Staff and pupils at Norham High School in North Shields are celebrating after receiving a prestigious Pearson National Teaching Award.
It’s been announced today that the school has been recognised with a Silver Award in the ‘Making a Difference – Secondary School of the Year’ category.
Selected from thousands of nominees, the win highlights the remarkable impact they have on shaping the lives of the young people in their care.
The school has been recognised for going above and beyond for the children who attend the school.
Staff have spent the last four years transforming the school from Special Measures to Good, and have secured a position as one of the top 12 schools in the North East for pupil progress, being overall the most improved school in England where there are above average numbers of pupils who are disadvantaged.
They have become a school of choice and are oversubscribed, with parents applying for a place at a school that enriches pupils’ lives far beyond the curriculum. Community representatives will present the award to staff at a ceremony on the 19th June.
From thousands of providers, Norham High School is one of 102 deserving teachers, lecturers, leaders, support staff and institutions named as silver winners in this year’s awards. They will now be in the running for the coveted Gold Award, which will be announced at a prestigious awards ceremony later in the year.
The announcement comes as celebrities, students and schools across the UK are today paying tribute to all those who work in education to mark National Thank a Teacher Day, which celebrates the whole education community and shines a light on the exceptional impact they have on shaping young lives.
National Thank a Teacher Day and the Pearson National Teaching Awards are run by the Teaching Awards Trust, an independent charity established over 25 years ago to celebrate the transformative impact of education, shining a spotlight on the pivotal roles teachers, support staff, colleges, schools and early years educators play in inspiring young people, every single day.
Michael Morpurgo, author, former Children’s Laureate, and President of the Teaching Awards Trust, says: “The work and devotion of all of those who play a role in educating young people is phenomenal. Not only do they play a vital role in shaping minds inside the classroom, often they continue to encourage, support, motivate and inspire beyond. That’s why it is important for us to take a moment on this National Thank a Teacher Day to recognise their efforts.
“I am also thrilled to be able to congratulate this year’s Silver Award winners and recognise the amazing contributions and commitment they have shown is shaping the lives of the next generation - thank you!”
Joshua Cronin, Education Partnerships Director at Step into Teaching Sponsor of The Award for Making a Difference - Secondary School of the Year says: “We're inspired by the efforts of schools in empowering students and positively impacting their school community. We’re delighted to be associated with the tremendous work that’s being delivered in communities across the UK. Heartfelt congratulations to all the staff for their Silver Award win for The Award for Making a Difference - Secondary School.”
Sharon Hague, Managing Director of School Assessment & Qualifications at Pearson UK, says:
“We're delighted to recognise this year’s Silver Award winners on their outstanding achievements. The contributions they make and the impact they have on young people’s lives every day is truly exceptional. We're extremely proud to support the National Teaching Awards and mark the achievements of all of our very worthy winners. Thank you for your continued work and congratulations!!”
