Sponsored by Step Teachers

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 Norse Catering

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.

Sponsored by City College Norwich

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 Apprenticeships Norfolk

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

Sponsored by Norfolk Teacher Training Centre

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 will honour the institution that has developed and supports a range of exceptional STEM activities or have built STEM projects that promote the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics for all students. We will look for evidence that school has implemented either an over-arching approach to STEM or individual project(s) that develop learning in STEM. 

Criteria:

1. Detail of approach and offering of STEM learning 

2. Examples of success from STEM delivery

3. Detail of future development to STEM

4. How is STEM integrated into other areas of learning?

Sponsored by Centre of Excellence for Sport, Outdoor Leadership and Uniformed Services at Easton College

This award will celebrate the school or institution who are providing outstanding sports programmes and opportunities. We will look for the schools or institutions providing commitment to developing sporting skills for students to be active on a regular basis but also with the provisions of extra-curricular activities, partnerships and coaching. We will also look at the impact these sporting and physical activities have on not only the individual but the school and wider community. 

Criteria:

1. School's or institution's commitment to Sports

2. Detail of sport-based projects, opportunities and programmes

3. Evidence of impact on school, individual groups or wider community 

4. Detail of future development for Sports

This award will be awarded to the school or institution that is leading the way in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities provision. We will look at the opportunities and support systems offered to students with SEND, looking at the coordination, policies, individual needs and effective practises. Open to all educational institutions. 

Criteria: 

1. Detail of provisions for SEND students

2. School’s SEND policy 

3. Evidence of effective practise

4. Detail of future development and support for SEND 

This award will apply to the exceptional student who excels in the classroom and beyond. The student will exemplify the values of their school, demonstrate the positive impact their studies and learning application have on their professional development and their commitment to the wider community including their peers and beyond. Open to students of all ages. 

Criteria:

1. Detail of work ethic and impact in the classroom

2. Dedication to personal growth

3. Evidence of supporting peers throughout the school

4. Details of extra-curricular activities and/or participation - include teams, school council, student leader, prefect, charity work etc

Sponsored by Vattenfall

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