What is a School Council?

A school council is an ideal opportunity for pupils to get involved in the way a school is run. They are made up in a number of different ways but it is usual for each year group to be represented by two children. Councillors are voted in by the other pupils and it is their responsibility to ensure that they express both their own views and the views of the pupils that they represent.

A school council benefits the whole school. It provides opportunities for pupils to communicate their feelings to teachers and staff as well as influence decisions that are made.

A school council gives pupils the opportunity to develop skills such as confidence, negotiation, discussion and listening. All of which are skills that help explore the idea of what being a good citizen means. It is an active learning experience that is supported by P.S.H.E. lessons. The council meets once every half term. Representatives are pictured on a board in the school hall.

Our School Council.

This school year (09/10) our school council has decided to support the Alexander Divine Trust (www.adcct.com)

We have also supported Children in Need by wearing our pyjamas to school! www.bbc.co.uk/pudsey

In response to a survey carried out amongst the pupils, we have now set up a Reflection Room to allow pupils time to reflect on any personal inappropriate behaviour both in the class and in the playground. This will hopefully ensure that every child feels happy and safe which is very important to the staff and the School Council.

A cheerleading club has also been set up in response to us asking for one.

Please keep checking back here for more updates about our School Council.

Rachel Davies

Clerk