At Severnbanks Primary School, we believe that every child’s voice matters. Our School Councils give pupils the opportunity to share their ideas, influence decisions, and help shape the running of our school.

Our School Council is made up of elected representatives from each class and our Inclusion Council is made up of selected children that represent our community.

Both councils meet regularly to discuss important issues, suggest improvements, and plan exciting initiatives. From fundraising events to playground ideas, our councillors work together to make Severnbanks an even better place to learn and grow.

Being part of the School Council helps children develop confidence, leadership skills, and a strong sense of responsibility. It’s democracy in action—and a great way for pupils to make a real difference.

School Councils

(Inclusion, Wellbeing, Eco and Charitable Fundraising)

Where STARS Shine!

School Councils: What do we want to achieve?

• Represents pupil voice – sharing ideas and views from their classmates.
• Helps make decisions about school improvements and new initiatives.
• Supports school events such as charity days, fairs, and themed weeks.
• Works with staff and leaders to make the school even better.
• Promotes our values of Belonging, Ambition, Respect and Kindness.
• Discusses important topics like behaviour, wellbeing, the environment and safety.
• Leads on charity choices and helps plan fundraising activities.
• Welcomes visitors and represents the school at special events.
• Shares feedback from pupils about lessons, playtimes and school life.
• Helps improve the school environment, indoors and outdoors.
• Support and raise awareness of Mental Health and Wellbeing across the school
• Lead the school in becoming Eco friendly

In  2023-2024 the  School Council  grew which enables us to manage different initiatives and responsibilities in place and embed within school.  Each of the key areas will be led by our Year 6 council members and incorporate representatives from each year group.  This will enable us to set high expectations, take the lead in initiatives with guidance from Mrs Golledge and achieve more for the children we represent.

School Council Representative Responsibilities:

• To attend all School Council Meetings.  These take place on Mondays: rotated between one short meeting (10:30-10:45) and one longer meeting (10:15-10:45)
• To represent the voice of my class and school
• To share my class’s views and ideas with School Council
• To use a majority vote when making decisions
• To hold a Class Council Meeting after each School Council Meeting to:
  • feedback what has been discussed at School Council
  • give children in my class the opportunity to share their ideas
  • give children in my class the opportunity to make suggestions which would improve the school
• To undertake any practical tasks necessary to the role (e.g. leading initiatives, writing action plans, making posters, writing letters, photocopying)
• To support other School Council members
• To disseminate information to the Head Teacher in a brief meeting (School Council in Year 6)

British Values are at the forefront of everything we do as active members of our school community:

• We know that we are special
• We listen to and respect other people’s opinions and values
• We try to help other people
• We treat everybody equally

 

What Has the School Council Achieved since September 2025?

                                                     

• Raised over £400 through pupil‑led fundraising events to support a range of charities chosen by the children.
• Represented Severnbanks at the Remembrance Day service, laying a wreath on behalf of the school community.
• Judged the World Book Day competition entries, selecting winners, presenting the prizes in assembly and celebrating creativity across the school.
• Led on wellbeing events to help raise funds for the development of the Cosy Cabin, supporting our whole‑school approach to emotional wellbeing.
• Ensured pupils’ voices were central to the school’s refreshed Vision and Values, sharing ideas and feedback that shaped the final wording.
• Shared pupils’ voices with staff and external visitors, including Trust leaders and inspectors, contributing to school development and improvement discussions.
• Guided the range of clubs available, giving feedback on what pupils enjoy and suggesting new activities for future terms.
• Supported improvements to playtimes and outdoor spaces, including ideas for equipment and behaviour expectations.
• Helped shape school events, offering pupil ideas for Aspiration Week, Mental Health Week, and charity days.
• Promoted our school values—Belonging, Ambition, Respect and Kindness—through modelling them and encouraging peers.
• Championed environmental awareness, encouraging recycling, reducing waste, and supporting Earth Day activities.