School Council is an important way to provide leadership opportunities for our pupils and to help guide them through how to develop and deliver solutions in this role. It helps children feel valued as they are able to express their opinions and make decisions about issues that affect their lives. Valuable leadership and public speaking skills can be developed and are excellent preparation for senior schools and beyond!
The children on the School Council, with the assistance of a Class Teacher, canvas opinion from the children in their year group and submit requests to the Head of School. For example, the children requested some new play equipment for the grounds. A disco was arranged and this was purchased using the profits raised. The School Council can also take part in the interview process during staff recruitment.
The School Council also helps to decide which deserving charities are allocated funds from our annual grant with Foundation Derbyshire. An endowment fund was set up by Mr & Mrs Adshead and the School Social Committee in 2009. By creating this fund with the Foundation, OVS children can make a grant every year in perpetuity. It is a wonderful way to encourage charitable giving in our local community.
Below is the latest School Council News.
