A school in Windsor has been named amongst the best in the country as it is shortlisted for two awards.

It comes as The best schools and teachers across the country have been shortlisted in this year’s Tes Schools Awards 2024.

St George’s School Windsor Castle has been recognised twice amongst other top-performing schools in the country.

The online products and services education provider has named St George's in its shortlisting of Independent Prep School of the Year and Pupil Mental Health Initiative of the Year.

The Tes Schools Awards, which have been dubbed the ‘Oscars of education’, celebrate the best of education across the UK, including teachers and schools from early years settings through to secondary school.

“To be shortlisted in two categories is a real testament to the transformative education we provide at St George’s,” commented William Goldsmith, Head at St George’s School Windsor Castle.

“In a truly exceptional few years, the school has become the first standalone prep school in the UK authorised to deliver the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, in addition to becoming a Full Member of Round Square, achieving World Class School status in High-Performance Learning and a Distinction in the Green Flag Award.

"The introduction of our Peer Listening programme has also paid significant dividends as part of an overarching strategy to ensure that while delivering our pioneering curriculum, we are also prioritising the positive mental health of our students.”

The shortlist was compiled by a panel of expert judges, including school leaders and experts. The schools and teachers they chose showcase the best of education across the sector within 21 award categories, covering all areas of school education.

Jon Severs, Editor of Tes Magazine said, "Congratulations to all the shortlisted entries - the standard was so high this year despite the challenges schools face. It is critical we celebrate excellence and share it widely so we can ensure that the fantastic work happening in education is properly recognised."

Winners will be announced on 21 June at a glittering gala awards night in London.

LVS Ascot, just down the road from St George’s School Windsor Castle has also been shortlisted for two awards.

These are Teaching Assistant of the Year for Dawn Worcester and Best Use of Technology.