18.06.2025
We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate that Caroline Staveley has been awarded a Certificate of Excellence in the SEND and Inclusive Practice category at this year’s prestigious Pearson National Teaching Awards.
Caroline has been a driving force at Beechcliffe School for over 20 years, dedicating her career to supporting some of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged pupils in Bradford. Her journey is one of resilience, compassion and unwavering commitment.
Caroline transformed her own life through sheer determination; she taught herself to read, developed a lifelong love of language, and channelled her experiences into helping others. Starting as a teaching assistant when our school was still a PRU, she quickly became the trusted adult that pupils, parents and staff turned to.
Now our Pastoral Interventions and Mental Health Support Manager, Caroline leads with empathy and expertise. She has built a Nurture Hub in school that provides a safe, calm and therapeutic space for pupils who need it most. Her work supporting Looked After Children, leading wellbeing sessions, managing transitions and mentoring new staff has had a profound impact on our whole school community.
In the school’s most recent report, Ofsted praised the strength of relationships between staff and pupils at Beechcliffe – a testament to Caroline’s influence. She is, quite simply, the heart of our school.
David Prosho, Head of Beechcliffe Thackley, said: “We are all incredibly proud of Caroline and delighted that her extraordinary contribution has been recognised on a national stage. This award celebrates everything she stands for – kindness, dedication, and belief in every child’s potential.”
Congratulations, Caroline – you are an inspiration to us all!
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