The special ceremony, held at the historic King’s Hall in Stoke-on-Trent, brought together staff from 38 schools across Manchester, Leeds, Bradford, Merseyside, and Staffordshire for an evening of celebration, inspiration, and togetherness.

The cast delivered a stunning and moving performance of He Lives In You, showcasing their exceptional acting and singing talents. Having performed the full show at the academy in July, it was fantastic to see this encore performance at such a prestigious event. Their dedication and hard work were evident in every moment, and their performance set the tone beautifully for the evening.

A huge thank you to Mr Ward and Ms Leighton for their incredible efforts in preparing the students for this memorable occasion. The cast’s performance was a powerful reminder of the importance of the arts in education and a shining example of the creativity and talent within our academy.