Sefton Council Honours Young Achievers at Annual Superstar Awards

Sefton Council rolled out the red carpet at Aintree Racecourse on Friday night for the annual Sefton Superstar Awards celebrating the truly inspirational achievements of cared for children.

Superstar Awards categories range from Sportsperson of the Year to Unsung Hero and there we hundreds of nominations. Shortlisted children and young people attended Friday’s event with their families and carers to celebrate each other’s achievements.

Truly inspirational

Cllr Diane Roscoe, Cabinet Member for Children, Schools and Families at Sefton Council said:“It’s truly inspirational to see the amazing achievements of our talented young people.

“Our annual Sefton Superstar Awards is an opportunity to show to this brilliant group of young people that we are really proud of everything they are achieving. It’s one of my favourite events of the year.”

As well as a shiny trophy for the winners, all shortlisted children and young people received a certificate and voucher to celebrate the great achievements they are making in their lives.

Thank you

Cllr Diane Roscoe added: “I would also like to say a big thank you to The Sovini Group for sponsoring the event, which meant we were able to hold it at such a wonderful venue as Aintree Racecourse.

“And also thank you to everyone who nominated the young people and acknowledged and supported their achievements.”

As well as a shiny trophy for the winners, all shortlisted children and young people received a certificate and voucher to celebrate the great achievements they are making in their lives.

The event came just before Social Work Week which celebrates the profession of social work and recognises those professionals who work with our children, young people and families.

You can find out more about support and services for cared for children in Sefton here.