Learners from Year 6 at Woodlands Academy recently took part in school council elections, gaining first-hand experience of the democratic process.
As part of the elections, pupils prepared and delivered speeches to their classmates, explaining why they felt they would be good representatives and what they could contribute to the school council.
Each speech was read aloud to the class, helping pupils develop confidence, communication skills and an understanding of leadership.
Following the speeches, pupils took part in an official vote to decide who should be elected as members of the school council, ensuring that every learner had a voice in the decision-making process.
A spokesperson for the academy said: “Taking part in the school council elections is a valuable learning experience for our pupils.
“It helps them to understand democracy in action, develop their confidence, and recognise the importance of listening to others and having their say.
“We are very proud of the maturity and enthusiasm shown by all of our Year 6 learners.”
