Congratulations to all our Families First Awards Winners!
On Wednesday 12 November, we proudly hosted our bi-annual Families First Awards which is a celebration of the outstanding early help work delivered across the partnership.
These awards provide a valuable moment to pause and recognise the incredible contributions made by teams and individuals in supporting families.
Quote from a judge:-
“I'm awestruck by the incredible work that teams across Hertfordshire are doing for children and families, and every single individual and team nominated deserves an award! It was really difficult to narrow down each category”
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We received an exceptional range of nominations, making the selection process challenging. Our winners truly exemplify dedication and impact, delivering remarkable support to children, young people, and families over the past year. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to them once again for their inspiring work.
A special thanks also goes to our host of the event Gary Mallett from the Children's Services, L&D team.
Individual Awards
Collaborative Worker of the Year: Lara Carvalho, Pastoral Leader, Beechfield School
Partnership School of the Year : Laurance Haines School
Key Worker of the Year: Dion Lewis, Intensive Family Support Team, Watford & Three Rivers, Children's Services, HCC
Admin Support Worker of the Year: Ella Young, South West Herts Partnership
Manager/Team Leader of the Year: Sally Lee, Intensive Family Support Team Stevenage and North Herts, Children's Services, HCC
Unsung Hero Award: Emma Hicks, Marlborough Science Academy, St Alban's
Team Awards
Creative Early Intervention (programme or initiative): The Bridge Building Confidence and Resilience in Young People and their Families, Intensive Family Support Team: Welwyn Hatfield & Hertsmere, Children's Services, HCC
Services to young people team of the year: ARC Rapid Response, Children's Services, HCC
Services to Families team of the year: Kaotic Angels
Collaborative Team of the Year: Hertfordshire Sports & Activity Partnership - HAPpy Delivery Team
Early Years Team of the year: NHCVS Breakaway North Hertfordshire
Special Recognition Award - Early Help Impact Award: Karen Dorney, Supporting Families, Children's Services, HCC
You can view the presentation here, which contains all the shortlisted nominations:-
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A final big thank you to Hampergifts.co.uk who very kindly donated a chocolate hamper to our parent speaker.
