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Student Council at Treloar School

Democracy at work – across the School

If our students have any issues, such as how things are run at the School, they can raise them with our School Council.

Made up of an elected representative from every class, plus our Head Boy and Head Girl, the Council meets every half term. Representatives ask their class mates if they have anything they want to raise during form periods. If any issues need student consideration – a national poll or views about changes to facilities, for example – this debate is organised through the Council.

The Council is co-ordinated by our PSHE and Citizenship teacher. A member of the Leadership Team attends the meetings and ensures that the outcome of matters that need further investigation are brought back to the next meeting.

Head Boy and Head Girl

We re-introduced the concept of Head Boy and Head Girl in 2003, at the request of students and our school management committee. Students in Years 9 and 10 can put themselves forward for election by the whole school during the summer term. A Deputy for each post is chosen at the same time.

The role is another channel of student communication into the Headteacher's office, and also a civic role. The Head Girl and Boy often help with welcoming visitors and with presentations. Posters are displayed and manifesto meetings are held, after exams are over. The Chairman of the School governing body acts as returning officer on Election Day.

Recent manifestos have ranged from ‘I will represent your views’, to ‘Vote for me, I’m cool!’. We are fortunate to have always had a good turnout for the poll. The successful candidates in recent years have represented their fellow students and the School with considerable aplomb.

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