School council leads from Tilbury Pioneer Academy enjoyed an inspiring trip to the Houses of Parliament, where they explored the historic building, learned about the UK's democratic system, and took part in a workshop on how laws are made. The highlight of the day was the guided tour, which allowed the children to walk through the House of Commons and the House of Lords, bringing to life everything they had learned in school.

One pupil said, “It was amazing to see where real decisions are made. It made me feel like our voices as young people really do matter!”