Biggest night of celebration at the No Child Left Behind awards

Published on 27th January 2023

300 guests including organisations, children and families see achievements celebrated in challenging year

Last night (Thursday 26 January) saw 27 finalists and 12 winners celebrated at the uplifting third No Child Left Behind awards in Cheltenham’s iconic Town Hall.

The evening was hosted by singer and entertainer Camilla Lewington supported by Production AV and Sorted Global. Over 300 guests - including families and children - attended to celebrate the achievements of Cheltenham’s organisations who work towards long term change, addressing inequalities and offering support.

The awards showcased all the exceptional and inspirational work that is making a real difference to Cheltenham’s children, young people and their families facing challenges. Covering a wide range of issues including, family support, physical and mental health, with six new categories ranging from inclusivity, environmental projects, digital innovation and business support.

This year, No Child Left Behind received its highest amount of entries with more than 60 submitted by organisations, teams and individuals across the 12 categories.

Cllr Flo Clucas, cabinet member for communities and safety said: “It was such an incredible night, celebrating all the hard work that goes on in our communities to change the life chances of the town’s most disadvantaged children.

‘’Congratulations to all the winners, Cheltenham should be proud of every project, organisation and person involved as they make an enormous difference to young lives.

“My special thanks to our judges, performers, our host Camilla Lewington supported by the voice in the sky who did a fantastic job entertaining everyone.

“We are all in some way affected by recent economic challenges and our media partner Punchline Gloucester were incredibly supportive, working with terrific organisations to ensure the awards went ahead and without them the event would not have been possible. A huge thank you to all sponsors especially Infrastar, Cheltenham Trust who provided the iconic Cheltenham Town Hall and Production AV with Sorted Global who supplied our audio-visual equipment.’’

Exciting and inclusive music performances were given by Oakwood Primary School samba band and Belmont School choir. Guests also enjoyed a fun zone of games and activities provided by All About Fun UK.com.

Mayor of Cheltenham and NCLB Awards judge, Cllr Sandra Holliday, said: ‘’I was thrilled to be asked to be a judge for the No Child Left Behind awards. The decision making was not easy and Cheltenham should be exceptionally proud of the fantastic community spirit and great work over the last year. My congratulations to all finalists and the NCLB award winners.”

The NCLB Awards 2022 winners:

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Winner – Springbank Community Group CiC