School Council
A school council is a formal group of pupils who act as representatives of their classmates in discussing school issues with the headteacher and staff. It's a brilliant way of our Pupil Voice being represented and children contributing to issues in school. School councils can work with school leaders to identify areas for improvement, such as facilities or curriculum, and develop action plans to address these issues.
What is pupil voice in our school?
Using pupil voice means inviting and listening to the views of the learners we work with. Creating a culture where children know that their opinions are sought after, listened to and acted upon has a wide range of benefits.Having a school council provides opportunities for pupils to communicate their feelings as well as discuss decisions that are made. Councillors develop skills such as confidence, communication and negotiation.
What makes a good School Councillor?
- Have good problem solving skills.
- Confident speaking skills and excellent listening skills.
- Enjoy teamwork.
- Have an open mind to new ideas.
- Be responsible.
- Work hard to get things done.
What does Ofsted say about pupil voice?
Ofsted recognizes that pupil voice can contribute to a school's improvement, and they encourage schools to involve pupils in self-evaluation, planning, and decision-making processes. Ofsted expects schools to demonstrate how they have listened to pupils' views and taken them into account when making decisions.
At Halebank C E Primary School our School Council is led by Mrs Eley. Our brilliant elected school councillors are:-