Newsome Academy are Democracy Friendly
We’re thrilled that Newsome Academy are our very first high school to become Democracy Friendly. Find out about their pioneering journey, led by young citizens.
Democracy Friendly Schools in 2022 (video)
Our Democracy Friendly Schools programme is helping children and young people to learn about – and take part in – local democracy. We made amazing progress together in 2022. Watch our video to find out more.
Everyday democracy resources for schools (video)
We’ve created everyday democracy resources for schools in Kirklees to make sure that our young citizens can have a voice in the things that affect their everyday lives.
Everyday Democracy – activities for schools
Can your school community help to try out some creative activities to explore everyday democracy? We’ve been inspired by all the creative things young people have been doing during lockdown…
Meet our Democracy Friendly pilot schools
We’re excited to introduce our two pilot high schools for our new Democracy Friendly Schools programme.