Student Leadership at Derby Moor Spencer Academy
At Derby Moor Spencer Academy, we are proud of our thriving Sixth Form Student Leadership Team, made up of 9 Year 13 student leaders and supported by a network of over 30 Year 12 Student Associates. Together, they play a vital role in shaping the culture, values and student experience within our academy.
Structure of Student Leadership
Our Student Leadership Team is organised into two key strands, each led by a Student Principal and supported by Deputy and Assistant Principals, each with their own strategic leadership role.
Academic Community
Led by Student Principal: Freya Burnett
Supported by Deputy Principal: Rasneet Bhatal
Assistant Principals: Lima Shaji and Jack Myer-Mills
Student Development Community
Led by Student Principal: Manreet Kaur
Supported by Deputy Principal: Hibah Yousaf
Assistant Principals: Nabeelah Alabi, Luke Johnson and Omar Mohamadi
Our Vision for 2025–26
“Our goal is to build a school community that feels like family — where every student feels seen, supported, and actively involved.”
This vision drives every initiative and project within our leadership structure. Through teamwork, commitment, and creativity, our students are helping make Derby Moor an inclusive, supportive, and ambitious learning community.
Academic Community
Student Principal: Freya Burnett
“We will encourage students to achieve their full potential and enrich their learning experience.”
The Academic Community focuses on raising achievement, enriching learning, and celebrating academic success across the academy.
Teams within the Academic Community
Peer Mentoring – Led by Rasneet Bhatal
“Our team of Sixth Formers will mentor students in Reading, English and Maths.”
The Peer Mentoring Team supports younger students through targeted academic support and peer guidance to help them excel.
Extra-Curricular – Led by Lima Shaji
“We will promote clubs through advertising and generate new experiences for student needs.”
The Extra-Curricular Team promotes participation in clubs and activities, helping students explore new interests and build essential life skills.
Ambassadors – Led by Jack Myer-Mills
“We will ensure students are able to be proud and promote their subject learning.”
The Ambassadors Team represents Derby Moor students in academic events, subject promotions, and open evenings — showcasing pride in learning.
Student Development Community
Student Principal: Manreet Kaur
“We will promote an inclusive community, wellbeing and empower all students to contribute positively to school life.”
The Student Development Community focuses on wellbeing, inclusivity, and creating opportunities for all students to engage and lead within our academy.
Teams within the Student Development Community
Calendared Events – Led by Hibah Yousaf
“We have created an events calendar to celebrate our community.”
This team organises whole-school events that bring the community together to celebrate diversity, success, and shared values.
Volunteering – Led by Luke Johnson
“We will have a volunteer team ready to support whole school events such as Parents’ Evenings.”
The Volunteering Team ensures that student leaders are at the heart of key academy events, giving back through service and participation.
Student Voice – Led by Nabeelah Alabi
“We will meet each fortnight with Form Reps to get student views and develop leaders of the future.”
Student Voice champions the opinions and ideas of all students, ensuring every voice is heard and influences academy decisions.
International Community – Led by Omar Mohamadi
“We will ensure that the students of Derby Moor will get to experience international education through strengthening our bond with sister school Hefei No.8 and developing new links in Abu Dhabi.”
The International Community Team helps students engage with global perspectives, fostering international partnerships and cultural understanding.
Together, We Succeed
The Student Leadership Team at Derby Moor Spencer Academy demonstrates what it means to be a Derby Moor student. They meet weekly as a strategic team and report back to Mr Hall Assistant Principal.