Lockerbie Academy has developed a mentoring programme for young boys which combines mentorship with the principles of nurture and violence prevention.

The programme works with S3 boys, who through a training programme build the skills and courage they need to break from peer pressure and be positive male role models for other pupils in the community.

The courses help develop emotional literacy and provides our boys with the language needed to discuss their feelings with others and defuse conflicts without resorting to violence. S3 pupils when trained become mentors for P7 pupils from Lockerbie Primary.

This helps them during transition to secondary school and supports the boys when they need it most.