Research Project
Caring Christian Family Where We Grow Together
Let Your Light Shine ~ Matthew 5:16
Children are not just our future—they are our present.
When we listen to them, we build a safer, kinder world today.
At Warmingham, we believe that when we truly listen to children, we build a safer, kinder world today. Their ideas, questions, and perspectives shape not only their own learning, but the very heart of our school community.
For the past three years, a group of our Year 5 and 6 pupils have taken part in a series of research projects linked to actions from our School Development Plan. These projects have shown us, time and again, the power of genuine pupil voice. When children are given the opportunity to lead, to question, and to share their findings, extraordinary things happen.
Their work helps us grow, adapt, and improve. It strengthens our practice and ensures every decision we make reflects our Christian vision and keeps children firmly at the centre of all we do.
Sharing Their Research Beyond Our School
Last October, our Head Pupils — Emily, Seb, Rogan, and Oscar — were invited to the Chester Diocese Senior Leaders Conference to present the findings from last year’s research project.
They delivered their workshop twice: first to an audience of 22 headteachers, and then to a second group of 15 school leaders.
They spoke with clarity and confidence, responded thoughtfully to unrehearsed questions, and demonstrated how deeply they understood the work they had carried out — even six months on. Their maturity and composure were outstanding.
It was, without doubt, one of the proudest moments of my headship.
Other schools were hugely impressed by what the children had achieved and left feeling inspired to begin similar research projects in their own settings. One headteacher told us that our pupils’ workshop was the highlight of her entire day.
Why This Work Matters
This project is more than a task or activity.
It’s an example of what happens when we trust children to lead.
It nurtures confidence and independence, encourages thoughtful questioning, deepens their understanding of school life, and empowers them to make a meaningful contribution to their community.
Our pupils didn’t just share research — they inspired adults, shaped thinking, and showed what is possible when children’s voices are valued. I only wish you could have seen them present for yourselves. Proud doesn’t even begin to cover it.
