SOAR

LEAD YOURSELF INTO WHAT’S NEXT

Introducing SOAR

What is SOAR?

SOAR is a 6-week programme designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to lead themselves in order that they might shape their own development and lead within their school, community and in time, their chosen career path. When young people lead themselves well they increasingly unlock their potential, maximise their gifting and contribute to society.

Course Overview

Overview of SOAR

SOAR is a six session leadership course for (Y11+) delivered by Exodus staff and volunteers in fun and creative ways that invite interaction so that pupils are engaged and learning is enjoyable. All 6 sessions are classroom based, workshop style lasting 35-55 mins.

SOAR is designed around the Learning for Life & Work syllabus meeting key elements from Key Stage 4, as well as 6th form personal development targets.

The sessions cover elements of self-leadership like Personal Values, Self-Awareness, Goal Setting, Sacrifice, Self-care and Courage.

Certification

Stranmillis University College will issue a certificate of completion to every pupil who finishes the programme.

What Have Schools Said?

Since launching SOAR in September 2021, we have been able to deliver the programme to over 3000 pupils over 20 schools.

"Before the last session the pupils were asking me if we could have Exodus in for another 6 weeks. They genuinely did not want it to end! This course has really had a positive impact on my class"

Teacher from St Patrick's College, Banbridge

"My class has never been as focused and in as they are during the SOAR sessions. The Exodus staff really connect well with the pupils."

Teacher from Fort Hill Integrated College

 

What Have Pupils Said?

"SOAR makes you think about topics you've probably never thought about before."

Year 13 Pupil from Antrim Grammar School

"It makes leadership more understandable and therefore more achievable"

Year 13 Pupil from Abbey Community College

"SOAR is about how everybody is inherently a leader, but understanding and leading yourself is the first step to being a leader of people."

Year 11 Pupil from Ballymoney High School

 

Cost

SOAR costs £10 per person, invoiced directly to the school.

Subsidies are available in a small numbers of cases.