A HEADTEACHER at a specialist school has been nominated for a Worcestershire Education Award.

Lynne Duffy, head and founder of Gloverspiece Mini Farm, a special educational needs school in Ladywood near Droitwich, has been nominated for the Headteacher of the Year award – a title she previously won in 2018.

Rachel Hackett, who nominated Mrs Duffy, said: “I believe Lynne is the most hardworking and passionate headteacher.

“She has built this incredible school and farm to help support young children in their educational needs and ability to work with others.

“The children absolutely adore going onto the farm, and Lynne has created this, not only as she is an animal lover herself, but to help the children feel more independent, confident and to build on their self-esteem.

“Lynne is a very compassionate and caring headteacher who will support all staff and children when needed.

“Lynne will always go that extra mile to make sure everyone is comfortable and succeeding to their best ability in their role. Lynne deserves this award as she will continue to support every new child and member of staff that walks through Gloverspiece doors.”

Ms Hackett said over the last couple of months Mrs Duffy has built and created a nurture room. The nurture room reaches all ages within the school to express their feelings and to focus on calmness.

It’s another space for the children to do small activities, work in pairs and groups.

Ms Hacket added: “This is Lynne’s passion. The amount of hard work and commitment that has gone into this school and the farm is outstanding. There is such a variety for the children to explore and experience, not only on the farm but the school also."

The new date of the education awards ceremony, initially scheduled for June 25, is now to be confirmed after the coronavirus lockdown has ended.

The awards are organised by the Worcester News and University of Worcester.

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