A SCHOOL in Weston Rhyn has been shortlisted for a prestigious award for the second year running.

Moreton Hall has been shortlisted for the Tes Independent School of the Year Awards 2020 – which identifies the most outstanding individuals and institutions in the independent sector.

The school has been recognised in the category 'Whole-school Community Initiative of the Year' – reflecting its continued work within the community.

Moreton Hall principal, Mr George Budd was delighted to hear the news.

He said: “We are thrilled to hear of this repeated accolade which reflects the breadth and level of imagination in Moreton Hall’s outreach work across the Creative Arts, allowing local young people the opportunity to truly shine."

And Tes Editor, Ann Mroz said that the quality and amount of entries this year was incredible.

“We received an unparalleled number of entries this year, all of which were first rate," she added.

"The schools that have been shortlisted should be proud – it’s a remarkable achievement.”

The winners will be revealed at a gala awards evening at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London on Friday, February 7.