Celebrating the Class of 2018

Posted at 12:55 pm on 21st November, 2018

Wellacre’s Presentation Evening

We were proud to welcome back the Class of 2018 for an evening of celebration and reminiscing to mark their five years at Wellacre.

Students were presented with a series of awards and trophies, as well as their GCSE examination certificates, in front of an audience of staff, parents and carers.

The annual Presentation Evening is a celebration of students’ achievements, positive contributions and also recognises the wide variety of skills and attributes of Wellacre boys.

Principal Miss Wicks, Vice Principal Mr Pemberton and Year 11 Progress Leader Mr Duffy, presented trophies for academic excellence, personal achievement, subject awards and outstanding attendance.  

The following students highlight the calibre of students at Wellacre: Luke Williamson was presented The Carrington Shield for truly excellent GCSE results; his point score was the highest at Wellacre; James Abbey won The Billy Molden Award for overcoming diversity to achieve inspirational success; and Cian Donohue received the The Year 11 Learning Director’s Award for his extremely hard work, honesty, consistently upholding Wellacre’s core values and being an, overall, fantastic student.  

Harry Merrell was presented with The Ambassador Cup by the Governors for his work in enhancing the image and reputation of Wellacre in the community.  He has been an outstanding Head Boy and role model, and whilst at Wellacre, has been fully involved in school, sport, drama and charity activities. Chair of Governors, Mr Harrison commented that Harry is ‘a leader in the making.’

Finally, Joshua Bridgeman won The Principal’s Award for working hard as part of the Prefect Team in Year 11 as the Senior Deputy Head Boy, as well as achieving great GCSE results.  Joshua has been a determined, hard working and resilient student and embodies Wellacre’s core values. The award honours his outstanding contribution to Wellacre.

Principal, Miss Wicks, said:

“Our annual Presentation Evening commemorates five years of commitment and resilience, and celebrates everyone's achievements.  Success has been achieved not only through the hard work of students, but also with the support of staff and parents; it has been a real team effort! Their time at Wellacre has been a well-rounded and varied experience, one that has prepared these students for their chosen pathways. We wish the Class of 2018 all the best for their future.”

Thanks to William Berry for providing musical entertainment for guests, and also Head Boy Oliver Pagan for opening the evening with his speech.