Belmont Parliament
Democracy in Action
Belmont Parliament members are elected to represent the pupils in their class. All classes learn about the process of elections and take part in voting for their chosen representative. This is part of Belmont's commitment to promoting British Values and the children's understanding of democracy. They are involved in helping the leadership team in the school make important decisions. Their first job is to decide on their priorities for the year and to create a pledge for the school.
Members of Belmont Parliament
Year 1 - Oscar and Brooke
Year 2 - Tyler and Isabelle
Year 3 - Freya and Malia
Year 4 - Zane and Dilan
Year 5 - Emily and Holly
Year 6 - David and Amber
Mutual Respect
Members of Belmont Parliament know that their behaviours have an effect on their own rights and those of others. The 8 Learning Goals are demonstrated by our MPs in their relationships with others and their attitude to school.
Our Pledge
Members of Belmont Parliament will work together this year to achieve the following:
- Raise money for a chosen charity each term
- Introduce KS2 play leaders to make our playground happier
- Work with teachers to improve maths in the school; taking part in more tournaments and competitions
- Improve the use of The Dell and develop our understanding of nature
- Promote French and Spanish across the school
- Work with adults to make sure children feel safe and ensure Belmont is a Bully-Free Zone
Our final Pledge on anti-bullying is a key part of our work this year.
Belmont Visit the Houses of Parliament
On Friday 3rd November, Belmont Parliament and the Captains took a trip to the Houses of Parliament in Westminster.
At the Houses of Parliament, we learnt about the history of England and how parliament was formed. We saw a live debate in the House of Commons and stood in the House of Lords. In small groups, we learnt about the kings and queens and their powers. There was a change in how much powe the monarch had after King John signed the Magna Carta in 1215. Our favourite part was seeing the paintings and statues of all 6 wives of Henry VIII. Did you know that Queen Elizabeth II has less power now than any king or queen from the past?
Diya and Samuel, Belmont Parliament
"We enjoy being in Belmont Parliament because it has given us an opportunity to work within our school and to try and improve some things. Also, it is a fun thing to do as we have special responsibilities such as sorting out the Christmas cards, handing out letters to classes and arranging special charity events. One of the things we like most is when we attend meetings".
Year 6.
Belmont Parliament Support BBC Children in Need - November 2017
This year, Belmont Parliament raised £986.85 for BBC Children in Need. This was through the following:
Selling Pudsey Bear ears and plush Pom Pom keyrings
Holding a spotty non-uniform day
Holding a Talent Contest
Round Pound Countdown
We held auditons for our talent show and the winners and wild cards from each year group progressed to the finals. We held two talent shows - KS1 and Y3 and Y4-6. The winners were:
Madison (Year 3)
Imogen (Year 5)
The competiton was judged by teachers selected by Belmont Parliament.
Children paid £1.00 to wear non-uniform.
We sold 3 boxes of Pudsey ears and 3 boxes of keyrings.
Thank you to everyone who donated money and took part.
Lenny and Madison
