Red House School shortlisted for esteemed Early Years Award
Congratulations to Red House, an independent school in Teesside, for being named a finalist in a prestigious award for its Early Years provision.
The Stockton-On-Tees, is the only school in the North to be shortlisted in the esteemed Independent School Association awards ‘Excellence and Innovation in Early Years’ category.
About the award
The Independent Schools Association (ISA)’s awards recognise the breadth of quality and provision in independent education across the UK.
To be nominated for the ISA Excellence and Innovation in Early Years category, participating schools had to demonstrate the outstanding quality of their Early Years setting. The only other schools shortlisted were in London and Somerset.
Red House Early Years utilises ‘Academic play’ as an ethos at the very heart of their Nursery. The school states:
“Our class sizes are intentionally small. We are proud of our child-centred approach, offering crucial one-to-one attention whilst tailoring the curriculum to nurture and stretch curious young minds.”
Aiming High
Red House School recently received the Mental Health Award by the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health in Schools. It is the only independent school in the North East to have won this award. The school is also working towards the Rainbow Flag Award, which encourages a whole organisation approach to LGBT+ and inclusion.
Flying the flag for the North
Head of Red House School Dr Rebecca Ashcroft said:
“I am absolutely delighted that we have been shortlisted and that we have been recognised as the top Early Years provider in the North. It is a resounding and well-deserved recognition of the incredible community we have at Red House and a national acknowledgement of our ethos, values and talented staff. A special mention goes to our EYFS Coordinator Mr Barnbrook-McKay and his dedicated team who work tremendously hard for the school and children. It is wonderful to be flying the flag for the North, and I know all of the staff are thrilled that we have been shortlisted as a finalist in this very prestigious and competitive category.”
Chris Zarraga, Director of Schools North East added:
“Well done to Red House for continuing to represent the North East and promote a positive narrative nationally of our region’s excellent schools. We have our fingers crossed for you!”
The winners of the ISA awards will be announced at a ceremony in Kenilworth on November 17th, 2022.
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