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Testimonials

"We had a wonderful time at the Educate Awards. It was flawless from beginning to end. The lighting and decor was stunning, the food was delicious and the service was top class. The awards ceremony was a joyous celebration of schools and it was a privilege to be part of it. Thank you for giving us a memorable evening."

Rachael Chadwick, St Benedict's Catholic Primary School

"We are incredibly honoured and grateful to have been finalised at this year’s Educate Awards. The event was truly inspiring, the performances from all the young people were just brilliant, such talented artists. Being recognised amongst such inspirational and dedicated educational professionals is both humbling and motivating, and we are excited to continue striving for excellence in our work in providing an exceptional education for all our students. Thank you once again for this incredible recognition."

Angela Ogden, St Damian's RC Science College

“Thank you so much, I can honestly say on behalf of myself and the team here at CER, this year was certainly the best although I am sure I have said this every year! The Awards never fail to deliver and this year was no exception. The performances, the hospitality and venue were amazing and as for the gif booth, what good fun! To celebrate all things educational, and the hard work that schools and teachers do every day is so important to the team here at CER so thank you."

Elaine Berry, CER

“It was a great thrill to be able to share being shortlisted with the whole school community, most especially our fantastic children! I know it will be an amazing evening, we have, as a school, not missed one yet! The time and effort that go into the detail of the event itself provides such a boost to the whole education community in the North West!”

David Hird, Netherton Moss Primary School

“Well, what a night! You should be super proud. Congrats on a spectacular return. As I said on the night – would be our honour to support again next year.”

Michelle Dow, All About STEM

"We all thoroughly enjoyed the evening, celebrating everything that is good in education. It was an honour to be shortlisted and we felt very privileged to be at the event and obviously absolutely delighted to win! It must be a massive task to put on such event, but it was simply fantastic. A massive thank you from us all at St. Michael's, Widnes."

Paul Loughran, St Michael's Catholic Primary School

"What a fantastic evening the Educate team put on and to win our category made it even more special. The venue, food and incredible entertainment from students made us all feel very proud to work in the education sector."

Robert Myatt, Birkenhead Sixth Form College

"I am still in awe of the whole event. What a powerful evening, celebrating success, recognising talent, and an emotional roller-coaster. The whole evening was filled with passion and energy, and this year’s entertainment as you know simply blew me away! Once again it was a great privilege and pleasure to be associated with Educate Awards."

Lesley Martin Wright, Chair of Volair Ltd, Educate Awards judge

"What a truly special night, students and staff are still talking about it. Thank you for the support provided by the team, they were all brilliant and by far the best Educate Awards to date. You always make us feel so welcomed and part of the family."

Waqar Ahmed, The Hollins

  • Latest News

    • Thrive Education Group and Teach+

      Exciting new sponsors join Educate Awards 2026

      Educate Awards, the North West’s most prestigious celebration of education, has welcomed new sponsors, Thrive Education Group and its training...

    • Carpe Diem Education Consultants UK

      Educate Awards welcomes new sponsor for 2026

      The largest education awards in the North West, Educate Awards, has announced a new partnership with Carpe Diem Education Consultants...

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    The North West's biggest education awards for schools, academies, colleges, teachers, staff & governors! ✨

    📢 Sponsor announcement!

    We’re thrilled to welcome @thriveeducationgroupliverpool and @teachplusinterventiontraining as sponsors of our Most Inspirational Specialist School Award 🤝✨

    Thrive supports schools across the Liverpool City Region with skilled, confident teams, while Teach+ delivers trauma‑informed training that helps staff support every child with care and expertise. A perfect partnership for this category ❤️

    We can’t wait to celebrate the specialist schools transforming lives across the North West 🌟

    📅 Winners revealed Friday 13 November at Liverpool Cathedral!

    👀 Will we be seeing you there?

