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Practical ideas you can use this week, stories from schools doing it well, and what pupils across the UK are actually talking about.

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What is a School Council?

15 August 2023 Smart School Councils

What is a School Council?

In the dynamic landscape of education, the concept of a school council stands as a beacon of student empowerment and engagement.

15 August 2023 Smart School Councils

What is a Student Council in the UK? A Comprehensive Guide

Student councils play a vital role in fostering student engagement, empowerment, and active participation within educational institutions.

15 August 2023 Smart School Councils

What is school council + pupil voice? Amplifying Student Perspectives

Education in the UK includes the concept of a school council pupil voice resonates as a powerful mechanism for students to contribute their thoughts and...

School Councils - Democratic Forums or Exclusive Clubs?

10 July 2023 Smart School Councils

School Councils - Democratic Forums or Exclusive Clubs?

We’re linking up with Isabel Kempner and Jan Germen Janmaat to hear about the findings of their new book ‘School Councils Democratic Forums or Exclusive...

Beyond Traditional School Councils: The Importance of Inclusivity and Student Voice in Education

20 March 2023 Smart School Councils

Beyond Traditional School Councils: The Importance of Inclusivity and Student Voice in Education

While traditional school councils can provide a valuable space for students to share their views, they can often be limited in their inclusivity, leaving...

Demystifying School Councils: What They Are, Their Limitations, and How the Smart School Council Model Upgrades the Approach

20 March 2023 Smart School Councils

Demystifying School Councils: What They Are, Their Limitations, and How the Smart School Council Model Upgrades the Approach

School councils have long been recognised as a valuable tool for empowering students to have a say in decisions that affect their school community.

20 March 2023 Smart School Councils

Do UK Schools Have Student Councils? Exploring the Traditional Model vs. the Smart School Council Approach

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Finding the right balance: The teacher's role on a Smart School Council

20 March 2023 Smart School Councils

Finding the right balance: The teacher's role on a Smart School Council

As a teacher, it can be difficult to give up control and let students take the lead on a school council.

From Student Unions to Smart School Councils: A Brief History of Student Voice in Schools"

20 March 2023 Smart School Councils

From Student Unions to Smart School Councils: A Brief History of Student Voice in Schools"

Student councils have been an important part of school communities for decades, providing a platform for student voice and promoting student leadership...

Good Practice on a School Council: Building a more inclusive model

20 March 2023 Smart School Councils

Good Practice on a School Council: Building a more inclusive model

School councils can be an effective way for students to voice their opinions and ideas.

The Importance of Pupil Voice in Meeting Ofsted Standards: Strategies for Fostering Student Engagement and Empowerment

20 March 2023 Smart School Councils

The Importance of Pupil Voice in Meeting Ofsted Standards: Strategies for Fostering Student Engagement and Empowerment

Pupil voice for schools in England will often involve Ofsted during an inspection visit.

Empowering Student Voices: Three Creative Ideas for Incorporating Pupil Voice Ideas

20 March 2023 Smart School Councils

Empowering Student Voices: Three Creative Ideas for Incorporating Pupil Voice Ideas

Think about who's voice is important in your school. It’s everyone, right? So think about how we can encourage everyone in the school community to know...

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