THE 2018 GOLDEN APPLE AWARDS RECOGNISING AND REWARDING EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND LEARNING

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2018 Presented1 by RECOGNISING ANDIn association REWARDING with EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND LEARNING GOOD LUCK TO OUR 2018 FINALISTS BEST STUDENT SHEENA KAR St Benedict’s Catholic High JACOB LEACH School, Whitehaven Energy Coast UTC, Workington Sheena Kar is head of sixth form and Jacob Leach is not just a fantastic was nominated by year 13 students role model in the classroom but a who say she has had a “huge impact” phenomenal athlete in the pool. He on their lives. “Mrs Kar is the most is in the sixth form and was selected positive, cheerful and down-to-earth as a member of Team and individual you could meet. She is helping us succeed in travelled to Australia to compete in our A-levels.” the Commonwealth Games. He works hard to balance his studies and his training. KERRYANN WILSON Energy Coast UTC, Workington DAVID MITCHELL Kerryann Wilson is director Furness College, Barrow of learning for both english David Mitchell has proved himself and maths at the Energy Coast to be exceptional throughout his UTC and has been described as creative media diploma achieving one of the most dedicated and distinction grades in all 54 inspirational teachers a student assignments on the course. His or colleague will ever have the pleasure of nomination said, “barriers are seen as working with. She always goes the extra mile. opportunities to David and obstacles are seen as enjoyable challenges”. BEST SUPPORT STAFF ALICE WHYSALL-PRICE Newton Rigg, College CHRIS BURLEIGH, Alice Whysall-Price is a level three horticulture student at Newton Rigg. HUSBAND OF THE LATE She has not only started her own JO BURLEIGH sustainable horticultural display Energy Coast UTC, Workington business but also initiated a project The late Jo Burleigh was not just the to reduce the use of plastic at Newton Energy Coast UTC office manager Rigg. She has a passion for the environment which has but something much more. She led to several initiatives being introduced at the college. offered an ear to all of the office and teaching staff, offered words of wisdom and advice but most importantly she was a jovial, vivacious, classy, compassionate, caring and BEST TEACHING PROFESSIONAL determined individual. DAVE BARLOW MENTAL HEALTH AND Ulverston Victoria High School WELLBEING STAFF TEAM Passionate teacher Dave Barlow University of has inspired countless students to The UoC’s mental health and make huge progress in the arts. As wellbeing service provides subject leader for technology his counselling, psychotherapy and commitment to his field has led to mental health support to students a “huge resurgence” in the area. and supports the academic teaching staff who have Through his drive and enthusiasm he has helped students concerns for students. Because of the confidential nature achieve their goals. of their work, they very rarely get recognised publicly for the work they achieve. 2018 4 RECOGNISING AND REWARDING EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND LEARNING BEST SUPPORT STAFF STEPHEN FENWICK (LAB TECHNICIAN) Uptatiassit, sit, totatur, to con esectatum doluptatur? Mus, con re optas adipsant dem volori des doluptatem aute dolor re nonse omnis mosande nditatu reruptatemod ut ut pro beria sam eosti con cum eturepe rnatia conseque modi ul- GOOD LUCK labor eperemodi quatio qui as quibusda ne nos aut. GOOD LUCK BEST EARLY YEARS PROVIDER TO OUR 2018 YELLOW BUS CHILDCARE TO OUR BERNADETTE JONES Workington FINALISTS 2018 Childminder Bernadette Jones has a reputation for delivering first class education to early year children. Her family-run operation is known for NURSERY FINALISTS the hard work and dedication in providing for children in the Workington area. AND PRIMARY SCHOOL Barrow Unemployment, crime, drug and LAMPLUGH CE SCHOOL alcohol addictions together with AND NURSERY poor health and education levels pose Frizington serious challenges for the children at Providing a caring, nurturing Ormsgill. But despite these factors environment for nursery children, headteacher Mick Cull is immensely proud of what he Lamplugh is seen by parents as a describes as an amazing community on its doorstep. beacon for early years learning. With a firm focus on building confidence, staff tailor work to individual children’s levels allowing them to progress in a BEST USE OF TECHNOLOGY short space of time. ST BEES LITTLE DALTON ST MARY’S CE PRIMARY SCHOOL LEARNERS NURSERY Dalton in Furness St Bees Hannah Croskery, deputy Staff at this nursery are proud of headteacher of Dalton St Mary’s, is helping children become confident, the county’s leading Apple trainer for independent young people with their schools. Every child from year 2 to own views and opinions. Support is year 6 has their own iPad and a whole school approach has always available should parents and carers find themselves been adopted with staff, children and governors sharing in difficult situations and the nursery is proud of the rela- resources. The school is a regional training centre for tionship it has with parents and carers. Apple. ERIN STRICKLAND, BEST COMMUNITY INITIATIVE FAIRFIELD PRIMARY ”WE WILL” SCHOOL Ewanrigg Local Trust, Maryport Cockermouth We Will is a group of teenagers who Children from the age of five are have the aim of improving youth getting to grips with robotic arms and mental health. They joined together 3D printers at Fairfield School., The to campaign for change in the way equipment is one way in which the school is embracing youth mental health is dealt with in the world of science, technology, engineering and maths their schools, communities, families to inspire its pupils. It also works with local engineering and wider social circles. organisations. ”STEP UP, STAND OUT” NEWTON RIGG Furness College, Barrow COLLEGE FARMS Working with Inspira and Jobcentre Penrith Plus, Furness College has more than Newton Rigg College farms have 50 students on its SUSO scheme. embraced the latest in technological The programme prepares young advances to improve efficiencies and people and adults in the community animal health while inspiring and for an apprenticeship, employment teaching students as they prepare to enter the agricultural or further education. One learner said “The Step Up industry. College leaders are proud of the way its farming qualification is great”. staff manage two working farms whilst integrating education for their students. 