Leicester High School Bursar Wins ABLE Operational Excellence Award 2026

Leicester High School for Girls is delighted to congratulate Bursar Stefanie Shaw on receiving a prestigious award at the Association of Business Leaders in Education (ABLE) School Business Leader Recognition Awards 2026.
Stefanie was named Winner of the Operational Excellence Award, recognising her outstanding contribution to the school and her commitment to ensuring the highest standards of operational management.
The award celebrates school business leaders who make a significant impact behind the scenes, supporting the delivery of excellent education through effective leadership, innovation and operational expertise.
Headteacher John Partridge said:
We are absolutely delighted that Stefanie's contribution has been recognised through this award. Her professionalism, expertise and commitment to excellence have had a significant impact on Leicester High School, and she has played a key role in driving improvements across many areas of our operations. We are fortunate to have an exceptional support staff team, and under Stefanie's leadership that team makes an enormous contribution to the daily life and success of the school. This recognition is thoroughly deserved, and we are incredibly proud of her achievement.
Stefanie received the award at the ABLE School Business Leader Recognition Awards ceremony, which celebrates excellence among school business professionals from across the education sector.