Free from any sense of 'what we’ve always done', Prahran High School is always focused on the future. We do that in partnership with our students. This is our school and we lead it together.

Student Leadership at Prahran High School

At Prahran High School, we believe that student leadership is not just a role – it is a powerful opportunity for young people to shape their community, build confidence and develop the skills they will carry into their future lives. Our commitment to leadership is grounded in the belief that students learn best when their voices are heard and when they are active partners in creating the culture of our school.

We provide a wide range of leadership opportunities to ensure every student has the chance to contribute, including:

• School Captains and Vice-Captains, who represent and inspire the student body.

• House Captains, who lead with pride, energy and school spirit in academic, cultural and sporting life.

• Arts Captains and Specialist Leaders, who promote creativity, celebrate diversity and champion co-curricular programs.

• Student Representative and Action Groups, where students work alongside staff to co-create initiatives, events and programs that reflect their interests and aspirations.

Leadership at PHS is not about titles alone – it is about agency, responsibility and voice. From mentoring younger students, to leading assemblies, to shaping school-wide initiatives, our leaders embody our values of Creativity, Curiosity, Challenge and Character.

By fostering a culture where student leadership flourishes, we empower our young people to become confident, compassionate and capable citizens who know that their ideas matter and their contributions make a difference.