Pupil Council
Our Pupil Council enables pupils to have a voice in school life and play an active part in making our school an even better place.
Council Members
Early in the Autumn term, each class from Year 1 to Year 6 elects two or three representatives to serve on the Pupil Council.
During the elections, pupils are given the opportunity to explain how they would represent their class before votes are cast.
Council Meetings
Pupil Council representatives meet once a week to discuss school life, share ideas and help make positive changes.
During their meetings, representatives:
- Give pupils a voice in the running of the school.
- Are consulted on changes and developments.
- Raise ideas and concerns shared by their peers.
- Put forward proposals to resolve problems.
- Suggest ideas to improve the school.
- Discuss environmental and eco issues that arise.
Through these meetings, pupils have the opportunity to share the views of their classmates and contribute to decisions that affect school life.
Democracy in Action
Our Pupil Council provides a practical way for children to experience democracy, one of the fundamental British Values. Through elections and council meetings, pupils learn about voting, representation and the importance of listening to different opinions.
Being part of the council also helps children develop mutual respect by considering the views of others, and individual liberty by encouraging them to express their own ideas responsibly.
The Pupil Council also reflects ACE Learning’s values of Aspiration, Collaboration and Equity. Pupils are encouraged to aim high for their school, work together to find solutions and recognise that every child’s voice matters.
Children thoroughly enjoy being members of the Pupil Council and take pride in attending meetings. They value the opportunity to make an important contribution to raising standards in all aspects of school life.