2018 RECOGNISING AND REWARDING EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND LEARNING 5 BEST TEACHING ASSISTANT THE RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECT SANDRA ALLEN Workington Belle Vue Primary School, This project saw 24 sixth formers Carlisle given the task of designing, costing Over her many years as a teaching and modelling a renewable energy assistant, Sandra Allen has made source in Whitehaven. Working an enormous difference to children with a member of Morgan Sindall’s with special needs and their families. young professional network students looked at the value She is a specialist teaching assistant of renewable energy for the environment and the future of amassing years of experience. Her positive influence the UK. ensures that many families of the children she has taught stay in touch with her. CAROL FORSTER BEST FURTHER EDUCATION PROVIDER Fir Ends Primary School, FURNESS COLLEGE Smithfield Barrow Carol Forster never shies away from a In November 2017, Ofsted praised the challenge and takes everything in her college for maintaining a clear focus stride. The senior teaching assistant on the quality of teaching, learning is a key part of the team which helps and assessment and retaining the Fir Ends School, excel for its pupils. specialisms of each campus following Carol looks after two autistic children and has brought its merger with Barrow Sixth Form them on in “leaps and bounds”. College. It also puts emphasis on apprenticeship training NATALIE SHAW implementing 35 new apprenticeship standards. Furness College, Barrow LAKES COLLEGE Natalie Shaw demonstrates the Workington perfect balance of sympathetic and In 2015 a “requires improvement” firm support for young learners Ofsted inspection triggered a college- at Furness College in Barrow. Her wide shift in culture beginning outstanding support allows learners a two-year improvement and to reach their full potential, and development process. This paid off achieve their ambitions during their time at the college. when last year Ofsted visited the college to deliver a new rating of “Good” across the board. A national survey placed the college in the top 10% for BEST INDUSTRY employer satisfaction. ENGAGEMENT INITIATIVE NEWTON RIGG COLLEGE THE CENTRE FOR Penrith Part of Askham Bryan College, LEADERSHIP Newton Rigg was nominated for PERFORMANCE this award for its role in providing Cockermouth high quality specialist education CLP supports the growth of to students from all over the UK. It leadership across Cumbria by is a specialist, land-based college development relationships between providing courses in agriculture, gamekeeping, forestry, business and schools. The not-for-profit organisation equine and animal management. engages with young people aged between 16 and 18 through the Dream Placement scheme and with primary children through Bright Stars. BEST EDUCATION NICK HALL PROFESSION NEWCOMER Aroma Catering, Ulverston Victoria High School STEPHEN BLACKWELL Food teacher and charity founder Lakes College and National Nick is described as an inspiration College for Nuclear, Workington in the nomination for his work Stephen joined the NCN last year as in supporting students and the a lecturer in engineering, science community through both food, and technology. He has already education and sport. He set up the Aroma Catering proved that a new teacher can make Foundation charity raising money to fund young chefs. a huge difference to his students and colleagues. His student achievement rates are high and he is described as a credit to the college. 2018 6 RECOGNISING AND REWARDING EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND LEARNING GOOD LUCK TO OUR 2018 FINALISTS MATTHEW CROUCH BEST EDUCATION AND LEARNING LEADER Yanwath Primary School, Penrith Newly-qualified teacher Matthew SAMANTHA ADDISON began work in the reception class HIT Training Ltd., Penrith at Yanwath in September 2017. Samantha is a senior manager with He has carved a reputation for HIT Training, a leading specialist nurturing children emotionally training and apprenticeship provider and academically gaining their for the UK’s hospitality industry. trust and respect. Parents describe him as friendly and Samantha is dedicated to providing approachable and goes the extra mile. first class apprenticeships for the hospitality industry in Cumbria and is described as an RICHARD GARDINER, inspirational leader. Newton Rigg College, Penrith Agriculture lecturer Richard CHERRY TINGLE Gardiner left a long career in the Energy Coast UTC, Workington farming industry to share his As principal of the UTC since experience and knowledge with September 2016, Cherry is credited students. His conscientious approach with inspirational leadership at to teaching extends beyond the all levels which has brought her classroom and he offers students advice on livestock recognition at a national level. sourcing and starting their own business. Academically in 2017 GCSE results placed UTC near the top of national and local results tables.

