Ambassador Programme

Purpose

The Friends of Preston Lodge Ambassador Programme includes current students, alumni, and the wider community to support the School through mentoring, volunteering, fundraising and career development.

Key Objectives

Success is measured by the number of Ambassadors recruited, mentoring relationships established, and student engagements delivered each year.

Who is a Preston Lodge Ambassador?

A Preston Lodge Ambassador is a volunteer who supports the School and Foundation by contributing their time, expertise, mentoring or advocacy to benefit current students and the wider community.

Ambassadors can be current or former students, staff, parents, grandparents, carers, or members of the wider community. Their contributions will help enrich student experiences and strengthen the school community.

Key Objectives (Year One Focus 2026)

• Deliver Career talks for Students
  
• Recruit volunteers to support school activities
• Host career events and guest speakers

Future Phases

• Year Two: Tutoring support, mentoring programme, structured fundraising roles, alumni relations, networking groups
• Year Three: Fully established Ambassador network with specialist and activity lead

Ambassador Roles:

• School Ambassadors: Represent and coordinate activities for specific year groups currently in School
• Activity Ambassadors: Represent alumni groups with shared interests such as sports, hobbies, or professional networks
• General Ambassadors: Support volunteering, mentoring, fundraising, or supporting he school in any capacity

Programme Principles:

• Coordinated with school leadership and subject departments
• Strengthens connections between Students, alumni, and the wider community
• Encourages active engagement and skill-sharing to support Students' career paths and personal development

Programme Launch:

The Friends of Preston Lodge Ambassador Programme will officially launch during 2026 with an introductory meeting. Attendees will learn about the programme, meet current participants, and will have the opportunity to sign up for specific Ambassador roles.

Through mentoring, volunteering, and engagement, the programme ensures that the skills, experiences, and achievements of past students make a lasting positive impact on the School and its community.

After all, “it takes a village to raise a child.”