NOMINATIONS close tomorrow for a new awards scheme set up to celebrate education in the Basingstoke and Deane area.

Last month, the Basingstoke Gazette Education Awards was officially launched, to celebrate and recognise those who play a part in learning across the area.

So far, more than 60 nominations for awards have come in relating to an array of schools across the borough for event which will take place at The Apollo Hotel on July 13.

Nominations for the awards can be made up until June 1.

To enter, please fill out the online form at https://form.jotformeu.com/80294391678367, also accessible via the Gazette's website,

Categories:

Nursery/ Primary School Teacher of the Year

Secondary School Teacher of the Year

College Teacher of the Year

Teaching Assistant/ Support Staff Award

Leadership Award

Volunteer Award

Community Involvement Award

Innovation Award, sponsored by Waitrose

Special Educational Needs Staff Award

Science and Technology, sponsored by Queen Mary’s College

Apprentice of the Year, sponsored by Basingstoke & Deane Community Leisure Trust

Business in Schools Award

For more information about the award categories, head to the Gazette's website and search for 'Basingstoke Gazette Education Awards'.