A training pack for those who want to set up and run pupil-led school and class councils in secondary schools. It is aimed at both teachers and pupils and contains all the materials needed for training by both.

Using case studies and session plans, the pack includes guidance in the following areas:

• Creating an ethos of participation


• Issues for senior management


• Student councils and citizenship


• Deciding on the best structure


• Membership, elections and constitutions


• Running meetings and training sessions

The toolkit shows how school councils can contribute to education for citizenship, encourage pupil participation and create a more friendly and democratic school environment.

Published in 2001 by School Councils UK.

Further information is available from the School Councils UK website.