BEST LEARNING, DEVELOPMENT ANDREW WREN Furness College, Barrow AND TRAINING PROVIDER Described as an exceptional leader, Furness College Principal and CUMBRIA Chief Executive Andrew Wren is TRAINING CENTRE at the forefront of education, skills Barrow and training opportunities in its Based in Howard Street, Barrow, community. He has received praise this training centre is praised for its for ensuring Furness College has maintained outstanding commitment, innovation, and growth financial health at a time when most colleges are in the training and development struggling. of learners from all backgrounds and age groups. The nomination speaks of allowing them to grow their careers and knowledge base. PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD EDUCLA RACHEL ESPOSITO Carlisle Primary Programme Lead Educla is an independent education (School Direct), Kendal therapy centre that provides Rachel is dedicated and committed emotional and educational support to nurturing her students to become to children and young people. It is outstanding new teachers. a safe space, a creative hub and a Her PGCE students often say place for young learners to grow and “everyone needs a Rachel” and they flourish. It is described as unique with an ethos of always described her as “truly inspirational”. The students refer looking forward and never giving up. to her as a “second mother”. THE PGCE ALAN ROBERT GILLON Design & Delivery Team, Learning and engagement officer at The Beacon Museum, Led by Ruth Hurst at the University Whitehaven of Cumbria’s Lancaster Campus, Alan’s vision is to transform the the PGCE (non QTS) team worked Beacon Museum into a leading local, together to deliver a fully online national and international museum high-quality programme in its for learning and discovery. His first year. The programme put Cumbria on the map as a inspirational qualities to work with wider the museum provider of high quality provision of online learning. collections and learning resources has created pathways for more engagement and participation at all levels. 2018 RECOGNISING AND REWARDING EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND LEARNING 7 PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD (CONTINUED) GOOD LUCK TO OUR KATE HODGSON Play, learning and childcare 2018 FINALISTS practitioner at Barnardo’s Children’s Centre, Carlisle REBECCA MOONEY Kate is a dedicated early years Carlisle College apprentice who works extremely Assistant accounting apprentice hard to bring her local community Rebecca Mooney has achieved together through her rewarding work marks of more than 90 per cent in with children and families. She supports families through all three units of her AAT Level 3 her role as a play learning and childcare practitioner at Advanced Diploma in Accounting. Barnardo’s Children’s Centre, in Carlisle. Her employers Carlisle Refrigeration have highly praised her development from a junior role to a LITTLE LAMBS NURSERY focused credit control position. St Pius X Catholic Primary School, Barrow Little Lambs Nursery is an exciting BEST INCLUSION INITIATIVE new nursery with big goals for its pupils. St Pius opened its nursery EDUCLA facility last year to meet the needs of Carlisle local families. The Schneider Road Described as giving excellent support school refurbished a former IT room to create a nursery to vulnerable children, Educla is a facility for three-year-olds. new business based in High Head Castle, Ivegill near Carlisle. It has CALLUM SLATER AND a mission to help children who JACOB MCSWEENEY are unable to manage mainstream Furness College Students’ Union education reach their full potential allowing them to take Callum and Jacob are two exceptional qualifications so they can continue to study. students who were instrumental in setting up Furness College Students’ KICK START PROJECT Union. The two former Barrow Sixth Barrow Form College students established the SU to represent This project gives support to children learners across the merged Furness College’s Rating Lane and young people who are at serious and Channelside campuses. risk of not being able to engage with the school curriculum. It works with them by developing their confidence, AGAINST ALL ODDS self-esteem, sense of personal efficacy, social communication and emotional resilience NATHAN MILBURN and works with 160 children a year. Barrow Sixth Form College Nathan has worked hard as a student NORTH ALLERDALE at Barrow Sixth Form College to DEVELOPMENT TRUST achieve “outstanding” grades. He Wigton has continued to grow in confidence This programme is an alternative and self-belief and has been praised provision for young people who by college staff for his incredible are at