September 13th 2023
We are delighted to receive the news that English Teacher, Rebecca de Pelet has been nominated for the Lifetime Achievement Award in the Tatler Schools Awards. The award is given to a member of staff who has dedicated their life to a school.
Rebecca stood down as Head of English at Sherborne School this year, after 12 years in this role and 16 years in total at Sherborne School. An inspirational teacher, a passionate believer in pupils’ potential, Rebecca has helped generations of boys to find enjoyment and success in a subject that rewards articulacy and emotional intelligence. Where boys were resistant, Rebecca would rapidly win them round and with a readiness to cajole, it is easy to see why boys flourished.
Upon leaving Sherborne School, colleagues, friends and former pupils contributed to a Festschrift – a celebratory collection of writing – in her honour, because Rebecca was someone who gave writers the confidence to express themselves.
Headmaster and CEO, Dr Luckett said ‘we are delighted for Rebecca to be recognised for the notable impact that she has made as a teacher. We can probably all remember teachers from our school days and it is a testament to Rebecca’s teaching that she has been recognised by this award nomination.’
