The Cambridge Student Advisory Council provides schools with an opportunity to connect student voice directly with Cambridge and support the development of future-ready skills.
Why introduce this opportunity to your students
- Strengthen student voice within your school - the council offers a structured, global platform for hearing student perspectives on real topics that will influence our research, thinking and development. Students will be invited to share views through activities including online research, small virtual focus groups on specific themes, panel discussions and expert-led Q&As.
- Support future-ready skills - participation helps students build confidence and develop skills such as communication and self-management. They take part alongside learners from different countries, cultures and school contexts, broadening their understanding of the world.
- It’s for everyone - no experience is needed, and there is no lengthy application process or interviews. We want to give everyone to the chance to share their views. Participation is flexible, so students can choose which activities they’d like to participate in, and they can indicate the topics they are interested in when they sign up.
- Clear safeguarding and data protection framework - all activities are structured, age-appropriate, and moderated with clear facilitation and purpose. All activity is aligned with safeguarding, privacy and data protection requirements. Parental consent is required for all learners under 18 years old.
Who can join
The council is open to students aged 16+ who are studying at a registered Cambridge International School worldwide.
It is suitable for curious, thoughtful learners who want to share opinions and listen to others, and students interested in education, global issues and the future of learning.
Share this opportunity with students
We are inviting schools to share information about the Cambridge Student Advisory Council with eligible students. To help you explain and promote the council, download the following materials.
FAQs for parents (PDF, 189KB)
Letter to share with parents (PDF, 168KB) (who will need to provide consent)
Poster to display in your schools (PDF, 394KB)
PowerPoint slide to use in assembly or class (PDF, 213KB)
Learn more
Find out more in our FAQs for schools (PDF, 158KB)
If you have any questions, please email us.