Pupil Leadership at Monkspath: School Councillors,

Eco Councillors & Sports Leaders

At Monkspath School, we believe in giving our pupils a voice and empowering them to make a difference in school life. Each academic year, children from every class have the opportunity to stand for one of three important leadership roles: School Councillor, Sports Councillor, or Eco Councillor.

How Our Councillors Are Chosen

At the start of the school year, children who are interested in becoming a councillor prepare and deliver a short speech to their class, explaining why they would be a great choice for the role. After hearing the speeches, each class selects three finalists. These finalists are then voted for in a formal election using ballot boxes in the school hall—an exciting event that links directly to our teaching about democracy and British values.

Each class elects two councillors per role: a lead councillor and a deputy. These pupils represent their class for the whole academic year.

School Councillors

Our School Councillors are the voice of their classmates. They meet regularly to:

• Share ideas and suggestions from their peers.
• Discuss ways to improve school life.
• Help plan events and initiatives.
• Promote kindness, respect, and inclusion across the school.

They play a vital role in shaping our school community and ensuring every child feels heard.

Eco Councillors

Our Eco Councillors are passionate about sustainability and protecting the environment. They work together to:

• Raise awareness of eco issues across the school.
• Promote recycling, energy saving, and sustainable practices.
• Lead initiatives such as Walk to School Weeks, switch-off campaigns, and eco-friendly projects.
• Encourage everyone to take care of our planet.

They help us all to think greener and act more responsibly.

Sports Leaders (Years 3–6)

Sports Councillors are elected from Years 3 to 6 and help promote active, healthy lifestyles. Their responsibilities include:

• Attending meetings to set and review sports challenges.
• Encouraging and supporting children to take part in active challenges
• Monitoring physical activity during lunchtimes and playtimes
• Providing pupil voice about PE and sport at Monkspath
• Supporting and leading Sports Day
• Promoting physical activity as part of a healthy lifestyle
• Taking photos of events
• Supporting pupil interviews and questionnaires to encourage wider participation in sport.

They are key to making sport fun, inclusive, and engaging for everyone.

These pupil leadership roles are a fantastic way for children to develop confidence, responsibility, and teamwork. We are proud of all our councillors and the positive impact they make every day.