KS1 & KS2 classes have elected two children to be their representatives as Pupil Governors. The Pupil Governors meet regularly to discuss suggestions put forward by their respective classes. They are the voice of the pupils and are expected to be good role models and ambassadors for the school. The Pupil Governors are also our Anti-Bullying Ambassadors – please see here for more information about this.
Our Eco-Committee is made up of children who are passionate about making our school more sustainable and helping us become more aware of green issues. The Committee is ran by one of our Associate Governors, Hilary Rowberry and her husband, Mr Rowberry. The children are the driving force behind the Committee, which meets every Wednesday, to discuss new ideas and plan activities aimed at increasing environmental awareness. The Eco-Committee has introduced a number of initiatives ranging from posting signs reminding us to turn off lights to holding regular ‘Big Cleans’, where they go out into the wider community litter-picking.
Pupil Ambassadors have an important role to play at St Mary’s. They were selected to be Ambassadors, after writing a letter of application, because they are recognised as inspiring role-models of respectful behaviour, learning attitude and active contribution to the school and wider community. They show visitors around the school; participate in Open Mornings and help out with other extra-curricular events. Pupils are made aware of the responsibility that accompanies this role and the high standards of behaviour that all Ambassadors must adhere to.
The role of House Captains is one of privilege, pride and responsibility. House Captains are elected by the rest of the pupils in their house, after they’ve given a speech about what they can offer. The House Captains lead and support the children in their House in a variety of sporting competitions; collect, monitor and announce House Points each week; are excellent role models in behaviour & attitude; help organise their houses when we have off-timetable days and motivate and inspire the pupils in their Houses.
