Inspirational Outwood Staff Recognised for Transformative Work

Colleagues from across the Outwood Family of Schools have been officially recognised for their dedication in this year’s prestigious Pearson National Teaching Awards.

Chosen from thousands of nominees nationwide, the award recipients were celebrated at a special event held on National Thank a Teacher Day (Wednesday 17 June) at the Outwood Institute of Education in Doncaster.

In total, 29 teachers, leaders, support staff, and schools from across Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) were honoured for the lasting impact they have on shaping the lives of young people. Among the accolades, 11 individuals received Certificates of Achievement, and five were Highly Commended.

The Trust also celebrated four prestigious Bronze Award winners:

• Secondary School of the Year: Outwood Academy Foxhills, Scunthorpe

• Secondary School of the Year: Outwood Academy Newbold, Chesterfield

• Unsung Hero: Paula Thomas (Outwood Academy Foxhills)

• Transformational Use of Technology: Osprey digital learning platform (Outwood Academies across Nottinghamshire and Sheffield)

Lee Wilson, CEO at OGAT, who hosted the celebration event and presented staff with their certificates, said:

“I am incredibly proud of all our colleagues who have been recognised. These awards reflect the relentless hard work, passion, and dedication that defines the Outwood Family. Every single day, our staff go above and beyond to put students first, raise standards, and transform lives. To see so many individuals and schools celebrated on a national stage is a testament to the communities we have built together.”

Celebrating the education community as a whole, 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.