Pupil voice & personal development
Student Leadership
Leadership starts here. Pupil voice, real responsibility and making a difference.
At Manor Park, we believe children should have a meaningful say in the school they belong to. Our student leadership programme gives pupils opportunities to represent others, take responsibility and make a positive difference to school life and the wider community. Being a leader is not simply about wearing a badge: it is about listening, working together and turning ideas into action.
Chosen by their peers
Democracy is an important part of our student leadership programme. Pupils who want to represent others put themselves forward, campaign for their role and explain why they would make a good leader. Their fellow pupils then have the opportunity to vote, helping children experience democracy first-hand and understand the responsibility that comes with being elected.
Every vote matters. Our elections help pupils practise speaking confidently, listening to different ideas, making informed choices and respecting the outcome of a democratic decision.
What our leaders actually do
Our leaders meet within their teams to discuss ideas, listen to the views of other children and identify ways to improve our school. Meetings are an opportunity to make decisions, agree next steps and take responsibility for following them through.
Represent others
Gather ideas, concerns and suggestions from fellow pupils, making sure different voices are heard.
Meet and plan
Discuss priorities as a team, agree what could make a difference and decide on practical next steps.
Make a difference
Put plans into practice, share progress and consider what has changed as a result.
Making leadership visible: Our student leadership displays provide a space to share meeting minutes, decisions and the work of each team, helping the wider school community see what our leaders are doing.
Our six leadership teams
Each team has a different focus, but they share the same purpose: to make Manor Park an even better place to learn, belong and grow.
Junior Leadership Team
Representing pupil views and contributing ideas about school life and how we can continue to improve.
Eco Council
Championing environmental responsibility and helping our school make more sustainable choices.
Community Leaders
Strengthening our sense of belonging and looking for ways to support and contribute to our community.
Junior PCSOs
Promoting safety, responsibility and positive choices across our school community.
Junior Mentors
Supporting kindness, inclusion and positive relationships between pupils.
Junior Joes
Developing teamwork, resilience and a willingness to help others.
Working together across the school
Alongside their regular team meetings, our pupil leaders also come together for Student Leadership Summits. These give children from different year groups and leadership teams the chance to share ideas, learn from one another and think about the wider impact they can have together. The summits complement the ongoing work of each team.
Living our values
We belong — leaders help everyone feel included and heard.
We are kind and respectful — leaders listen carefully and consider other people's views.
We are brave — leaders put themselves forward, speak up and try to make things better.
We aim high — leaders take their responsibilities seriously and follow through on their commitments.
Leadership starts here. Through elections, meetings, teamwork and practical action, our pupils learn that their voices matter and that they have the power to make a difference.
Together we belong, together we succeed.
