Introducing The Shaw Award

In March 2021, Ted Shaw, a former pupil, reached out to Holcombe Grammar School. Mr. Shaw informed the school that his brother, Nevil Shaw, was a student there in the 1960s. Nevil put in a lot of effort and eventually earned a spot at Swansea University, but he tragically passed away at the young age of 19 and was never able to take up his position there.

The Nevil Shaw Award was established by the school in Nevil's memory to recognise a student each year who best represents all the school stands for.

Mr. Shaw explained that he was in poor health and wanted to know if the award was still being given out at the school when he contacted the institution. Unfortunately, the award had ceased due to changes in leadership over the years. Ted worked closely with the school to create a new prize to be introduced to Holcombe and ensure that his brother's memory would continue to be honoured. At the end of each academic year, one student will receive the Nevil Shaw Award in recognition of their commitment to their studies and hard work, as well as for embodying the school's core principles.

Sadly, Ted Shaw passed away in late 2021. Ted specified in his will that he wanted the award to be brought back to Holcombe Grammar School. With this, he generously donated £1,000 to the school, covering the prizes for the winning student each year for the following 20 years.

In light of this, Holcombe Grammar School is pleased to present The Shaw Award, which honours both Nevil and Ted.