Innovative school wins two awards for being 'happy' and 'brilliant'

Hermitage Primary School in Holmes Chapel has received the Outstandingly Happy School Award and the Brilliant Schools Gold Award.

The awards acknowledge the school’s exceptional efforts in promoting happiness and wellbeing among its pupils.

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Will Hussey, of the Art of Brilliance, presents pupils with the Brilliant Schools Gold Award (Image: Supplied)

Will Hussey, from the Art of Brilliance, presented the awards after reviewing the evidence.

He spoke to children and staff and heard about the work the school has done through an assembly presented by pupils.

Will Hussey, of the Art of Brilliance, visited the school to review all the evidence (Image: Supplied)

The awards, highlight the school's innovative approaches to creating a supportive atmosphere where every child feels valued and motivated.

The achievement celebrates the school's dedication to enhancing the overall wellbeing of its school community.

Receiving such accolades is a testament to the school's holistic approach to education.

Staff work together to ensure that students not only excel academically but also thrive emotionally and socially, giving them tools for the future such as a positive mindset, perseverance and resilience.

Headteacher Helen Ross expressed her pride in the school's achievements.

She said: "We are incredibly proud to receive these prestigious awards.

“They reflect the hard work and dedication of our entire school community – pupils, staff, and parents.

“Our focus on wellbeing and happiness is at the heart of everything we do, and these awards are a wonderful recognition of our efforts."

The school community looks forward to building on this success and continuing to provide an exceptional learning environment for all its students.