We are delighted to announce that Ms Vaughan, the deputy headteacher of Perryfields Primary Pupil Referral Unit, has been awarded a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to education.
Ms Vaughan leads Perryfields’ work for the Department for Education National Behaviour Hubs Programme which supports schools as far afield as Kent and Carlisle to improve their behaviour culture and develop their inclusive practice.
After hearing the news she said: “I am humbled and very honoured to be receiving this award and I feel very lucky to have worked with amazing colleagues over the years. I love my job at Perryfields and feel incredibly fortunate to meet and collaborate with inspirational people in supporting similar schools across the country.”
Mr Hines, headteacher of Perryfields, said “I am absolutely delighted that the incredible impact Sarah is having in schools across the country has been recognised in this way. Her skill, dedication and hard work are an inspiration to us all.”