them for life outside of school.

The programme was developed in early 2023, before being piloted in 2 schools during term 2 (April - June). It went live to all Hero schools for term 3 in July 2023. While the uptake has been slow, we are proud to offer this programme free-of-charge to all 650 schools on the Hero platform.

We have also used the programme as the basis for a professional development programme for the GO1 platform, where teachers sign up to learn all about the skills needed to support students engaging in volunteering.