A Slough headteacher has been rewarded for her work after being awarded the Headteacher of the Year award.

Wexham Court Primary Schools headteacher Navroop Mehat, who has led the school for the last seven years, received the award and even remains in the running for a further award in the autumn term as the judging panel deliberate on the gold award.

Mrs Mehat said: "It is a privilege to be the Headteacher at Wexham Court Primary and share this experience with the community.

"I could not ask for more support from parents, staff and children."

Deputy Headteacher, Tanya Siddiq, said: ‘This award is thoroughly deserved.

"Navroop is an inspirational leader who goes above and beyond for this community. We are all so pleased for her."