The community leadership and charity work of 192 Archbishop Holgate’s School students was recognised at the third Archbishop of York Young Leaders’ Award Ceremony which took place on 6th July 2016 at 7pm.

The Bishop of Selby, Dr John Thomson presented certificates to the year nine pupils who had completed the challenging and inspiring course over two years, studying the work of inspirational people of faith, and then identifying and supporting those in need through acts of volunteering, fund-raising and charity.

The Awards Ceremony was attended by pupils, their parents and carers, the teaching staff, as well as representatives of some of the charities supported by the pupils.

This scheme, taught alongside Citizenship lessons, was launched in January 2012 by the Religious Education department of Archbishop Holgate’s School and is now firmly established in the school’s curriculum. Head of RE, Katherine Harper said: “It’s wonderful that again this year we have another group of impressive young students who have demonstrated the ability to learn, understand and apply the lessons of the world’s great spiritual leaders.”