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    📢 Sponsor announcement! We’re thrilled to welcome @thriveeducationgroupliverpool and @teachplusinterventiontraining as sponsors of our Most Inspirational Specialist School Award 🤝✨ Thrive supports schools across the Liverpool City Region with skilled, confident teams, while Teach+ delivers trauma‑informed training that helps staff support every child with care and expertise. A perfect partnership for this category ❤️ We can’t wait to celebrate the specialist schools transforming lives across the North West 🌟 📅 Winners revealed Friday 13 November at Liverpool Cathedral! 👀 Will we be seeing you there?

    📢 Sponsor announcement!

    We’re thrilled to welcome @thriveeducationgroupliverpool and @teachplusinterventiontraining as sponsors of our Most Inspirational Specialist School Award 🤝✨

    Thrive supports schools across the Liverpool City Region with skilled, confident teams, while Teach+ delivers trauma‑informed training that helps staff support every child with care and expertise. A perfect partnership for this category ❤️

    We can’t wait to celebrate the specialist schools transforming lives across the North West 🌟

    📅 Winners revealed Friday 13 November at Liverpool Cathedral!

    👀 Will we be seeing you there?     ...

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    A message to our finalists...

    This could be YOU on 13 November. Award in hand, crowd cheering, smile beaming ✨🏆

    But only if you’ve got your ticket 🎟️

    Don’t leave it to the last minute - book now! 🔥

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    A message to our finalists... This could be YOU on 13 November. Award in hand, crowd cheering, smile beaming ✨🏆 But only if you’ve got your ticket 🎟️ Don’t leave it to the last minute - book now! 🔥

    A message to our finalists...

    This could be YOU on 13 November. Award in hand, crowd cheering, smile beaming ✨🏆

    But only if you’ve got your ticket 🎟️

    Don’t leave it to the last minute - book now! 🔥     ...

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    Last but certainly not least... it`s time for the WOW Recognition Award! 💥

    🌟 byrchall1588
    🌟 @claremountssc
    🌟 @letedutrust

    Each of these finalists has made a remarkable impact on the lives of their young people and communities. Their passion, creativity and commitment truly wowed our judges. 😉

    Good luck, shortlisters! 🤞

    🎉 25 days and counting... See you all at the awards!

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    Last but certainly not least... it's time for the WOW Recognition Award! 💥 🌟 byrchall1588 🌟 @claremountssc 🌟 @letedutrust Each of these finalists has made a remarkable impact on the lives of their young people and communities. Their passion, creativity and commitment truly wowed our judges. 😉 Good luck, shortlisters! 🤞 🎉 25 days and counting... See you all at the awards!

    Last but certainly not least... it`s time for the WOW Recognition Award! 💥

    🌟 byrchall1588
    🌟 @claremountssc
    🌟 @letedutrust

    Each of these finalists has made a remarkable impact on the lives of their young people and communities. Their passion, creativity and commitment truly wowed our judges. 😉

    Good luck, shortlisters! 🤞

    🎉 25 days and counting... See you all at the awards!     ...

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    For the first time EVER, we`re shining a spotlight on one of the most important stages of education with the launch of our Most Inspirational Nursery award! 🧸✨

    ❤️ Well done to:
    🌟 @northcote_primary_school
    🌟 @orchardsnurserybolton
    🌟 @playpals.childcare

    The early years are where lifelong learning begins, and this category celebrates the nurseries giving children the very best start in life. The quality of entries has been outstanding, highlighting the incredible impact early years professionals have on children`s development, confidence and future success. 🤩

    Who will make history as the very first winner of this brand-new award? We`ll find out soon enough! 💫

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    For the first time EVER, we're shining a spotlight on one of the most important stages of education with the launch of our Most Inspirational Nursery award! 🧸✨ ❤️ Well done to: 🌟 @northcote_primary_school 🌟 @orchardsnurserybolton 🌟 @playpals.childcare The early years are where lifelong learning begins, and this category celebrates the nurseries giving children the very best start in life. The quality of entries has been outstanding, highlighting the incredible impact early years professionals have on children's development, confidence and future success. 🤩 Who will make history as the very first winner of this brand-new award? We'll find out soon enough! 💫

