Jack Petchey 2023-24 Award Winners

Although we all received the very sad news of the passing of Jack Petchey CBE last month, his foundation is set to continue recognising the achievements of young people for many more years.

EGS is fortunate to be recognised as Gold Award winners and our 2023-24 Jack Petchey winners for this year, as voted for by students and staff are: Ed H, Tamzid, Oscar, Taye, Tevaughn, Shakithyan, Jamal, Otis, Harris

CONGRATULATIONS to them all! These students have been outstanding in one way or another (achievement, commitment, overcoming challenge, contribution) which has been recognised by the school community. The boys have decided that the financial side of their awards go to the following areas:

  • Science Dept to replace some of the older equipment
  • Art Dept to access interactive resources
  • Sports Dept new football kit and update some of the older equipment
  • Sixth Form to help improve their facilities
  • Music Dept to update some of the older equipment
  • Computing Dept to buy some new equipment
  • Funding towards Year 8 trips for those who need financial assistance