School council

The school council plays a vital role within the Whitehouse community, representing the voices of pupils and driving positive change. It is made up of elected representatives from each class, who meet every fortnight to discuss ways to improve the Pupil Referral Unit (PRU).

At the start of each school year, pupils elect their school council representatives, who then serve as the voice of the student body.

These representatives listen to their peers’ needs and contribute to key decisions about the school’s daily operations. They take on various projects that support learning and development, such as organising community activities, inter-school sports events, or planning clubs during break and lunchtime.

By working closely with school leaders, the council promotes a better learning environment while enabling members to develop valuable skills in communication, decision-making, problem-solving, democracy, global citizenship, and accountability.

“Whitehouse Pupil Referral Unit is a calm and friendly environment where pupils are happy and feel safe.”

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“Staff know the pupils well, and pupils respond positively to these strong relationships.”

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“Parents comment that their children’s behaviour improves significantly after joining the school.”

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“Pupils listen carefully to their teachers and to each other, creating a calm and focused learning environment.”

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“By the time a pupil leaves the school, they are well prepared for either mainstream school or specialist provision.”

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“Teachers have high aspirations for their pupils, and pupils work hard to achieve them.”

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“Leaders, staff, and governors are ambitious for pupils to achieve their full potential.”

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“Teachers skilfully support pupils’ specific special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).”

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“Pupils learn to read with confidence and can explain past events and infer what might happen next in a story.”

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“Pupils enjoy a wide range of activities that broaden their learning, including drama, cheerleading, and school trips.”

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“The school has systems in place to track individual pupils’ progress, ensuring they are continually challenged.”

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“Classrooms and corridors are calm, with pupils showing respect to their peers, teachers, and visitors.”

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“Teachers help pupils anticipate when they might become angry, improving their ability to manage their emotions.”

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“Staff feel valued and proud to work at the school, receiving strong support from senior leaders.”

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“The governing body and the wider academy trust are ambitious for the school, ensuring both staff and pupils are well-supported.”

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