CELEBRATION was all around as Launceston College hosted its annual awards evening, recognising the hard work of students during the last academic year.

Launceston College recently hosted its highly anticipated annual awards evening this term, welcoming staff, students and parents to a memorable night dedicated to celebrating the exceptional achievements and progress of its students.

The event recognised outstanding accomplishments across Years 7 to 13, with two prestigious awards presented in each subject area. The evening was made even more special with the presence of esteemed guests. Among them were Steve Wharton from the University of Bath, Elaine Marshall, chair of the Athena Learning Trust Board, Helen Bailey, the town mayor, and other members of the Athena Learning Trust Board, Ashley Shopland and Stella Ellis.

The event also welcomed Jonathan Smith, a celebrated underwater natural history filmmaker, as the guest presenter. Jonathan, known for his groundbreaking work on Blue Planet II and Our Oceans, captivated the audience with insights from his illustrious career in natural history filmmaking. His work has been recognised globally, and his contribution to Blue Planet II helped the show become the second most-watched program on television, trailing only the World Cup.

The evening was a resounding success, serving as a powerful reminder of the commitment to excellence that defines Launceston College and inspiring students to continue reaching for their highest potential.

Mr Matthew Thompson, principal at Launceston College said: “We are incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication our students exhibit every day. The awards evening provides a wonderful opportunity to celebrate their outstanding achievements and to acknowledge the vital support provided by our dedicated staff and the broader community. We are grateful for the guests who joined us in honouring our students’ hard-earned success, and we look forward to seeing them continue to thrive.”