    For the first time EVER, we`re shining a spotlight on one of the most important stages of education with the launch of our Most Inspirational Nursery award! 🧸✨

    ❤️ Well done to:
    🌟 @northcote_primary_school
    🌟 @orchardsnurserybolton
    🌟 @playpals.childcare

    The early years are where lifelong learning begins, and this category celebrates the nurseries giving children the very best start in life. The quality of entries has been outstanding, highlighting the incredible impact early years professionals have on children`s development, confidence and future success. 🤩

    Who will make history as the very first winner of this brand-new award? We`ll find out soon enough! 💫     ...

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    Another category with 4️⃣ fantastic finalists! 👏

    😍 The commitment of these schools to helping children thrive, both in and beyond the classroom, has earned them a place in this year`s shortlist for the Most Inspirational Primary School, sponsored by @angel_solutions!

    🌟 @bartoncloughprimaryschool
    🌟 Chantlers Primary School
    🌟 @kingsmeadow_primary
    🌟 @ssppnewbrighton

    You`re all winners in our eyes... but only one school can take home the trophy on the night! 😅

    Good luck 🤞

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    Another category with 4️⃣ fantastic finalists! 👏 😍 The commitment of these schools to helping children thrive, both in and beyond the classroom, has earned them a place in this year's shortlist for the Most Inspirational Primary School, sponsored by @angel_solutions! 🌟 @bartoncloughprimaryschool 🌟 Chantlers Primary School 🌟 @kingsmeadow_primary 🌟 @ssppnewbrighton You're all winners in our eyes... but only one school can take home the trophy on the night! 😅 Good luck 🤞

    Another category with 4️⃣ fantastic finalists! 👏

    😍 The commitment of these schools to helping children thrive, both in and beyond the classroom, has earned them a place in this year`s shortlist for the Most Inspirational Primary School, sponsored by @angel_solutions!

    🌟 @bartoncloughprimaryschool
    🌟 Chantlers Primary School
    🌟 @kingsmeadow_primary
    🌟 @ssppnewbrighton

    You`re all winners in our eyes... but only one school can take home the trophy on the night! 😅

    Good luck 🤞     ...

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    ✨ Our ‘Most Inspirational’ categories are always among the most hotly contested and, once again, our judges were amazed by the exceptional standard of entries.

    🎓 The Most Inspirational Secondary School award celebrates the settings that inspire young people, raise aspirations, overcome challenges and create an environment where every pupil can thrive, both academically and personally.

    Congratulations to our 2026 shortlist:
    🌟 @middlewichhighschool
    🌟 Tarleton Academy
    🌟 @bpswirral

    It`s almost time to celebrate your achievements together at Liverpool Cathedral! ❤️🏆

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    ✨ Our ‘Most Inspirational’ categories are always among the most hotly contested and, once again, our judges were amazed by the exceptional standard of entries. 🎓 The Most Inspirational Secondary School award celebrates the settings that inspire young people, raise aspirations, overcome challenges and create an environment where every pupil can thrive, both academically and personally. Congratulations to our 2026 shortlist: 🌟 @middlewichhighschool 🌟 Tarleton Academy 🌟 @bpswirral It's almost time to celebrate your achievements together at Liverpool Cathedral! ❤️🏆

    ✨ Our ‘Most Inspirational’ categories are always among the most hotly contested and, once again, our judges were amazed by the exceptional standard of entries.

    🎓 The Most Inspirational Secondary School award celebrates the settings that inspire young people, raise aspirations, overcome challenges and create an environment where every pupil can thrive, both academically and personally.

    Congratulations to our 2026 shortlist:
    🌟 @middlewichhighschool
    🌟 Tarleton Academy
    🌟 @bpswirral

    It`s almost time to celebrate your achievements together at Liverpool Cathedral! ❤️🏆     ...

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