🌟 National Recognition for Marlborough St Mary’s!

Celebrating Excellence in Education

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Marlborough St Mary’s has been recognised nationally in the 2025 Pearson National Teaching Awards, with multiple winners across a range of prestigious categories. This is an incredible achievement for our school and a powerful testament to the dedication, talent, and heart of our whole community.

🏆 Silver Award Winner – Headteacher of the Year

Our very own Mr Dan Crossman has been named a Silver Winner for Headteacher of the Year in a Primary School! This honour places Mr Crossman among the very best leaders in the country, and he now progresses to the Gold Award judging, with the national winner announced in November.

You can read more about this incredible recognition here:
👉 Dan Crossman – Pearson National Teaching Awards
👉 Gazette & Herald Article

🥳 Staff Achievements – A Celebration of Excellence

We were equally delighted to celebrate the success of several other incredible members of our team, who received special honours at a joyful celebration BBQ at school, hosted with two of the award sponsors:

• Laura Stewart – recognised for outstanding work in SEND and Inclusive Practice

• Georgia Derbyshire – awarded for excellence in Teaching in a Primary School

• Hannah Panter – honoured as an Unsung Hero for her invaluable contributions

• Victoria (Tori) Lawton – also celebrated as an Unsung Hero

🏫 School-Wide Recognition – Making a Difference

To top it all off, Marlborough St Mary’s as a whole received a Certificate of Excellence in The Award for Making a Difference – Primary School of the Year.

This recognition celebrates the collective effort of our staff, pupils, parents, and wider community in creating a school where children feel safe, inspired, and proud to learn. It reflects our shared commitment to the values that shape our school:
Read • Talk • Pride • Marlborough

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💬 A Message of Thanks

We couldn’t be prouder of our school and everything we’ve achieved together. These awards are not just a celebration of individual brilliance but a reflection of the extraordinary team spirit and partnership that exists here at Marlborough St Mary’s.

A heartfelt thank you to all our families for the support you give us every single day. Together, we are building something truly special.