25 May 2023

Five Fulham young people honoured by Coldstream Guards

Five young people received prestigious Coldstream Guards statuettes.

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Children and young people

Fulham Cross Girls School pupils receive their Coldstream Guard Statuettes

Five young people from Fulham have received prestigious Coldstream Guards statuettes for their achievements.

The hardworking teens from Fulham Cross Girl’s School were awarded the statuettes, to display at school, by Major Rudy Vandaele-Kennedy and Captain Henry Willis at a special assembly earlier this month. They each also received personal awards for their achievements.

The Coldstream Guards, 17 Company, are the borough’s armed forces reserves based at the Princess Louise House in Hammersmith Road, Hammersmith.

Working in partnership with H&F Council, the Guards celebrate local students for their academic and sporting achievements, social contributions, and efforts in overcoming adversity.

“The Coldstream Guards Awards are a fantastic way to celebrate the hard work, dedication, talent and commitment of H&F’s young people,” said Cllr Daryl Brown, Deputy Mayor of H&F. “And I want to congratulate everyone who received an award, they’re greatly deserved.”

Above and beyond

Ealaf Al-Najar, 14, received a social contributions award for her hard work in the school eco-club where she created an eco-wellbeing garden and organised a school dance to raise money for children’s charity UNICEF.

“Receiving a Coldstream Guards Award in assembly was brilliant,” said Ealaf. “It was really exciting, and it definitely encouraged me to do more and empowered me to strive for similar achievements.”

Sariah Brown, 16, received a statuette for her sporting achievements in rowing, including volunteering at Fulham Reach Boat Club.

Mary Hay, 12, won the academic achievements award for consistently going above and beyond during her lessons.

Amelie Granjean, 13, received a statuette for her social contributions. She was nominated for taking part in as many extra-curricular activities as possible.

And Ayomide Jacobson, 14, was named the Overcoming Adversity award winner. Ayomide was nominated for her work as a young career, showing resilience despite the challenges she faces, and her 100 per cent attendance at school despite.

Victoria Tully, Head of Fulham Cross Girls schools said: “We are so proud of our girls and it’s wonderful to have such public recognition for their achievements.”