For this award we are looking for a nursery that has had an exceptional performance in the previous 12 months, however, it is equally applicable to those that have experienced rapid improvement and those that are maintaining continued excellence over a longer period. The judges want to see more than academic achievement and are looking for entries that demonstrate innovation, imagination and efforts to develop children in ways that go beyond the league tables. You should provide evidence to support your application, be it inspection reports, parent testimonials, data analysis or anything else you feel would be relevant.

For this award we are looking for teachers and teams who have created a sense of enthusiasm about the study of Maths – among students and also among colleagues – while also delivering excellent results.

For this award we are looking for teachers and teams who have created a sense of enthusiasm about the study of English – among students and also among colleagues – while also delivering excellent results.

This award will go to an individual or team who have worked hard to engage students and colleagues in their mission to make a difference to the future of our planet and inspired positive change.

For this award we are looking for a school whose staff and children are at the heart of everything they do. A school that works as a team to help SEND children to achieve their full potential. A school whose staff are caring, knowledgeable, dedicated and passionate about supporting children with special needs.

For this award we are looking for teachers and teams who have created a sense of enthusiasm about the study of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths – among students and also among colleagues – while also delivering excellent results.

We are looking for an exceptional school business leader who has radically reinvented the perception of the traditional school business manager within not just their own setting but across their local region and is a trailblazer for projecting professionalism. They will also show an exceptional ability to deliver excellent resource management across their own school, ensuring financial viability whilst still improving pupil outcomes.

For this award we are looking for a successful and truly inspirational Headteacher. In your submission please detail all the elements that make them a fantastic leader, including staff development and wellbeing, academic and other achievements, and community engagement.

For this award we are looking for a primary school that has had an exceptional performance in the previous 12 months, however, it is equally applicable to those that have experienced rapid improvement and those that are maintaining continued excellence over a longer period. The judges want to see more than academic achievement and are looking for entries that demonstrate innovation, imagination and efforts to develop children in ways that go beyond the league tables. You should provide evidence to support your application, be it inspection reports, parent testimonials, data analysis or anything else you feel would be relevant.

For this award we are looking for a secondary school that has had an exceptional performance in the previous 12 months, however, it is equally applicable to those that have experienced rapid improvement and those that are maintaining continued excellence over a longer period. The judges want to see more than academic achievement and are looking for entries that demonstrate innovation, imagination and efforts to develop children in ways that go beyond the league tables. You should provide evidence to support your application, be it inspection reports, parent testimonials, data analysis or anything else you feel would be relevant.

Once the judges have finished their deliberations on all the other categories, they will choose one school that stands out from the rest of the finalists. This might be a school that has won, or come close to winning, a number of different awards, or it might simply be one that has had an outstanding year and deserves special recognition. The Overall School of the Year will be based entirely on the judges decision and isn’t open for entry or nominations.

For this award we will honour outstanding leaders in education who have dedicated their lives to the enhancement of the Institution/Organisation and advancing the field of education with their pioneering spirit, demonstrated innovation, advocacy and career achievements that have improved the education industry. The Lifetime Achievement Award would be presented to an individual member whose long-term efforts, dedication, and sustained commitment has supported the organisation.