the views, opinions and ideas of pupils about their school experience, which are listened to and considered in decision-making

people or groups who have the authority to make lasting change in communities

a person who actively takes responsibility, becomes involved in areas of public concern and tries to make a positive difference in their community

How can we contribute to school decision-making?

Citizenship

Pupils consider what role they can play in their communities from school to local and national democracy.

a system of government in which citizens vote in regular, fair elections for representatives in their geographical area

a group set up, led and shaped by young people to represent the views and interests of other young people in a democratic way

the process by which the voting laws are modified and shaped over time to better reflect the social values that society feels are important

a system of government in which citizens vote in regular, fair elections for representatives who then make laws and decisions on their behalf

having control or authority over something or someone

the power to affect or change someone's thoughts, actions or decisions

actions or events organised by an individual or a group of people to achieve an aim

making something different; altering or modifying something

a group elected to make decisions and provide services in a specific area, such as a town, city or borough

a person elected to represent their ward or division, and the people who live in it