School Council

Welcome to Our School Council

School Council 2024 - 2025

All about the School Council

What is the School Council?

• An inclusive, structured, meeting time for discussion and decision-making.
• A means for children to raise issues and concerns.
• A means to consult all pupils.

Why have a School Council?

• To help children develop responsible attitudes.
• To give children hands-on experience of issues in the National Curriculum, including PHSE and Citizenship.
• To create a feeling of belonging, encourage listening to others and develop self-confidence.
• To improve pupil/teacher relationships.
• To help create fundraising raising ideas and exciting days in school.

How does the School Council work?

• The Council operates as a cooperative, supported by Miss Harris and Miss Osmond.
• Children are encouraged to listen to each other, respond to questions and share their ideas with the group.

How often does the School Council meet?

• Every 2 weeks for half an hour.

How do we find out what happened?

• We will keep our school community informed about any important outcomes of school council meetings, decisions made and actions taken.

Project 1 - Christmas School Box Appeal

We are excited to announce that the School Council is leading a special project this Christmas in support of the Amen Trust Shoebox Appeal, and we would love for everyone in our school community to get involved. This appeal collects shoeboxes filled with essential items and small gifts for families in Romania, many of whom live in very basic conditions. For these families, the items we might take for granted—like toiletries, school supplies, and warm clothing—will be the only presents they receive this Christmas.

Shoeboxes need to be filled and returned to school by Friday 25th October.

This is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful difference to families in need this Christmas.

Here are the School Council leading an assembly all about the Shoebox Appeal.