Darllenwch y dudalen hon yn Gymraeg
Food and Fun recently celebrated 10 years supporting families across Wales.
The Food and Fun programme started as a pilot by Cardiff Council to help children during school holidays. The programme now runs in schools across the whole country, delivered by the Welsh Local Government Association.
Winners of the awards were:
- Council Co-ordinator: Paul Williams, Neath Port Talbot Youth Service
- Co-ordinator award scheme: Sabrina Amor, Herbertt Thompson Primary School
- Scheme Staff award: Luke Cross Ysgol Cwm Brombil
- Catering award: Sarah Lever and Caroline Clatworthy, Bridgend Catering
- Volunteer Award: Harri and Sion Colthard, Ysgol Calon y Cymoedd
- Health Board Award: Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
- Sports Coach Awards: MonLife
- Working together award: Neyland Community Primary School
- School Impact Award: Gemma Ness Ysgol Awel Y Mor
- Outstanding Contribution award: Angharad Williams Ysgol y Gogarth, Chantelle Matthias Howardian Primary School
- Children’s Choice award: Justin Johnson Torfaen Play
We asked Gemma Ness, Ysgol Awel y Môr, winner of the School Impact Award, to tell us about her journey.
“The anticipation began long before the event, it started with an unexpected email. Excitement, and a little nervous energy began to unfold.
The days before were filled with laughter and banter around potentially giving a speech. Although i was personally nominated it was for us. There’s no I in team.
The morning of the event was a steady one. The journey itself was a mix of reflection and excitement. When I arrived, the atmosphere was calm. The room set up was fabulous! This felt official and special.
Then my name was called up for School Impact Winner in Wales. I was in genuine shock. As I proceeded to collect the award, I could hear the audience erupt.
When I returned home, I shared the news with my Family, my eldest child gave me a high five. I did not expect to see such beautiful comments all echoing the same “You deserve it”.
Sharing the achievement with everyone at Awel Y Môr Primary School was a proud unforgettable moment. This wasn’t just my achievement – it was ours.”