Democracy

Democracy is an important value at our school. Children, parents and staff have many opportunities to have their voices heard. Democracy is embedded within the school and is central to how we operate. The election of the School Council members reflects our British electoral system and demonstrates democracy in action. Made up of two representatives from each year group, the School Council meets regularly to discuss issues raised by the different classes. The council is able to genuinely effect change within the school; in the past, the School Council petitioned for and had agreed the building of the playground equipment.

The children and staff have worked together and agreed sets of codes which we actively work and live by; these are our Behaviour Policy. These systems are available in each classroom and actively used by children and adults influencing what is an agreed acceptable behaviour.

Pupils are always listened to by adults and are taught to listen carefully and with concern to each other, respecting the right of every individual to have their opinions and voices heard. We encourage pupils to take ownership of not only their school but also of their own learning and progress. This encourages a heightened sense of both personal and social responsibility and is demonstrated on a daily basis by our pupils.