John Shannon, director of the WELL (Western Excellence in Learning and Leadership) Project in West Cumbria, has been selected to join the judging panel for the Educate Awards 2026 – the North West’s largest and most prestigious education awards. Widely respected for his work in educational leadership and school improvement, John will join an influential… Read more »
Educate Awards was founded in 2012 by Kim O’Brien. Now in its 15th year, Kim shares why she believes these awards are so special. “Fifteen years ago, having worked across multiple sectors such as property development, it struck me that the teaching profession didn’t have an awards ceremony on the same level as other professions… Read more »
Educate Awards, the largest education awards in the North West, has bolstered its esteemed judging panel this year with the addition of education expert, Helen Stevenson. With a career spanning over 20 years in education, Helen is the co-founder of Satis Education, the sector’s leading executive recruitment organisation, and chief executive officer of Transforming Lives… Read more »
Educate Awards, the North West’s biggest celebration of excellence in education, has unveiled a brand‑new category for 2026: Most Inspirational Nursery. What is the Most Inspirational Nursery category? The new award is open to private, voluntary and independent (PVI) nurseries, school‑based nurseries and local authority nursery schools. Its purpose is to highlight the outstanding work… Read more »
21 inspirational schools, colleges and multi academy trusts from across the North West were recognised at the Educate Awards on Friday, 14 November. Now in its fourteenth year, the Educate Awards features 21 diverse categories and shines a spotlight on all aspects of education from sports and arts to literacy and the environment. The shortlist… Read more »