The Government says that school Councils are important although they aren’t compulsory as they are in countries such as Ireland, Germany, Spain and Sweden. 

Our school has a School Council as there are often things that children notice that adults aren’t aware of. Our school Council is a representative group of pupils who have been elected by their peers. Two pupils represent each year group and the Council is re-elected each September. 

The school council meets regularly with the headteacher to discuss a whole range of issues. These have included school lunches, behaviour, fundraising etc. Members of the School Council are responsible for seeking the views of peers and carrying out the agreed actions. 

Our Council is effective because:

·       Regular meetings are held

·       The group isn’t too big

·       There is good communication between the Council and their class.