Pupil Leadership
At Discovery, we wholeheartedly believe in the power of pupil voice and promote ways in which children can develop essential leadership qualities. As a school, we are committed to developing a pupil lead culture where children work alongside staff, to shape the teaching and learning that happens at our school. We are striving to mould leaders of the future, who will be ready for the world of work and prepared to make a positive contribution to the community around them. At Discovery, we seek to craft confident and articulate pupil leaders who can share their ideas as well as listen to the ideas of those around them.
The aims of the Pupil Leadership Team are:
· To be excellent role models for pupils across the school
· To make positive contributions to teaching and learning at our school
· To ensure that children’s voices and opinions are heard
· To work alongside school leaders, teachers and governors to promote the best outcomes for children
· To challenge, discuss and debate issues which are important to them
· To monitor aspects of the school, including: the curriculum, the behaviour and well-being of pupils and the school environment.
Meet our Discovery Junior Leadership Team
Year 5 Team
Year 6 Team
"The Junior Leadership Team is not just about leading, it's about learning, supporting others and leaving a positive mark on our school." - Pupil S (Year 5)
"I think pupil leadership is important because it shows that children should have a voice on behalf of the children." - Pupil T (Year 6)
"It is important to have adult leaders, but how can you develop these leadership skills? That is why the JLT is important!" - Pupil Y (Year 5)
"Discovery is like no other place. It embraces pupils to have a voice by having junior leaders. It is a place where you can explore, dream and grow to your highest limits!" - Pupil H (Year 6)
"This JLT experience is an exciting part of school life because you can make a positive change!" - Pupil E (Year 5)
"I love Discovery because we get to have the best experiences and we get to learn important life skills. The teachers here are kind and trustworthy." - Pupil Y (Year 6)
"Discovery is the place to be! Everyone is extra polite, well-behaved and respectful - from the little children to the oldest children. Discovery primary school is, and always will be, wonderful. It's a place to grow, dream and explore!" - Pupil I (Year 5)
"Discovery primary school is a wonderful school because it has Ubuntu. It also has amazing values at its HEART (Honesty, Empathy, Aspiration, Resilience and Trust). It also has Golden Rules: Be Safe, Be Ready and Be Respectful and these rules are always followed." - Pupil J (Year 5)
Are you worried about something?
Meeting new friends, learning to swim, competing in sports, family problems at home - all these and many more are things that we all worry about. It is completely natural to feel a mix of emotions about things, and worry can be helpful as long as it doesn't last too long, become too intense or happen too often.
Talking about your problems is always the best way to start making them better. Often, by talking to your parents, carers or another adult about the things that are bothering you can help you to see things differently and will make you feel that you do not have to deal with it on your own.
How can the Discovery family help you?
At school, you can speak with your class teacher, or any other adult, who will always be able to make time to listen to you.
If you are not sure what to say, try writing it down and giving the message to an adult you trust to read and come to speak to you about it after.
Always remember…
We are in this together and that you are never alone.
