Etone College Secondary School of the Year award
Tabled 8 July 2026 by Jodie Gosling
That this House congratulates Etone College in Nuneaton on being named Secondary School of the Year at The Education Awards 2026; recognises this prestigious accolade as a testament to the exceptional achievements of the school's leadership, staff and students; commends Etone College's commitment to delivering educational excellence whilst serving as a pillar of the local community; applauds its extensive work with food-bank partners, uniform support schemes and holiday provision programmes, which provide vital support to vulnerable families across Nuneaton; further recognises the considerable contribution of staff and students to volunteering, fundraising and community outreach initiatives; notes the strong partnerships established by the College with local organisations, community groups and public services; acknowledges the active involvement of Etone students in civic engagement through youth parliament activities, debates on community safety and engagement with Warwickshire Police and other agencies; pays tribute to the professionalism, discipline and respect demonstrated by the Combined Cadet Force, including during the College's annual Remembrance events; commends the work of student community champions in supporting charitable causes, including fundraising for the Mary Ann Evans Hospice; and celebrates Etone College as an outstanding example of a school that not only delivers excellence in education but also makes a transformative contribution to the wider community, setting a standard for schools across the United Kingdom.