Pupil Leadership for Justice, Inclusion & Faith

At St Edmund’s Catholic Primary School, we believe that pupil leadership is a living expression of our Catholic mission.

Through dedicated pupil groups, our children grow as leaders of faith, justice, inclusion, and stewardship, bringing our Gospel values to life in every aspect of school life.

Each group is trained and commissioned to serve others, to lead prayer and action, and to represent the voice of pupils in shaping our Catholic community. Together they form our Pupil Leadership Team for Justice, Inclusion & Faith — the heart of our Catholic Life and Mission.

Peace & Justice Society

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.” – Matthew 5:9

 

Our Peace & Justice Society leads the school in prayer, service, and action.
They teach others about Catholic Social Teaching, promote kindness and fairness, and remind us that every child can be an agent of change.

• Lead weekly classroom visits and reflections on peace, justice, and Gospel values.

• Organise fundraising and service projects through Harvest, Lent, and Advent.

• Represent St Edmund’s at diocesan Peace & Justice events.

• Support Caritas and parish outreach.

[View their PowerPoint Presentation →]

Equality & Inclusion Ambassadors

“There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” – Galatians 3:28

 

Our Equality & Inclusion Ambassadors ensure that every pupil feels valued, respected, and safe.
They lead our RJED Strategy (Racial Justice, Equality & Diversity) through pupil-led initiatives and campaigns that celebrate the richness of our school community.

• Plan assemblies for Anti-Bullying Week, Black History Month, and Interfaith Week.

• Promote kindness, respect, and a sense of belonging.

• Conduct pupil surveys on inclusion and share findings with leaders.

• Celebrate cultural diversity through International Day and language projects.

[View their PowerPoint Presentation →]

Environmental Ambassadors

“The Earth is our common home.” – Pope Francis, Laudato Si’*

 

Our Environmental Ambassadors lead the school in caring for creation and living out Laudato Si’ – Care for Our Common Home.
They remind us that stewardship of the Earth is part of our faith and our duty to God.

• Lead Laudato Si’ assemblies and Eco Action Days.

• Maintain our Prayer Garden and outdoor learning spaces.

• Promote recycling, energy saving, and zero-waste habits.

• Organise community planting projects and eco pledges.

[View their PowerPoint Presentation →]

Caritas Ambassadors

“Through Christ, we learn.”

 

Our Caritas Ambassadors are Year 5 and 6 pupil leaders who bring faith into action.
They help our school live out the seven themes of Catholic Social Teaching, leading acts of kindness, fundraising, and community outreach — locally, nationally, and globally.

• Coordinate class Caritas actions across the year.

• Lead Harvest, Lent, and CAFOD campaigns.

• Build links with parish, CAFOD, and Caritas Westminster.

• Inspire others through assemblies and displays of faith in action.

[View their PowerPoint Presentation →]

Why Pupil Leadership Matters

Through these groups, children develop confidence, empathy, and faith-driven leadership.
They learn to speak up for what is right, serve others, and bring Gospel values into daily life — a visible sign of our Catholic identity in action.