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Tes Schools Awards UK 2026

Our annual celebration showcasing the achievements of staff and schools. The Tes Schools Awards, with 23 categories, are free to enter for all state and independent schools in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Since 2009, our awards have highlighted the outstanding efforts and achievements in state and independent schools. With the Tes Schools Awards, we're bringing independent and state schools together to celebrate excellence across the whole education sector in one inclusive national event in London.

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Step into the magic of the Tes Schools Awards 2025!

Last year’s ceremony brought together the best across state and independent education, honouring the passion, innovation, and dedication that shape our schools every day.

Watch the highlights and relive the celebration of those who go above and beyond for their pupils, communities, and futures.

Celebrating the education community

The Tes Schools Awards are a fantastic way to celebrate individuals' and schools' achievements with colleagues and the wider education community; gaining national recognition for your hard work and successes.

See the glitz and the glam of the evening with our 2025 gallery.

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WINNERS GROUP - Tes Schools Awards 2025

The impact of our awards

At Tes, celebrating the achievements of individuals and schools has always been a priority for us, and we take immense pride in recognising the incredible work done by those in state and independent schools across the UK.

See the heartfelt reactions of the winners, as they express the significance of winning one of our awards.

To hear more about the impact of winning a Tes Schools Award, check out our written and video testimonials.

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  • I feel so incredibly proud to accept this award on behalf of the phenomenal work that the students and staff do every single day. It means so much to the community of Totteridge Academy.

    Secondary School of the Year 2023
    The Totteridge Academy, London

  • This award is for everybody in our school family: all the staff, governors, the trust, the parents, but most particularly the children. The children are what bring us joy every day.

    Pupil Mental Health Initiative of the Year 2023
    Thornbury Primary School, Devon

  • Our boarding programme is exceptional and we’re so excited to receive this prestigious award. We’re so lucky to have such a great team working together which makes this so much more rewarding.

    Boarding School of the Year 2024
    Simon Heard, Deputy Master, Haileybury

  • The category envelopes for the Tes Schools Awards

  • Alex Horne Band performing at the Tes School Awards

  • Jon Severs presenting at the Tes Schools Awards

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Any questions?

If you have any questions, please contact:
Events team
megan.liman@tes.com