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A Bolton sixth form has won big at an awards show. The Sixth Form Bolton won the Student Experience Award at the Educate North Awards for its Women into Leadership Programme. The Educate North Awards highlight world-class achievements across the university, higher education, further education and sixth form sectors in the North of England.
The event was held at the iconic Hilton Manchester Deansgate on Thursday, April 3. The Women into Leadership Programme is dedicated to breaking down barriers and empowering the next generation of female leaders with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in their chosen paths. Acknowledging the ongoing challenges women face in navigating a world historically shaped by male-dominated leadership, the programme seeks to inspire young women to redefine and transform these spaces.
The judges said of the programme: “The Women into Leadership Programme stands out for its innovative approach to empowering future female leaders, driving a paradigm shift in local attitudes and behaviours. With strong testimonials, wide-reaching impact, and impressive outcomes, the initiative not only fosters confidence and professional growth but also uniquely includes male participants in a similar program, ensuring lasting, transformative change.” Staff at the awards (Image: The Sixth Form Bolton) Principal, Stuart Merrills, said: "Annabel and Nick (the college's student leadership coordinators) have been truly exceptional in their dedication to the Women into Leadership and Prosper Programmes.
"Their passion, hard work , and unwavering commitment have empowered our students to grow into confident, capable leaders. This award is a testament to their inspiring efforts, and we couldn't be more grateful for their invaluable contribution to our sixth form community." Read more: Bolton school with 'ambitious curriculum' remains 'good' after inspection Read more: Little Lever residents 'struggle' to get home because of parents parking Read more: 'The kids at the school absolutely love her' -honour for lollipop lady as she retires Mark Goodwin, assistant principal, added: "We are very proud that our Women into Leadership Programme has won the Student Experience Award, at such a prestigious event as the Educate North Awards.
"Our Leadership Programme has become a prime feature of our enrichment programme, due to our students desire to embrace the opportunity to strengthen their understanding of the skills required to be future leaders. "We look forward to working with potential leaders when our new cohort of students join us in September." Women into Leadership coordinator, Annabel Jackson, leads on the Programme with the support of Nick Fisher, who leads on male equivalent, Prosper.
She said: "I am absolutely thrilled! Since taking over the programme last year, it has been a privilege to meet so many incredible women and create meaningful opportunities for our students. "A huge thank you to everyone who has given their time to deliver impactful sessions—your contributions have been invaluable. A special thank you to Sandra McMannus, who originally built this fantastic student leadership programme during her time at B6.
"Upon leaving, she entrusted Nick Fisher and I to continue its growth, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the foundation she laid.".
