St. Cecilia's College shortlisted for three Tes Schools Awards

St. Cecilia's College and teaching assistant Sharon Monaghan have been shortlisted in this year's Tes Schools Awards.

The Tes Schools Awards, which have been dubbed the ‘Oscars of education’, is a prestigious awards programme which celebrates the best of education across the UK. 

The Derry college has been shortlisted in 'Excellence in Creative Arts' and 'Pupil Mental Health Initiative of the Year' award categories. While St. Cecilia's College teaching assistant Sharon Monaghan has been shortlisted for 'Teaching Assistant of the Year'.

The Tes Schools Awards recognises the very best teachers and schools from UK state and independent schools, across early years settings, primary and secondary.

The categories for those shortlisted in Northern Ireland included Excellence in Creative Arts, two for Pupil Mental Health Initiative of the Year, and Teaching Assistant of the year.

The shortlist was compiled by a panel of expert judges, including school leaders and experts. The schools and teachers they chose showcase the best of education across the sector within 21 award categories, covering all areas of school education.

Jon Severs, Editor of Tes Magazine said, "Congratulations to all the shortlisted entries - the standard was so high this year despite the challenges schools face. It is critical we celebrate excellence and share it widely so we can ensure that the fantastic work happening in education is properly recognised."

Winners will be announced on 21st June at a glittering gala awards night at the Grosvenor Hotel, Park Lane, in London.

This year also marked the first time Tes operated this awards programme internationally with the Tes Awards for International Schools. More information on the international version of these awards can be found here.

Visit https://www.tes.com/en-gb/schools-awards to find the shortlist.