At Brighton Primary School we provide the opportunity for our Year 6 students to undertake student leadership responsibilities. These opportunities are open to all students and every student is encouraged to consider nominating for a leadership role.

Student Leadership is a very important part of driving school improvement as it provides students with a forum to represent their opinions and ideas. These opportunities also involve students taking on more responsibility and meeting the behavioural expectations for a leadership role is critical when students are chosen by their peers to represent our school community.

Students that are successful in their election to Student Leadership roles will be required to meet school leadership expectations by signing a Leadership Code of Conduct. This document requires students to commit to the following expectations:

• Be respectful towards others at all times
• Be honest and trustworthy
• Accept responsibility
• Be a fabulous role model and teacher for our younger students so that they can learn (in class and the playground).

• Use good manners
• Encourage participation
• Demonstrate good teamwork

Year 6 Student Leadership Structure

School Captains

Positions: 2

Role Description:  A School Captain is a responsible for leading key school initiatives and events. A school captain will represent the school at major events and be prepared to speak and engage with all members of our school community. A School Captain works closely with Senior Staff, teachers and other members of student leadership on a regular basis. A preparedness to represent the school at events outside of school hours is also an important part of performing the duties of a School Captain. The election of School Captains is voted upon by all students from Years 3 – 6 and all staff.

Elections: Term 1 Week 2 

House Captains

Positions: 2 per House

Role Description: A House Captain is a responsible for supporting key sporting events and carnivals throughout the year. A House Captain will work closely with Mr Daft (HPE teacher) and will be required to attend meetings in ensuring all events are well planned and organised.  A House Captain needs to be passionate about their House, is keen to support others and will always try their best in their own participation.

Elections: Term 1 Week 3

Community Captains

Positions: 2 per Class

Role Description: A Community Captain is a change of title from previously being named a SRC. A Community Captain is responsible for representing their class in supporting whole school and Year 6 events. A Community Captain will work closely with Mr Slade (AP) and Year 6 teachers in attending meetings throughout the year.  A Community Captain needs to be passionate about Brighton Primary School, is keen to support others and will always give things a go and try their best.

Elections: Term 1 Week 3 

If families have any questions regarding Year 6 Leadership opportunities in 2025, please do not hesitate to contact Mr Slade – Assistant Principal.