7 Pro Tips for Peer Support

In every school, students face challenges that range from academic stress to friendship conflicts. Having trained peer supporters can make a real difference. The 7 Pro Tips for Peer Support infographic workshop helps students build confidence, empathy and communication skills so they can support their peers responsibly and effectively.

Understanding the Role of a Peer Supporter

Peer supporters are not counsellors but they play a key role in creating a caring school environment. This workshop begins with roleplays and reflection activities that help students understand when to listen, when to refer and how to respond appropriately to common peer issues.

Through practical exercises, students learn to:

• Recognise signs when someone needs help

• Respond with empathy and respect

• Maintain confidentiality and boundaries

  
  

Hands-On Learning Through Roleplay

Each session uses realistic scenarios that mirror everyday student experiences. By acting out different situations, participants practise active listening, problem recognition and help-seeking strategies. They also receive short scripts and quick-response checklists that make it easier to stay calm and supportive during real conversations.

This approach encourages collaboration and helps students internalise positive communication habits that extend beyond the classroom.

Building Empathy and Emotional Awareness

One of the most powerful outcomes of this workshop is the growth of empathy. Students explore how tone, words and body language affect others and reflect on what it means to be a reliable peer. These activities align with Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) objectives, making them highly relevant for school-based well-being initiatives.

Why Peer Support Training Matters

A strong peer support culture helps schools prevent conflicts and promote mental well-being. When students know how to listen, reassure and refer responsibly, it creates a safer and more inclusive school community.

The 7 Pro Tips for Peer Support workshop supports MOE’s focus on student voice and peer-led well-being programmes, giving young people practical tools to care for one another.

Empower Students to Support Each Other

Give your student leaders and class representatives the confidence to handle peer concerns with care and clarity.

Book your Peer Support Workshop today and help your students become positive role models in your school community.