Daventry Hill School
Student Voice
We are proud to give our students a strong voice in shaping school life.
Students are given a range of opportunities to express their opinions, contribute to decision-making, and influence change. These include:
- Active participation in the Student Council
- Regular wellbeing surveys
- Involvement in student panels
- Meaningful contributions during their Annual Reviews
These platforms empower students to take ownership of their experiences and contribute to improvements across the school.
Our commitment to listening to and respecting our students is also recognised through our achievements, including the Bronze Rights Respecting School Award (UNICEF) and the Wellbeing Award for Schools (WAS). These accolades reflect a culture where children's rights, wellbeing, and voices are at the heart of the school’s ethos.
Our School Council
Our School Council plays an important role in representing the views of their peers, making positive changes, and helping to create a school community where everyone feels included, valued, and heard.
The School Council is made up of elected student representatives from across different classes and pathways. They meet regularly to:
- Share ideas and feedback from their classmates
- Discuss ways to improve the school environment and routines
- Help plan events, activities, and celebrations
- Promote student wellbeing and inclusion
- Take part in school decision-making and development
We believe that every student has the right to be heard, and the School Council helps:
- Build confidence, self-advocacy, and leadership skills
- Encourage teamwork and communication
- Support a more inclusive and responsive school community
- Show that student ideas matter and make a difference
Each year, students take part in a friendly and accessible election process. This is adapted to meet all communication and cognitive needs, ensuring that everyone has the chance to take part — whether voting, standing for election, or helping with campaigns.
Student feedback following Employer Engagement
We actively gather student feedback following employer engagement activities, such as:
- Work experience
- Visits
- Encounters with industry professionals
This feedback helps us to shape students’ next steps and informs the planning of future opportunities that are meaningful, aspirational, and aligned with their interests and abilities.