Academy Council 

Our Academy Council represents the views of all our pupils. It gives children the opportunity to make their voices heard and feel part of the whole academy community.

What do the Academy  Council do?

• Listen to the views and concerns of other pupils
• Think of ideas that will help to improve aspects of the school and make decisions
• Think about how we can contribute locally and globally
• Fundraise for the academy and local community
• Make sure the academy is a happy and safe place
• Encourage all children to make suggestions and act upon them where appropriate

What are the qualities of a School Council representative?

• Responsible
• Reliable
• Willing to give up their free time
• Confident
• Fair

School Council Elections

The School Council representatives are voted for by their class. 

Each class from Year 2 – 6 has two representatives.

A Chair person and Vice Chair will also be voted for.

Meet Our Academy Council Representatives 2025-2025

2SB- Everly

2JH-  Aoife

3JK- Ellis

3JH- Aria

4SR – Grace

5RC- Sirat

5AT - Imani

6EB -Eniola

6BE- Jennifer

What makes the Academy Council effective?

• Attendance of all representatives at each meeting

• Good communication between representatives and the class

• Smaller groups within the school council working on particular projects, issues and events

• Regular class meetings-children are able to voice their ideas and concerns each week to school council members

Barcroft Academy Council Safeguarding Charter 2026