DO you know an education hero in Cumbria who deserves to be nominated for the prestigious Golden Apple Awards 2023?

Nominations are still open for the awards which aim to recognise all that is great about education in Cumbria.

The special evening is a chance to toast those who are top of the class and rewards excellence in education and learning in all of its forms.

The coveted awards ceremony recognises talent, resilience and achievements of the education sector and its inspiring people.

From terrific teachers to superb students, amazing apprentices and incredible initiatives, we want YOU to help us shine a spotlight on the best in the industry.

Once again, the awards have been launched in association with University of Cumbria - a lead player in delivering top quality, professional higher-level learning.

This year's awards include:

• BEST EARLY YEARS PROVIDER

• BEST PRIMARY SCHOOL

• BEST SECONDARY SCHOOL

• BEST SUPPORT STAFF

• BEST TEACHING ASSISTANT

• BEST EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL NEWCOMER

• BEST TEACHING PROFESSIONAL

• BEST EDUCATION AND LEARNING LEADER

• BEST STUDENT

• BEST APPRENTICE

• BEST INCLUSION INITIATIVE

• BEST INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT

• AGAINST ALL ODDS

• LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

The awards will change venue this year taking place on Thursday, October 12 at The Greenhill Hotel, Wigton.

To nominate your education heroes you can click here.