FLYNN ANNOUNCED AS HEAD BOY IN PRIZE GIVING 2026
Prize Giving 2026 was a joyous event, drawing a big crowd of parents and carers, staff and pupils!
The Prize Giving was led by our outgoing Headteacher, Mrs Vlahodimou with support from Vice-Chairman Mrs Aughwane and select members of College staff.
The annual Prize Giving has been a main-stay of the College since it's inception, as an opportunity to come together with the school community and present awards for outstanding achievement to our hard-working and talented pupils. Awards are given for academic progress and academic effort, along with unique 'College' awards.
Our guests of parents, carers, governors, staff and pupils once again sat in the impressive marquee placed on our croquet grounds, with a breathtaking view of our school, which is situated within the Southdown's National Park.
An emotional video titled 'A Chapter Closes' featuring some of our 2026 Leavers in conversation with Mr Bentley-Angell (Head of Performing Arts) left many with tears in their eyes!
Flynn - Head Boy 2026 - 2027
Slindon College are proud to announce Flynn as HEAD BOY of Slindon College for the 2026 - 2027 academic year.
Flynn was chosen by Mrs Vlahodimou (Headteacher) & Mr Robson (Assistant Head) following a formal application and interview process. He was presented with his 'House neutral' Head Boy tie. Flynn will take the side of future Headteacher, Mr Critchard, in September.
Prefects were announced as Theo (Norfolk), Lucas (Richmond), TJ (Cowdray) and Hayden (Sussex).
The fun and nostalgia continued with a buffet lunch, and a special Art & Design Technology Exhibition curated by Mr Saysell (Head of Art) and Mr Burbidge (Head of Design Technology). This included work produced by Slindon College students throughout the school year.
Mrs Vlahodimou said:
"I am immensely proud of our pupils and the incredible personal achievements they have made this year. I am also pleased to announce Flynn as our new Head Boy. He will be a positive role for his fellow pupils, and is consistent in demonstrating our core values - EPICS."
Full List of College Awards for Prize Giving 2026
| Believe, Inspire, Succeed Trophy | - Declan (Year 11) |
| Chapman Performing Arts Award | - Matthew (Year 11) |
| Pinney Cup | - Jago (Year 11) |
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Vanessa Dadswell Greenpower Award |
- Adam (Year 11) |
| To Dare Award | - Freddie (Year 11) |
| Sports Personality of the Year Award | - Eli (Year 9) |
| The CCW EPICS Shield |
- Samuel (Year 11) |
| Boarder of The Year | - Harrison (Year 7) |
| Slindon Charity Cup | - Richmond House |
| Prep Pupil of the Year | - Riley (Prep) |
| Layton Shield | - Cowdray House |
Additional awards were received in the morning during a Celebration Assembly. These included our EPIC's awards, as well as English REN Learning, Freckle Maths awards and quick point awards. These were awarded by our Head of Houses Mrs Draper (Norfolk), Miss Sacre (Sussex), Mrs Seaby (Richmond), Miss Thompson (Cowdray) & Mrs Kettink (Pastoral)
After ten years at the college in various positions, our Headteacher is moving on and the pupils and staff said a warm farewell with a special video of 'Best bits.'
The pupil led video saw some of her acting contributions to school plays as well as her more official jobs at the College! There was even a special message from former Assistant Head, Mr Sharpe.
The assembly was led by Mr Robson (Assistant Head) with video created by Mr Bentley-Angell (Head of Performing Arts).
