Student Council Website

Student Council

At Islwyn High School, our Student Council plays an important role in giving pupils a voice and helping to shape school life. The council is made up of enthusiastic and responsible students from all year groups who work together to make positive changes within our school community.

The Student Council aims to represent the views of all students and ensure that every pupil feels valued, respected and heard. Members meet regularly to discuss ideas, share feedback and work on projects that support both learning and wellbeing across the school.

Our Mission

The mission of the Student Council is to strengthen the connection between students and staff, promote a positive and inclusive school environment, and encourage leadership and teamwork among pupils. The Student Council works with staff at Islwyn to promote a respectful environment where pupils are ready to learn and feel safe.

What We Do

• Attend regular meetings with the Student Council Lead.
• Write the Islwyn News (our student newspaper).
• Work with form representatives to ensure all pupils have a voice.
• Work with staff to improve school facilities and resources.
• Support initiatives that promote inclusion and wellbeing.
• Represent students’ views in school decision-making.
• Support charity and fundraising events.

The Islwyn High School Pupil Charter

At the heart of student voice at Islwyn High School is our Pupil Charter — a document written by Student Council members. The Pupil Charter sets out the rights, responsibilities and values of every pupil in our school. Inspired by the rich local history of the Chartist movement in Blackwood, the Pupil Charter reflects our community’s long-standing belief in fairness, equality and representation.

Just as the Chartists campaigned for democratic rights and the importance of every voice being heard, our Pupil Charter ensures that every student at Islwyn High School has the opportunity to contribute, be respected and help shape the school’s future.

The Pupil Charter states:

Regardless of their background, all pupils have the right to:

1. Be respected and shown dignity and tolerance by others.
2. Feel safe and cared for within our school.
3. Be proud of our school and be given opportunities to play a part in the community.
4. Work hard in challenging and engaging lessons and be able to learn and reach for success.
5. Have our voices heard through a Student Council.
6. Have access to clubs and activities outside the classroom.

The Pupil Charter is a living part of school life — it guides how we treat one another, how we learn and how we work together to make Islwyn High School a place where everyone can succeed.