THE BET AWARDS 2023

Hotel in Liphook, Hampshire, where shortlisted nominees toasted accomplishments whilst donning their black-tie attire.

Kirsty Protheroe, Headteacher of The Costello School, and Paul Collin, Headteacher of Bohunt School Worthing were the evening’s hosts, providing entertainment and energy throughout as winners from across the Trust were applauded on stage. Since January, Bohunt staff and pupils have been creating heart-warming and inspiring nomination videos for outstanding individuals and teams who have made significant contributions, which were then played at the ceremony. This year was particularly noteworthy, with a record-breaking 315 nominations made across the Trust’s 1,100 staff – a true testament to the remarkable talent and commitment of BET’s staff, and the desire to recognise and celebrate excellent work.

The categories celebrated the wide-reaching successes of staff across BET, from Steyning Grammar School’s Naomi Hursthouse receiving the Outstanding Leadership Award to Alex Robinson from Bohunt Worthing picking up the Innovation Award.

service, their ongoing commitment to students, and for the way in which they champion the shared Bohunt ethos of Enjoy, Respect, Achieve. The ceremony marked just one of many opportunities for colleagues from across the Trust to come together, with representatives from all eight schools in attendance.

Neil Strowger, Trust Leader said:

“The BET Awards are a clear demonstration of the outstanding commitment, talent and dedication of our staff. From nominations to the ceremony itself, the event creates a real buzz across our family of schools. We received a huge number of entries this year, demonstrating just how important it is for our staff to celebrate each other’s successes.

“This year’s winners and nominees are shining examples of BET’s values, and it is thrilling to see our staff exemplify our ethos within and across our schools.”

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