Inspiring Schools: Impact and Outcomes, commissioned by Carnegie Young People Initiative and due to be published yesterday, examines the results of involving young people in school and college decision-making by reviewing 75 case studies.
The University of Birmingham's Centre for International Education and Research, which carried out the study, said participation improved academic performance and behaviour. It also increased self-esteem, communication skills, and levels of citizenship outside school.
Lynn Davies, professor of international education and director at the centre, said: "We had lots of examples of young people getting involved in the community. I want school councils to be made compulsory."
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