2008 Presentation of Awards

At a ceremony held at the Institution of Engineering and Technology, Savoy Place, London on 31^st October 2008. Nigel Robertshaw  and Daniel Jones (who could not attend) from The Sir John Colfox School were each awarded a prestigious Arkwright Scholarship for their outstanding work in Design & Technology.

Nigel's scholarship is sponsored by the Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers. Dan's scholarship is sponsored by the British Army.

Scholars are selected following a rigorous selection process comprising an application, Arkwright aptitude paper and interview. During the interview students presented their GCSE coursework to a panel of interviewers demonstrating a commitment to design, engineering and technology. Interviews are hosted across the country by universities. The interviewees participate in a team activity and tour the engineering / design departments. In all 238 scholarships were awarded following applications from 740 candidates.

The Arkwright Trust was founded in 1990 and supports young people through their A Levels by awarding £250 a year to assist with the purchase of materials and books. They will also carry the status of Arkwright Scholar into university. The school's Design and Technology Department receives £450 per year for the next 2 years. Scholarships are supported by individuals, companies, institutions and the services.