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Glasgow Times
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow headteacher is only Scots winner at school awards
Louise Edgerton, headteacher at Hyndland Secondary School was crowned Headteacher of the Year (State) at the Tes School Awards in London. The event celebrtaes the UK's most inspiring schools and teachers, for the 17th time this year. Ms Edgerton said: 'I'm incredibly touched to receive this. Leading a school is never a solo effort, and I've been lucky to work alongside staff, pupils, and families who care deeply and give so much.' READ NEXT:Busy Glasgow street to close for four days from today Winners of 23 categories were selected by a distinguished panel of judges. Commenting on the Awards, Rod Williams, CEO of Tes, explained: 'A special congratulations to all the winners and finalists at this year's Tes Schools Awards. "The remarkable achievements of state and independent schools, teachers, and trusts that were celebrated this evening are a powerful demonstration of the excellence and dedication driving UK education.' Tes is also proud to partner with strategic sponsors for the awards, which this year included: Disney on Stage, PGL Beyond, and Penguin. Michelle Evans, Head of Education at PGL Beyond, said: 'Congratulations to all the winners for their outstanding work in inspiring the next generation. "We understand the importance of creating breakthroughs for young people, and know that these are happening every day through the work of these educators.'
Scotsman
25-04-2025
- General
- Scotsman
Edinburgh high school in the running for national prize at 'TES Schools Awards 2025'
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now The UK's best schools and teachers have been shortlisted for the Tes Schools Awards 2025 – and an Edinburgh high school is in the running for a top prize. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The Tes Schools Awards, which have been dubbed the 'Oscars of education', is a prestigious awards programme which celebrates the best of education across the UK. The awards recognise the very best teachers and schools from UK state and independent schools, across early years settings, primary and secondary. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The shortlist was compiled by a panel of expert judges, including school leaders and sector experts. The schools and teachers they chose showcase the best of UK education within 22 award categories, covering all areas of school education. The categories for the schools shortlisted in Scotland included Headteacher of the Year (State) (Louise Edgerton – Hyndland Secondary School, Glasgow), Pupil Mental Health Initiative of the Year (Firrhill High School, Midlothian), Secondary School of the Year (Hyndland Secondary School, Glasgow), Subject Lead of the Year (Secondary) (Ian Vosser - Braes High School, Falkirk). Rod Williams, CEO of Tes, said: 'I'd like to thank all those that entered the Tes Schools Awards this year. We've seen some incredible entries and more nominations this year than ever before, which just shows all the fantastic work that is being done across UK education. 'The Tes Schools Awards are a highlight of the education sector calendar, and it's important that we properly recognise the vital work that is being done across UK education, not just from the past academic year, but on a daily basis.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The winners will be announced on June 20 at a glittering gala awards night at the Grosvenor Hotel in London. You can see the shortlisted schools and teachers in Scotland here – Click here to sign up 👇
