Eastbourne schools shortlisted for national awards

The Turing School in Larkspur Drive has been nominated for community engagement initiative of the year and Eastbourne College in Old Wish Road has been shortlisted for boarding school of the year as part of the Tes Schools Awards 2023.

A spokesperson from the awards said: “The shortlist for the 15th Tes Schools Awards, one of the biggest nights in the education calendar, includes inspiring educators from across the UK. It’s a huge achievement for those teachers and schools who have been shortlisted, showcasing the very best of what the UK education sector has to offer.

“The Tes Schools Awards recognises the very best teachers and schools from UK state and independents, including early years settings, primary and secondary.”

The panel of award judges includes school leaders, experts and education researchers.

Eastbourne College headmaster Tom Lawson said: “We’re delighted to have made the shortlist for boarding school of the year following entries from schools across the country.

“We pride ourselves on offering a truly holistic education with a focus on promoting good health and wellbeing and nurturing every child’s interests equally. Alongside our day pupils, our boarders get to enjoy living in a beautiful part of the world, nestled between the South Downs and the sea – and all the opportunities that brings for outdoor activities.

“Our housemasters and housemistresses are inspiring, caring and tireless supporters of their pupils, so house spirit is always strong.”

The Turing School headteacher Sarah Doyle added: “We are overwhelmed and incredibly proud to have been shortlisted for such a prestigious award against so many other schools in the country. This has been a real focus and drive for us this school year as we know so many people need help in our community and as a community school we want to be a part of supporting our families.

“From our mental health cafe for students to our Christmas community chest we feel that it is more than our responsibility to [not] just educate students but to show what kindness is.”

The winners of the Tes Schools Awards will be announced on June 23 at a gala awards night at the Grosvenor Park Hotel in London.

READ THIS:

Inside the beautiful Sussex spa that's a 'secret haven of tranquillity' for its guests

East Sussex petition with more than 50,000 signatures called 'inaccurate and misleading' by housing developer

Pictures: Block of 'luxury' flats in Eastbourne town centre listed for sale for more than £5 million