The children of Blue Coat C.E. (A) Infant School in Hanch Place gathered with eager anticipation this week to find out who had been chosen to receive the Ian Devey Outstanding Achievement Award for 2010.

Walsall born Mr Devey was a long standing, highly regarded member of staff at the school who sadly passed away at the start of this academic year. His family, who knew how much Blue Coat Infant School meant to him, made the decision to donate a trophy in his honour.

 

            

Elwira Kacperska, who recently had her 7^th birthday, was delighted to receive the award .Her parents were there to share the moment. Elwira, who moved to the school from Poland as a Year One pupil, has made outstanding progress in all areas of learning and has been a shining example to her fellow pupils. Her end of Key Stage Assessments were all well above average and she participated with enthusiasm in all areas of school life.

                 

 

Head Teacher, Janet Davies said:

‘ It was an honour to work alongside Ian Devey, who was hugely ambitious for the pupils in his care. This is a fitting tribute to him and I am grateful to his family for making it possible.

Elwira has worked diligently, supported by her family every step of the way and has been rewarded with outstanding results. We are delighted to celebrate her success. Our good wishes for the future go with her to Junior School.’