Amazing achievement for young Laois girl honoured with international award
Ila Emanual Alby is a student of Holy Family Senior School in Portlaoise
A young girl from Portlaoise won a prestigious award at the British Youth International College’s Inspire Awards in Glasgow recently.
Ila Emanual Alby, aged just 12-years-old, was one of the standout winners celebrated at the awards ceremony in St Augustine’s Church in Glasgow on Saturday, June 20.
A student of Holy Family Senior School in Portlaoise, Ila was awarded as an Abacus graduate.
Over 100 attendees gathered for the ceremony which recognised the achievements of 29 students from across the UK and Ireland in three categories, the She Power Awards, International Maths Olympiad, and the Abacus Programme.
With 34 awards and 29 different winners, the inspiring students were recognised for outstanding performance, commitment, and personal growth through BYITC’s learning programmes.
Commenting on Ila’s win, her parents Emanual Alby and Jess Alphonse Deeda Sony said: “The smile on Ila's face says it all today. BYITC has helped her develop confidence, quick thinking, and a love for learning that we know will stay with her for years to come.”
Dr Rashmi Mantri, Founder of BYITC, said: “It was fantastic to see such a strong cohort at this year’s Inspire Awards and congrats to Ila. These young learners have shown exceptional dedication not only in developing their maths and academic skills, but also in building confidence, leadership, and determination.
“They are wonderful role models for other children in the community.”