What is a Pupil Parliament?

Our Pupil Parliament

Who are we?

We are delighted to introduce ourselves as your new Pupil Parliament members for the 2021/2022 academic year:

Prime Minister - Isabella Marriott (Topaz class)

Deputy Prime Minister - Agnes Kruse-Poynter (Topaz class)

Environmental MP - Maeve Parry (Turquoise class)

Secretary - Luke Johnson (Sapphire class)

Year 5 MP - James Challis (Ruby class)

Year 4 MP - Jackson Kennedy (Opal class)

Year 3 MP - Alfie Tomlinson (Onyx class)

Year 3 MP - Marina D'Avella (Jade class)

Year 2 MP - Harvey Stevenson (Garnet class)

Year 1 MP - Xanthe Hunt (Diamond class)

Year 1 MP - Elliott Higham (Emerald class)

How are we elected?

Our Pupil Parliament is made up of pupils from Year 1 to 6. Children from each class are democratically chosen by their classmates at the start of each school year to represent the views of their peers at meetings. It is a great compliment to those pupils that are chosen, as it shows that their fellow students have placed their trust in them.

Our Upper Key Stage 2 children have to apply directly to Mrs Davies, through an anonymous application form, before being selected for the next stage. This year, they took part in an observed group discussion about their vision to change the school. They had to reach a consensus of three things they would change about the school, thinking about the intent, implementation and impact. Mrs Davies was so impressed with their suggestions:

• More diverse workshops, skateboarding being a recent success
• Less plastic usage and using recycled products more
• Older pupils supporting the younger children more e.g. play leaders, reading buddies

During the year, our Pupil Parliament will take part in a variety of activities which will help to make our school a better place for everyone, particularly focusing on well-being.