Teacher of the Year: Madeleine Ellert

MADELEINE Ellert, the head of Upper Seniors at Blanchelande College, has been nominated for the Teacher of the Year award, which is sponsored by HSBC.

Miss Ellert, who is also the head of theology at the college, has ‘had an incredible impact on the lives of so many students,’ according to her nominator, who wishes to remain anonymous.

‘Miss Ellert is brilliant and I think she deserves recognition for everything she does. 

‘She treats her students with the utmost respect and always has their best interests at heart. 

‘I first got taught by Miss Ellert in January of 2020 and since then she has been there for me through thick and thin.

‘Even when her life gets tough she never lets it get in the way of helping others. 

‘The trust I have for her is insane and I am beyond grateful for everything she has helped me to overcome. 

‘She pulled me out of an incredibly dark place and helped me see how much life had to offer.’