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Sponsored by University of Suffolk
The winner of the Overall Education Hero of the Year will be handpicked by the judges. This is a non-entry category, and all the winners will be automatically entered. The winner will exemplify the outstanding commitment to learning, students and teachers whilst also the wider community showcasing the dedication, innovation and passion shown throughout the sector.
Sponsored by Suffolk County Council
This award recognises the most outstanding Early Years establishment whether nursery or pre-school. We are looking for the setting that can demonstrate their enthusiastic commitment to the learning, physical and emotional development of children in the 3-5 years old category. These schools will also make a difference in their wider community, have innovative and inspiring ideas and support the mental health of children and peers.
Criteria:
1. Strategy for emotional, physical and social development.
2. Evidence of development of learning prior to KS1.
3. Innovation of services.
4. Future development of the establishment
This award will celebrate an exceptional Primary School working with children from Reception to Year 6. We will look for evidence on this school's inclusivity, commitment to learning, emotional and physical development as well as the work within the local community. This award will also look at the ways in which the future of the children is considered and their work beyond the classroom.
Criteria:
1. Strategy for emotional, physical and social development.
2. Evidence of development of learning at KS1 & 2.
3. Strategy for guidance on students' future and personal development.
4. Provision of extra-curricular activities, including clubs, sports teams etc.
This award will celebrate an exceptional Secondary School working with children from Year 7 to Year 11. We will look for evidence on this school's inclusivity, commitment to learning, emotional and physical development as well as the work within the local community. This award will also look at the ways in which the future of the children is considered and their work beyond the classroom.
Criteria:
1. Strategy for emotional, physical and social development.
2. Evidence of development of learning at KS3 & GCSE.
3. Strategy for guidance on students' future and career development
4. Provision of extra-curricular activities, including clubs, sports teams etc.
This award is for the institution that combines academic excellence and an outstanding widening participation programme which draws a diverse intake. We will look for evidence on this institutions commitment to learning, personal and professional development, focus on career and future opportunities and the student's mental health and wellbeing.
Criteria:
1. Strategy for emotional, physical and social development.
2. Evidence of development of learning for qualifications.
3. Strategy for guidance on students' future and career development/opportunities.
4. Evidence of continued mental health and wellbeing
Sponsored by Apprenticeship Suffolk
The Apprentice of the Year acknowledges the outstanding achievements of an apprentice who has embraced their learning in the workplace and has effectively used this to boost their career, advance their organisation and wider community. Open to current apprentices or those that have completed/achieved their apprenticeship within the last 12 months.
Criteria:
1. Detail of work ethic and impact ‘on the job’
2. Application of Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
3. Commitment to learning and completion of coursework
4. Evidence of future and career development
This award is for the educational establishment that is excelling in the support of their students. They will exemplify a programme and system that allows a student to develop with all branches of support offered. Judges will look at the inclusivity, SEND, STEM, physical, mental health, diversity and educational support offered by the institution.
Criteria:
1. Education support system offering
2. Mental Health, Physical Health, SEND and diversity support systems
3. Detail of the support and its extension into the wider school and local community
4. How do the support systems integrate into the school ethos?
This award is given to the assistant who gives outstanding support inside and outside the classroom. We will look for evidence of their contribution in supporting children and colleagues, their assistance in pupils learning and social development, recognising best practises and their work in the wider school. Open to all non-teaching staff who work within an educational establishment i.e teaching assistants, support staff etc
Criteria:
1. Impact on students / rapport
2. Support given to teachers, peers and school community
3. Evidence of best and innovative practises in the classroom
4. Assistance of social and emotional development
Sponsored by Teach
This award is for the amazing teachers and educators who bring engaging and inspiring learning to their students and help fulfil their potential through their tireless efforts. We will look for the teachers who demonstrate daily their passion, enthusiasm, dedication and energy towards creating happy and successful learning environments whilst nurturing the physical and emotion wellbeing of their students. Open to all teachers and educators from Early Years to Higher Education.
Criteria:
1. Commitment to personal and professional growth, including demonstrating motivation and inspiration
2. Wider impact on peers and school community
3. Development of students emotional and physical wellbeing
4. Innovation of learning, and teaching style
Sponsored by Active Suffolk
This award will recognise the outstanding work being done within a school to promote mental health and wellbeing. We will look at the effective practises and provisions in place that promotes the emotional wellbeing of both staff and students. The wider community will also benefit from the commitment to the promotion of mental health and the development of effective strategy to maintain the wellbeing throughout a student's academic career.
4-Point Criteria :
1. Detail of provision in place for staff and student wellbeing
2. Commitment to mental health and emotional wellbeing
3. Evidence of successful wellbeing support
4. Strategy for future support development