Pupil Parliament

Pupil Parliament 2026/27

Our Pupil Parliament Team is a vital part of our academy community, providing every pupil with a meaningful platform to influence positive change and ensure their voices are truly valued.

At Park Academy, our Pupil Parliament is a powerful voice for our pupils and a vital part of our academy community. It provides every child with a meaningful opportunity to share their views, influence positive change and play an active role in shaping school life. Through the Pupil Parliament, children learn that their opinions matter and that their contributions can make a real difference to the world around them.

The Pupil Parliament helps to develop the confidence, leadership and responsibility of its members while ensuring that decisions and improvements reflect the needs, interests and aspirations of all pupils. Through elected ministerial roles, pupils take ownership of key areas of academy development, representing their peers and working collaboratively to improve our school community.

Democracy lies at the heart of the Parliament's work. Representatives are chosen through a pupil election process, giving children first-hand experience of democratic participation and the importance of fairness, responsibility and accountability. This process supports our commitment to promoting British Values and helps pupils understand the importance of having a voice in decision-making.

Through regular meetings, debates and consultations, Parliament members gather ideas and feedback from across the academy. They discuss issues that matter to pupils, identify opportunities for improvement and lead initiatives that have a positive impact on school life. Their recommendations are shared with staff, fellow pupils and the Senior Leadership Team, ensuring that pupil voice remains central to academy development.

The Pupil Parliament also plays a key role in promoting our academy values, encouraging pupils to demonstrate respect, teamwork and responsibility in all that they do. Members act as role models for their peers, showing aspiration, passion and commitment as they work to make Park Academy the very best it can be.

By developing skills in communication, problem-solving, collaboration and public speaking, our Parliament members gain valuable experiences that prepare them for future leadership opportunities both within school and beyond.

Above all, the Pupil Parliament embodies our belief that every child should be heard, valued and empowered to contribute. It is more than a forum for discussion; it is a driving force for improvement, empowerment and excellence that helps shape the future of our academy while inspiring active citizenship in the wider community.