risk of exclusion or under- personality and witty sense of humour while coping with achievement within formal his complex epilepsy and autism spectrum conditions. education. Based in a fully functioning workshop in Wigton, young people can upcycle and refurbish items which would otherwise be scrapped. BEST APPRENTICE SPECIAL EDUCATION CONOR ALEXANDER NEEDS & DISABILITIES Lakes College, Workington TEACHING SUPPORT Described as an exceptional student, TEAM apprentice and welder, Conor joined The team consists of 10 teachers and Lakes College to study for a Diploma higher level teaching assistants who in Engineering excelling from support families and educational day one. His tutor says “Conor is settings with children who have a wide range of special proof that mastering a trade is not educational needs. “The clue is in the title “special” and a lost art; his dedication to welding, his course and his they certainly are that and more,” a parent wrote. apprenticeship has been outstanding”. 2018 8 RECOGNISING AND REWARDING EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND LEARNING BEST PRIMARY SCHOOL NETHERHALL SCHOOL Maryport FAIRFIELD The school has seen a near-meteoric PRIMARY SCHOOL rise from inadequate to good. Two Cockermouth years ago, the school’s sixth form Fairfield Primary School is was threatened with closure and described as being at the heart of the school was in special measures. its community and a place where Now it has been rated good by children blossom. The school Ofsted. Parents say it has become a good place to learn and aims to provide the best possible somewhere to be proud of. education for all pupils, focusing on the individual requirements of each pupil and creating a bespoke curriculum which builds on their interests. BEST EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME LEES HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL NUCLEARGRADUATES Brampton Workington Caring, sharing and always learning Based at Energus, Lillyhall the is the motto of Lees Hill Church nucleargraduates programme of England Primary School, The is delivered by a small team tiny school, near Brampton, which committed to ensuring all graduates celebrated its best-ever results at the end of the last receive the highest quality of academic year, has just 22 children. Despite being small, training, mentor support and the school “never stops moving forward”. pastoral care available. It was established by the NDA in 2008 to address the future skills needs of the nuclear NEWTON sector. PRIMARY SCHOOL Barrow-in-Furness SELLAFIELD UNION Newton Primary School is a “small LEARNING CENTRE village school with a big heart”. In Seascale recent years the Furness school has Sellafield Ltd Union Learning gone from strength to strength with Centre was set up in 2003 through staff and governors working tirelessly to raise standards a partnership between the TUC, and its profile. It has also seen the introduction of a management and the unions on nursery. the site to help learners engage in various learning programmes. Since 2003 it has seen 6000 learners accessing 14000 courses. BEST SECONDARY SCHOOL WARD 4 ENERGY COAST UTC West Cumberland Hospital Workington and Tissue Viability Nurses, The rise of the UTC since it opened in Workington 2014 has been remarkable. Student This elderly medical ward cares for progress figures are among the frail patients when they become best in the country compared to acutely ill. Ward Sister Debbie Evans, other UTCs. It aims to not only help Matron Christine Musgrave and students earn outstanding academic members of the ward team along with the tissue viability qualifications but also to prepare them for work or higher nurse team took part in a workshop which has led to a education. reduction in bed sores by 61%. FURNESS Barrow LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT The past 12 months have been the most successful in the history of Furness Academy with 237 children DENIS FAY joining in year 7, the highest-ever An inspirational headteacher who intake. Staff work hard to ensure had a highly successful education that no matter where a child comes career spanning 40 years in Barrow, from, their background is not a limitation on what they Dalton and Ulverston is in line for can achieve. the Lifetime Achievement Award. Denis Fay retired from Ulverston Victoria High School at Easter and the whole school community was sad to see him go. 2018 RECOGNISING AND REWARDING EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION AND LEARNING 9 THE GOLDEN APPLE AWARDS RECOGNISING AND REWARDING EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION2 018 AND LEARNING

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