IMMINGHAM students took some top awards in a ceremony for more than 10,000 pupils across the country.
Successful pupils from Oasis Academy Immingham took five of the Oasis National Awards at a ceremony in Birmingham to celebrate the best achievements in 28 primary and secondary schools nationwide.
The awards were in a range of categories from academic achievement to sport – and they were also highly commended on two more categories.
One of the winners was Jay Fraser, 16, who won an achievement award for his academic success and wants to study astro-physics with a language at university – despite his humble background.
Jay, of South Killingholme, said: "I have four siblings and I am only the second one of them who is going to finish school – all of them apart from my sister dropped out.
"I'll also be the first to go to university from my family and I think it shows that no matter where you come from, you can do well if you set yourself goals early and work hard."
Another of the winners was Connor Benson, 16, of Washdyke Lane, Immingham, who won the Arts And Culture Award for his achievement in music at the school – but also his involvement in the wider community.
Connor passed his level three music course a year early, as well as finding the time to play a key part in the Rock School, helping young people learn to play instruments, form bands and play gigs.
"I enjoy the work I do and the award ceremony was a good day out and a welcome break from revision but it's back to work now – my first exam is this Friday," he said.
Humanities learning director Gemma Rothenburg said: "Some people think that Immingham is a small community and nothing good happens here, but our students are fantastic – they have worked hard and got what they deserved.
"This event showed that they were part of something bigger, but what was also very encouraging was how older pupils were advising the younger ones on the bus home about how they can succeed in the same way.
"Given the right opportunities, anyone can achieve."
Steve Chalke, founder of Oasis, said: "While winning an award is just one measure of success, we are incredibly proud of all our winners and believe that these accomplishments can inspire each and every one of our young people."
WHO WON WHATACHIEVEMENT: Jay Fraser – The award recognised his outstanding achievement throughout the past year across a variety of aspects of community life. The judges noticed his impressive commitment to learning, improving and inspiring others.
SPORT: Chelsea McCreath – The young netball star has competed for the past two years at district level and represented the county at cross country for the last two years too. The school called her an asset to the PE department and a great role model for her peers.
ART AND CULTURE: Connor Benson – The budding musician gained a level three in music a year early and enjoys helping young musicians as a sound technician with the Rock School. The school has called him an asset to music, performing arts in the community.
COMMUNITY: Charlotte Croft – Involved in the Human Utopia programme, Charlotte helped make Year 7 a more pleasurable experience by offering help and advice. She was one of many students involved but the school noticed how she went the extra mile to help.
TEAM LEADERSHIP: Brayden Kerr – The imaginative fundraiser set up a 24-hour sports event to raise money for leukaemia and lymphoma research in memory of a former student who died from the disease. Brayden led the year ten football team to make it happen.
