Find out more about the Awards
Winner Experiences
“It was a once in a lifetime moment. Being on The One Show was a truly unique experience. The excitement around school was incredible. The whole community were so proud to see us on national television. I can’t thank everyone at the Teaching Awards and Pearson enough for making this dream a reality.”
“Not a day has gone by since the school was nominated for the award that it hasn’t been mentioned. To our pupils it means the world and they are proud to attend our school. The power of this wave of emotion, after years of undiscovered potential, can never be underestimated and for the staff personally nothing has ever meant so much.”
“It was an honour to be recognised by fellow colleagues and to be appreciated by parents and pupils. As a result of the Award, my school has gained positive publicity and I have come in contact with some really fabulous fellow award winners who have now become good friends- we share experiences and good practice.”
“It was an absolute wonderful feeling to be awarded the silver winner award. The response from staff, pupils and parents was genuine and left me feeling quite emotional. I work in a fantastic school with staff that support each other and aim to provide the best for their pupils. This award, although for me, is testament to the hard work and genuine care all staff at the school provide.”
“Being part of the Teaching Awards has been a wonderful experience for our school and community. The judging process was rigorous and affirmed our judgements of the school by involving all stakeholders. Thank you!”
“I cannot stress how much of a positive experience this award has had not only for me but the whole school community. It has afforded me so many opportunities to further improve my CPD but fundamentally the education of students in my school. The attention from local and national press also shows students and parents that the school strives for Outstanding practice and is ambitious and nationally recognised.”
Meet Gold Winner, Farhan Adam
“People shouldn’t underestimate the value of the awards, not only on a personal level but for your community, for the school, for parents, for the children. The teaching profession is very much an unsung hero profession, and I think it’s important that recognition is given because people deserve it. It unlocks the message we are trying to tell our children—that you can be the best you can be. The school has been recognised, and therefore you’ve been recognised, and therefore you can go on to do things that are amazing.”
Since becoming Headteacher in 2017, Farhan transformed progress and raised aspirations at his inner-city multicultural college. His values-led leadership redefined the school’s mission, introduced ‘tough love’ policies, and broadened pupil experiences.
Our impact
Explore our collection of winner stories and hear first-hand from teachers and support staff the impact of our awards.
0
Media reach across The Teaching Awards Trust in 2025
0 %
Award winners say their win positively impacted their whole community.
0
Award winners celebrated
Meet our Chair of the Judges Panel, Sharon Hague
Sharon is the CEO, Pearson UK. She is responsible for qualifications, assessments and teaching and learning resources for primary and secondary education in the UK and globally. She has extensive experience of working closely with governments, schools and other partners to provide services that help children and young people make progress in their lives. Sharon is an advocate for inclusivity both in the workplace and within education.
Sharon graduated from Oxford and trained as a qualified teacher and taught in schools in Essex and Hertfordshire for 8 years. She is a speaker for the charity, Speaker for Schools.
Shining a Spotlight on the Teaching Profession
In 2025, the Teaching Awards Trust charity achieved a media reach of over 180 million across radio, TV, national and regional press, featuring in both consumer and trade publications. Our exposure goes beyond celebrating winners —it’s about raising the profile of the entire teaching profession, ensuring its impact is recognised and valued across the UK.
By sharing inspiring stories, we help position teaching as a rewarding and aspirational career. Teachers and support staff are a vital part of our society, shaping lives and futures every single day. Our mission is to celebrate their work, increase public appreciation for the profession, and ensure that teaching remains a respected and desirable career choice for generations to come
Think the Teaching Awards are only for headteachers or big schools? Think again.
We’re busting the biggest myths about the Teaching Awards
A Journey of Recognition
It is FREE to enter and to attend all our events. Winners gain national recognition, and are featured in the press, on TV, and at our awards ceremonies with an overnight stay in a London hotel.
- All nominees receive a certificate, recognising their hard work & dedication.
- Silver winners revealed on National Thank a Teacher Day and invited to a celebratory tea in London.
- Gold winner reveals celebrated during BBC’s One’s The One Show special week-long feature.
- VIP experience at the annual awards ceremony in November including a four-course dinner, and a trophy to commemorate their achievements.
