Many congratulations to our award winners.

Mia Todd

Mia has shown great resilience over the last few years overcoming several difficulties within the family home. Despite going through difficult times Mia has always maintained a high standard of education as well as maintaining a positive outlook on life. She demonstrates continual effort in lessons and will always catch-up on any work missed. Mia has been committed to Pupil Voice and charity work throughout her time at Stewards. She stands up for herself and others who need support with maturity, her comments on those from working class backgrounds are always honest and thought-provoking. She has been a very hard working member of the Honours Programme and a completely fantastic court reporter articles for the national competition. Mia should be incredibly proud of her achievements and is a worthy winner of her Jack Petchey award.

Oliver Harrison

Oliver is a young man that despite the challenges he has had to face has shown great perseverance in his studies and good humour with those he works with. He has maintained an excellent attitude to learning and his willingness to help and support others goes above and beyond. Despite having been a young carer for his nan throughout her terminal illness, Oliver has always tried his best in lessons and kept a smile on face, even in the toughest moments. He has faced each new challenge with maturity and his peers and the staff that work with him appreciate his kindness, his honesty and his hard work and are keen to show recognition of these qualities through nominating him for a Jack Petchey award. Oliver has clear focus and drive as he prepares for life after Stewards and we wish him the best of luck in his plans to be a chef. Well done Oliver, we are honoured to present you with this award.

Mason Wilson

Mason is a Year 11 student that has gone from strength to strength during his time at Stewards. With his diagnosis of Autism he has faced many daily challenges throughout his educational experiences and had to learn to manage the changes to the sensory environment, social expectations and understanding and the experiences of being a teenager. The staff and students that work with Mason describe him as having the most wonderful smile and cheeky grin, a quirky sense of humour and the kindest heart. One of Mason’s true attributes is his own acknowledgment of his Autism and he will gladly and proudly talk to people about it. He helps to mentor younger Autistic students and supports them with their worries. He also organised charity activities to raise money for Autistic Awareness day. Mason is an incredible young man and a deserving winner of this Jack Petchey award, congratulations.

Bryony Witt-Davies

Bryony has been an exceptional student throughout her time at Stewards. She has always pushed herself to achieve the highest possible outcomes in everything she does. Bryony has been an active part of academy life and participated in a diverse range of activities including School Council, performing arts and a member of the honours programme where she took part in the magistrates’ court competition and the Brilliant Club. As part of the Brilliant Club, she achieved a first-class dissertation on religious change in the thirteenth century. Bryony is also a great support to others and has selflessly made notes for a classmate who was unable to attend school regularly and stepped in to support a group in their practical drama exam at short notice. It has been a pleasure working with Bryony and we wish you well as you move onto your A Levels. Many congratulations.

Kemarah Denty

Kemarah has been nominated for a Jack Petchey award by her peers and staff due to her increased confidence, both in lessons and enrichment activities, as she has moved through the academy. She has become more outspoken on topics she cares deeply about and shares her views with others in a considered way. Kemarah has been an active member of the EMPV for a number of years and this year has been one of the leaders. She has helped to produce resources, attend meetings and create some excellent displays. Her passion and dedication to equality and justice have developed over time. Kemarah has inspired younger students through her work and her involvement in activities including the EMPV and dance. A well-deserved recipient of a Jack Petchey award, congratulations.

Shane Gregory

Shane has been nominated for a Jack Petchey award by the SEND and Bridge team that have worked closely with him throughout his time at Stewards. He has overcome a number of obstacles and issues related to his preferred way of learning and always takes responsibility for his work and resources. Shane has really come out of his shell over the last couple of years and has shown great resilience and strength of character. He has grown into a polite, genuine young man who lights up the room when he enters. He has a quirky sense of humour and he is a pleasure to work with. Shane is always kind, considerate and caring of others. We are delighted to award you with your Jack Petchey award, well done.

Jade Edwards-Lowe

Jade is a delightful young adult and a pleasure to work with. She has fully embraced her education at Stewards and has been involved in a diverse range of activities including School Council, art and being part of the Young Curators programme, prefecting, the kindness challenge and charity work to name a few. Jade is a hardworking and dedicated student and has a desire to do well. Her peers recognise the great support she has been to them and talk of her kindness to others. Jade is a superb role model to those in her own year group and to those in younger years.  She has taken on the role of Head of House this year and although the year has been disrupted her views and suggestions will help path the way for next year’s team. We wish Jade every success in the future, congratulations on your Jack Petchey award.

Danny Raymond

Danny has committed himself to academy life throughout his time at Stewards. He has been on the School Council since Year 7 and has represented the academy at Open Evening, with visitors and at sporting events. In Year 9 Danny was chosen to compete for Stewards Academy at the Harlow Schools Cross Country competition. This event was the start of his athletics career and he has since gone on to achieve fantastic results whilst competing in cross country and middle distance running at school level, for Essex County and at Eastern Regional events. Danny trains and runs for Woodford AC and has set himself targets this year of a new personal best and top two placement in national championships. He has demonstrated absolute commitment to running since he discovered his talent and passion two years ago. He is a fabulous sporting role model to the younger students and we look forward to hearing about his future successes.

Hardson Palmer

Hardson is reliable, trustworthy and his friends respect him greatly, appreciating his supportive nature. He has grown in confidence throughout his time at Stewards becoming more vocal on topics he cares about and in his performances. Hardson is a talented musician developing from a budding keyboard player in KS3 to creating his own music. He is also a talented artist and has produced some stunning work in a recent competition. Hardson has been one of the Heads of EMPV this year and has taken the role seriously and with great focus. He has articulated how he feels on key issues and has enabled others to express their views too. Hardson is a committed student and strives to be the best in all he does. A worthy recipient of this Jack Petchey award, congratulations.

Mr R Treamer

Mr Treamer joined Stewards in November 2010 initially as a teaching assistant, he also worked as a PE technician before completing his teacher training and has then worked in both the PE and RS departments. Last year, having previously worked with a pastoral focus, Mr Treamer became the head of RS. He has inspired pupils creating a real love of this subject which is reflected in its popularity as a choice at Key Stage 4. Pupils describe him as an amazing teacher who makes learning fun and motivates with praise, ensuring pupils do their best and reach their full potential. Pupils are grateful for the fantastic resources he provides stating that Mr Treamer goes the extra mile and makes sure that he caters for everyone. GCSE results for RS have been fantastic and reflect pupils’ commitment to RS lessons taught by Mr Treamer. He is a bright and happy teacher who brings laughter and brightens up the day of both pupils he teaches and his colleagues. Pupils know that he is always there for them to listen and help wherever he can. He is a very popular and valued form tutor. He is known for his academic encouragement and emotional support both for those he teaches and his tutees. He is a helpful and caring person who displays a phenomenal commitment to the life of Stewards.