On Friday 22 April, Queenswood’s sports stars gathered with their families and members of staff for a wonderful celebratory dinner to honour achievement and participation over the last 12 months.

Mrs Wakeley, Director of Sport, revealed some impressive statistics – by the end of the Spring Term, 274 pupils had represented Queenswood on at least one occasion; there had been 601 competitive fixtures, featuring a total of 113 teams across 17 sports.

Our guest of honour was OQ Rowan McKellar, a world-class rower, European Silver Medalist and GB Olympian, who presented the prizes and gave an inspirational speech.

Many congratulations to all the prize winners, and thank you to everyone who attended this wonderful occasion.

The full list of prize winners:

• Sports Personality of the Year: Sofia M (Year 12) – Bronze with England at the Junior Hockey World Cup, ISFA National Girls U18 Football squad
• Team of the Year: 1st XI Indoor Hockey – County Champions and Regional Finalists
• Senior Pupil of the Year: Aleyna A (Year 11)
• Junior Pupil of the Year: Sophie T (Year 9)
• Team Player of the Year: Evie K (Year 8) – 57 fixtures across Hockey, Netball, Cross Country, Football and Cricket
• Volunteer of the Year: Maggie S (Year 9)
• Most Improved Team: Junior Cross Country – qualified for National Finals
• Team Spirit of the Year: U13B Hockey
• Club of the Year: Badminton
• Year 13 Contribution to School Sport
• Olympic and Paralympic Values: Kirsten L (Determination), Ellen M (Friendship), Lucinda B (Friendship), Grace B (Courage), Peace A (Inspiration), Hannah van G (Respect), Mia B (Excellence), Holly D (Equality) ​​

Photography by Theodora C (Year 12) and Mrs Helen Platt-Hawkins (Head of Art)