Cllr Diane Roscoe, Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Education has welcomed the success of three of the Borough’s schools at last night’s Educate Awards.

During Friday’s ceremony at Liverpool Cathedral, Litherland High School won the The Communication Award, Maghull High School won in the Outstanding Commitment to STEM category and St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School won the Outstanding Commitment to Sport in Primary School category.

Redgate Primary has also claimed the top spot in the National Teaching Awards for Early Years Team of the Year. 

Testamant to hard work

Cllr Roscoe said: “I would like to congratulate all three schools for their success at last night’s awards.

“These wins are a testament to the hard work put in by all the teachers and schools staff involved as well as the pupils who are taking part, of course.”

Litherland High School prioritises connecting with its students using contemporary methods including print, social media, digital signage, and its website. The school also invites guest speakers and holds events.

During Mental Health Awareness Week, the school also created ‘The Well-Being Zine’ to offer tips and resources for students to help them with their wellbeing.

Sefton’s Maricourt Catholic High School was runner up in the Communication Award, which is sponsored by CPMM Media Group.

Opportunities and activities

Maghull High School is continually developing and expanding its STEM club and delivers a multitude of associated opportunities and activities to students. Started in 2016, the thriving Club gives regular attendees and students across the whole school, a chance to experience real-life STEM and discover the multitude of exciting careers which STEM has to offer

Great Crosby Catholic Primary School in Sefton was runner up in The Outstanding Commitment to STEM category, which is sponsored by All About STEM.

St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School The primary school received this award as a result of achievements such as the Platinum School Games Mark in recognition of its commitment to school sport, clubs, and competition.  In the 2021/22 academic year, the school had the highest number of entries into competitions in South Sefton.

The Outstanding Commitment to Sport in Primary School category, sponsored by LSSP.

Netherton Moss Primary School was named runner up in the Outstanding Commitment to the Environment and Stephanie Wardale from Hillside High School was runner up in the teacher of the Year category.

Innovation, dedication and ambition 

Cllr Roscoe said: “It’s great to hear about the innovation, dedication and ambition going on in Sefton’s schools and to see it recognised at the Educate Awards.

“My congratulations to all the winners and runners up.”

The Educate Awards showcase the hard work and creativity that takes place in the education sector, from STEM and performing arts to sport and literacy. Now in their eleventh year, the awards also recognise the individuals who bring schools and colleges to life.

In partnership with Copyrite Systems and Ricoh, the Educate Awards took place at the Liverpool Cathedral and welcomed over 600 guests. The evening was hosted by broadcaster, Simon ‘Rossie’ Ross.

Kim O’Brien, founder of the Educate Awards, said: “Congratulations to the Sefton schools that won at this year’s Educate Awards!

“A big well done to the runners up and finalists too. Results this year were incredibly close, and judges had a difficult time deciding not only the shortlist but also overall the winners.”