A CITY school has been nominated as the secondary school of the year because of its strong record of supporting children with special educational needs and tackling bullying.

Christopher Whitehead Language College in Bromwich Road, Worcester, has been nominated by Sonja Carr in the Secondary School of the year category for the Worcestershire Education Awards 2024.

In making the nomination, Ms Carr said: "The school is excellent in their approach to SEN needs, bullying and general support of the students' welfare. The school really supports children academically and provides lots of opportunities.

"The school takes a great approach to any form of bullying and looking after a child's mental health needs."

Headteacher Neil Morris said: "It is lovely to receive whole school praise, especially in a week where sixth formers have received two University of Cambridge offers. We support students academically and pastorally at CWLC.  It's what we do!" 

The awards shine a spotlight on those who continue to make a difference in the field of education.

Culminating in a glitzy black-tie dinner, the awards seek to reward those members of the teaching and education sector for their hard work both in the classroom and behind the scenes.

The awards are organised by Newsquest - publishers of the Worcester News, Malvern Gazette, Evesham Journal, Bromsgrove & Droitwich Advertiser, Redditch Advertiser and Kidderminster Shuttle.

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Editor Stephanie Preece said: “We know from our previous awards how much of a difference, many teachers make to the lives of our young people.

“We are excited to be launching the Worcestershire Education Awards 2024 across all of our local titles and websites and can’t wait to read the nominations.

“Over the next few months we will be sharing those stories with you in the hope of celebrating the wonderful work that is achieved in the field of education.”

This prestigious scheme recognises the achievements, passion and dedication of those involved in all kinds of education – from nurseries to primary and secondary schools as well as colleges and training schemes.

The 12 categories are:

Early Years Education Award

Primary School of the Year

Secondary School of the Year

Independant School of the Year

Community Involvement Award

Special Education Needs (SENCO) Award

Headteacher/Principal of the Year

Teacher/Lecturer of the Year

New Teacher of the Year

STEM project of the Year

Support Staff of the Year

Unsung Hero Award

This year entries will be judged by a panel of independent judges before the winners are announced at a black tie event in April - at a venue to be confirmed.