Mansfield student Georgia sets the silver standard with award win

Georgia Thompson-Nicholls’ hard work and dedication was celebrated at the tenth anniversary of Pearson’s annual BTEC Awards as she was named BTEC Construction Student of the Year.

She was one of only three silver medallists in the category of the awards, which attracted 460 nominations from 21 countries, and were held online and broadcast on YouTube on June 25.

Georgia, 18, from Kirkbyin-Ashfield, was nominated by tutor Adam Thompson for her dedication and commitment to her studies on the BTEC extended diploma in construction and the built environment.

Adam said: “When Georgia started on the BTEC she was a shy individual who was unsure if her studies were the correct choice.

“However, she soon blossomed and became the class ambassador for two years, where she focused on gaining more student-led activities and gave the students the chance to express their thoughts throughout the course.”

Georgia said: “I was overwhelmed at even being nominated, never mind winning a silver award.

“I feel very lucky to achieve silver – it’s a huge achievement as there were so many nominations. It felt overwhelming watching the awards ceremony and it was still brilliant being delivered online.

“I’m so grateful to Adam for putting me forward for the award and helping me gain so much confidence in construction throughout the two years on the course.

“Education was difficult for me as I had to learn to read and write the English language from the age of 11 as my family moved from Spain to the UK.

“College has inspired me to want to become a building surveyor after carrying out roles and projects in this industry.

“I’m just so proud of my achievements and I’ve had a passion for construction since year ten and latterly at college.

“To get this silver award truly completes my achievements and it will hopefully lead me to the future career I really want.”