Prefects/Head Pupil Team
Our Prefects 2024-25
Prefects are year six pupils who are a positive role model to all members of the school community.
The role of a prefect is one of the most responsible roles in the school, with many important duties and responsibilities. The prefects work together as a team to encourage others to contribute to the life of the school, demonstrate the school values and follow the behaviour code.
Prefects are selected from Year 6 pupils (selection normally takes place at the end of year 5) and are children who are able to demonstrate that they can meet the roles and responsibilities accordingly. To be considered for the prefect role, pupils must write a letter of application to the senior management team, stating why they would be a suitable candidate. The SLT, after discussions with the year 5 lead, will then select accordingly. The number of prefects will vary year-on-year depending on the applications received.
Danegrove Prefects are expected to have:
- A high standard of behaviour, conduct and dress, demonstrating the school values on a daily basis.
- A high standard of attendance and punctuality;
- An ability to positively express themselves
- An excellent attitude to learning, showing a good understanding of the school's values.
- A history of playing an active part in the life of the school outside the curriculum.
- The ability both to take initiative and follow instructions
- Clear ideas about how pupils can contribute to and improve Danegrove Primary School.
Election Special! - Head Pupil Team Elections soon
The Head Pupil team are selected democratically by the school community, both by pupils and staff. To be considered for the Head Pupil team, children must first be selected as prefects.
All the children who are prefects can apply by expressing their interest to Miss Oliver once the election is open. The children are given time to prepare a speech, and have the opportunity to practice, before they present to years 3–6, in 'Election Special' assemblies, explaining why they would make a good head boy/girl. Ballot papers are then distributed to all the children in years 3–6, and to all staff. Votes are cast, with ballot papers returned to the SLT. Votes will be counted (and re-counted!), with the successful candidates being announced in an 'Election Special Results Show'! The school generally has one head boy and one head girl, alongside deputy roles.
The whole election process causes such a buzz around the school. It helps to teach our children about democracy and the election process, as well as giving pupils a voice. The candidates get their first taste of real life persuasive speeches. Every year, the prospective candidates really do impress, and blow us all away with their confidence and self awareness. There is absolutely no doubt that this will be the case again this year. We can't wait to see them!
