The Boys' Network is a 10-month mentoring programme which strategically links students with mentors and role models who are industry professionals to facilitate an enriching journey of exploration and development. Mentors help to equip students with the necessary skills and confidence to stand out amongst their peers and prepare them for the transition into higher education and the world of work.
Every student deserves equitable access to high-quality career guidance, as it plays a pivotal role in empowering them to make informed decisions about their future.
Through skilled and strategic mentorship, the Boys' Network programme helps students to build a strong foundation for their future by helping them to develop and practice skills now. Schools can help students to invest in their personal development, enabling them to unlock new abilities and acquire expertise ready for the world of work whilst working towards achieving Gatsby Benchmarks 3,4,5 & 8.
With mentors serving as influential guides, The Boys’ Network explores 10 topics that prepare and impact students by combining real-world expertise and first-hand experiences, so that students gain invaluable insights into the realities of the world of work and how developing those skills now impacts their future.
Emotional intelligence is all about understanding yourself and others. It's not just about being smart - it's about knowing how to manage emotions, react to situations, and connect with people. Whether it's with family, in class or with friends, Mentors guide students through strategies to help them handle challenges and build better relationships.
In this session, students explore how to respond positively to change, developing resilience and adaptability for both school and future careers. Through discussion with their mentors, they learn to manage uncertainty, stay proactive and reframe challenges as opportunities, gaining confidence to navigate change with a growth mindset.
In this session, students discuss practical strategies for resolving conflict in a constructive and respectful way. Mentors help students to explore different perspectives, understand effective communication techniques and how to manage emotions.
Mentors help students to learn how to build resilience in the face of challenges. They offer real-life examples, help students to explore how to stay focused, how to push through setbacks and keep moving forward. By exploring these strategies, students become more equipped to tackle obstacles and grow stronger from difficult experiences.
Students learn the importance of being a strong team player, focussing on the importance of collaboration, communication and supporting others. Mentors help them to explore how to work effectively with different personalities, share responsibilities and contribute to a team's success.
Students and their mentors discuss practical strategies for managing their time effectively, understanding that balancing schoolwork, activities and personal commitments now, help them in their future. Exploring techniques such as prioritisation, setting goals and avoiding procrastination sets them on a path towards success.
In this session, students gain a clear understanding of personal finance, learning how to manage their money, budget effectively, and make informed financial decisions. Through practical exercises, they explore saving, spending and the importance of planning for the future.
With the guidance of their mentor, students learn the key principles of budgeting, including how to track income and expenses, set goals and manage spending. They think about their future and discuss how to make smart financial decisions and how to avoid unnecessary debt.
Mentors help students understand what interview questions really mean, what interviewers are actually looking for and how to best represent themselves. Students gain valuable insight from the very people who have experience in hiring, learning how to leave a lasting impression.
The future is further away than tomorrow, and yet the decisions students make today can determine what happens in their future. Mentors guide the coaching session by asking questions to help students consider what their greatest development need is, what they can do develop in that area and consider what difference it's going to make to their future.
100% of Senior Leadership Staff saw an increase in the confidence of their students through The Boys’ Network.
88% of participating Senior Leadership Teams stated this increase in confidence was seen in most or all of their students.
95% of mentors believe that, through The Boys’ Network, those involved are becoming more prepared for their future.
95% of mentors agreed they themselves would have benefited from being mentored when they were younger.
M10 Mentoring provides a comprehensive and holistic approach to personal and future development, giving students the tools and strategies they need to succeed in both their studies and their future careers.
"It has helped me have a better understanding of the world of work and how to manage myself in certain situations."
"[Boys need this] because we can't provide that 'real world' opportunity at school, and not all students have it at home. Students often don't believe things we tell them, so it makes a difference to hear it form an external voice."
"The young men involved in the project have flourished. Their self-confidence has increased and the mentoring sessions have supported them in increasing aspirations"
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