Caterham Shortlisted for Prestigious Innovator of the Year Award

Caterham School has been recognised for groundbreaking contributions to educational technology, earning a coveted spot as a shortlisted nominee for the EdTech Innovator of the Year Award at the National Schools Awards 2024. The awards cover all UK schools across the independent and state-maintained sectors.

The final winners will be announced at a ceremony to be held at the House of Lords on Tuesday, 3 December. Over 250 education pioneers, including senior leaders, schools, and multi-academy trusts, will gather to celebrate the exceptional achievements that have shaped UK education. The judging panel will select the winner from three finalists, including Caterham, who have initiated the most forward-thinking and transformative technology in school settings.

The Innovator of the Year award celebrates individuals and schools that have revolutionised the use of EdTech to enhance learning, support staff, and improve overall school efficiency. Caterham has been shortlisted for its work on RileyBot, the first AI teaching and learning bot suitable for children from Reception to Upper Sixth. Purpose built with children in mind, RileyBot supports children’s learning by behaving like a teaching assistant rather than simply doing the work for children, like more mainstream AI models which remove key learning benefits. RileyBot is now in action in state-maintained primary schools and prep schools, having first launched at Caterham prep and senior schools, and Copthorne Prep.

The National Schools Awards continues to shine a spotlight on excellence in education, fostering inspiration and celebrating the relentless commitment of educators across the UK.