School Council

Why do we need a school council?

• Everyone is an important part of our school. Everyone should have a say in how it is run
• Everyone has a right to be listened to and express their opinions
• Children have some great ideas
• Children might notice things that need changing of which adults aren’t aware
• Adults don’t always have the answers, children can help them to see things differently
• Children can help make our school better

What does a school councillor do?

• Go to school council meetings and take part in discussions
• Let their class know what was discussed at the meetings
• Listen to people in their class and take their views to the school council meetings
• Get involved with projects which are run by the school council

What qualities are we looking for in school councillor?

• A good listener and speaker
• A team player
• Interested to learn more about our school
• Keen to make a contribution to improving our school
• Able to represent the views of others in your year group
• Able and willing to speak to your class about the Council
• Willing to give up some of your own time to this post
• Has lots of good ideas
• Sets a good example to others