Many congratulations to our award winners.

Charlotte Easby

Charlotte has flourished during her time at Stewards Academy and it really is a pleasure to work with her. She is dedicated to the performing arts and has developed a passion for work both on and off-stage; most recently helping to organise music events and lead her peers in her role as director of Hamlet, as part of the Shakespeare Schools Festival. Both her peers and staff appreciate her calm and level-headed approach to all tasks and she always demonstrates a real sense of maturity. As well as mentoring younger pupils for Music, Charlotte has been a key driver of pupil voice, particularly as a Head of School Council this year. She helped to organise the annual Remembrance Event as well as support numerous other events. Charlotte is a pupil who will go ‘above and beyond’ and is a very worthy recipient of the Jack Petchey award.

Tony Carr

Tony is a delightful and very resilient young man. The last eighteen months have been a difficult and tragic time for him but all staff that work with him closely have described his courage and fortitude. He has remained resolute to be successful in school and has worked hard to maintain focus on his GCSEs. Tony has been a great support to his family and he is helping to organise events in honour of his sister and for all those that have lost someone close. Tony is well-respected by the younger pupils in The Bridge and they appreciate his kindness, help and listening ear when they need someone to talk to. His peers admire his strength of character and commitment to doing well.

Faith Idehen

Faith is an integral member of the EMPV group at Stewards Academy. In her capacity as joint head of the EMPV she has worked hard to promote events, lead cultural assemblies and regular meetings, and organise Black History Month celebrations. The EMPV goes from strength-to-strength and Faith is a superb role model to those that attend: The younger pupils have spoken of how she ‘inspires’ them to be more involved in academy life and to be the person that they want to be. Faith is committed to her studies and enjoys participating in wider school life; including playing netball for the academy team. Faith is a lovely young lady and a joy to work with.

Ayse Kaya

Ayse is a lovely young lady and an attentive, well-organised student. She is an enthusiastic learner who consistently strives to reach her full potential in all that she does. Her work as a Senior Peer Mentor has led to nominations from staff, her peers and younger students that all recognise and appreciate her maturity and commitment to the role. The younger pupils talk of her kindness and support with their work and when they need someone to talk to. Ayse leads a team of peer mentors that support Year 7 tutor groups and is a thoughtful and experienced voice at meetings.

Ella Johnson

Ella has been nominated for a Jack Petchey award for her dedication and commitment to Dance since her time at Stewards. Ella has shown great perseverance in developing her performance and choreographic skills; continuing to push herself to try new things. She absorbs and takes on board all advice offered to her and the staff that work with her in this area praise her highly. Ella has performed on many occasions over the years and has choreographed performances pieces that she has taught to other students. She helps to lead the younger dancers at Dance clubs on a weekly basis and is a superb role model to them all.

Fay Mills

Fay is a wonderful student and has been nominated by her peers for her positivity and resilience when faced with difficult situations. Fay underwent surgery for scoliosis and had a period of time in recovery. In the lead up to her surgery and afterwards Fay maintained her studies and kept a smile on her face no matter what. Her friends speak of how much they admire her and appreciate her friendship. Fay is a very determined young lady that makes the most out of all opportunities. She is a worthy winner of this Jack Petchey award for her bravery and fortitude.

 

Harrison Matthews

Harrison has been nominated for a Jack Petchey award for the support he offers to staff and pupils in the academy. As an incredibly able musician Harrison loves to perform at various events throughout the year. In preparation for these events he also mentors the younger performers and assists them with their pieces or with pre-performance nerves. He has shown considerable maturity and commitment to this and in other areas of responsibility. As a Young Carer, Harrison shares his experiences and supports others in the same situation. For example, he is regularly involved in the Friendship Group and has delivered talks and performances to them. Staff that work with Harrison are impressed with the resilience and strength he has shown and look forward to hearing more about what he is up to in the future.

 

Sonya Kemsley

Sonya has an infectious personality. She is full of positivity and loves to share this with the people around her. She is supportive and caring to her peers and is someone who can always be relied upon and trusted. She is very intelligent and strong minded, never afraid to share her opinion but always very considerate and thoughtful of others. She has grown in confidence over the last three years and her perseverance to be the best that she can be is inspiring. She is a perfectionist and this has helped her achieve her goals and flourish academically and in the Performing Arts. Her quirky sense of humour compliments her style and she has the drive to be successful in the future.

 

Aimee Mayo

Aimee is a kind, thoughtful and caring young lady who is always prepared to help and support others. She has dedicated her time to peer mentoring, being an excellent role model to younger students, and shown compassion and selflessness through her extensive charity work. She has always shown excellent resilience with any challenge that comes her way and her strength and maturity has been invaluable to her success. Aimee has been a key leader of the Charity Team this year and has gone above and beyond to ensure the charity events were a success.

Mrs Larkin

Mrs Larkin has dedicated the last 22 years to the young people of Stewards Academy. She is well respected by her colleagues and the pupils that have worked with her over the years. Working in learning support has not always been an easy job but she always conducts herself with professionalism, fortitude, and integrity. 

 The department has evolved over the years and she has been instrumental in its development. Helping to support, mentor and train new and established staff members all with a calm and supportive manner. She has been described as a legend! 

Throughout her time in the learning support unit, now the Bridge, she has supported hundreds of the most vulnerable, disadvantaged, and challenging pupils. Many of whom keep in contact with her to let her know how they have progressed and the achievements they have had. The pupils she has worked with know that they can be successful no matter what their struggles. Her positivity and caring attitude have provided great guidance to all. 

This member of staff has been crucial to the success of the Stewards Christmas Appeal since it started. She has helped coordinate all the donations, create beautiful gift parcels, and ensure they have been delivered to those most in need.

Stewards achieved the nationally recognised bronze Young Carers award and is in the process of working towards silver; this is due to the commitment and hard work of this member of staff. She works tirelessly with our Young Carers to ensure they get the support and guidance they need both in school and from outside agencies.