6 May 2025, 16:01Watford, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Stanborough Primary School Wins the Prestigious Michael O'Mara Award at the Global Canvas 2025
We are truly blessed and incredibly happy to announce that Stanborough Primary School has been awarded the Michael O'Mara Award at the Global Canvas 2025: David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation Art Competition. This recognition is incredible, and we could not be more proud of our students, who poured their hearts and creativity into this meaningful project tilted: Wildlife Through our Eyes – The World is in Your Hands.
This year’s theme, “Coexistence – how can humans and wildlife live in harmony?”, is one that resonates deeply with us as a school, we sit within the 40 acres of Stanborough Park, surrounded by nature's beauty and that all of creation is part of Gods plan for us. God created this world with a perfect balance, where humans and wildlife can coexist in harmony, each playing a vital role in the ecosystem. We give all thanks and glory to God for His beautiful creation and the opportunity to share our vision of coexistence through art. We were inspired by these words from the Bible, "And God said, Let the earth bring forth the living creature after his kind, cattle, and creeping thing, and beast of the earth after his kind: and it was so." (Genesis 1:24)
This verse beautifully reflects God’s intentional design for coexistence, where every creature has its place, and all living things were created in harmony.
The award ceremony highlighted Michael O'Mara’s praise for our entry, stating:
"This year, Michael O'Mara chose Stanborough Primary School as their winner. They shared the following on why this piece stood out to them:
'They really liked how their energy reflected the wildlife of the children's local area. From red kites and field mice to butterflies and fungi, the children have clearly studied the plants and animals really closely, and their attention to detail in the drawings is so impressive. We love how you can spot something new each time you look at the entry. We thought this was a brilliant group effort with each child contributing something different to the collage. Well done to Stanborough Primary School.'"
The true essence of this award lies in our students’ dedication to capturing God’s creation. Each child contributed a unique element to our collage, reflecting not only their creativity but also their deep understanding of the diverse creatures that share our world. Through their artwork, they have honoured the beauty and intricacy of God’s design, showing how, just as He intended, humans and wildlife can coexist in a balanced and harmonious way.
With over 3,000 entries from 80 countries around the world, to be named as the Michael O'Mara Award winner is a true honour. We feel blessed to have been able to share this vision of coexistence on such a global platform.
If you would like to witness the moment we were recognised, you can visit the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation website to watch the awards ceremony and see us featured among the top entrants and as well as winning this prestigious award.
Admissions Now Open!
We are excited to welcome new families to Stanborough Primary, where children are inspired to thrive in a nurturing environment built on faith, creativity, and respect for God’s creation. Spaces are available across all year groups, and we are proud to offer 30 hours of nursery funding for eligible families. Please note that school fees apply where applicable.
Take the first step in joining our wonderful community – book your personalised school tour today and experience firsthand what makes Stanborough Primary such a special place for learning and growth.
We are truly blessed and incredibly happy to announce that Stanborough Primary School has been awarded the Michael O'Mara Award at the Global Canvas 2025: David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation Art Competition. This recognition is incredible, and we could not be more proud of our students, who poured their hearts and creativity into this meaningful project tilted: Wildlife Through our Eyes – The World is in Your Hands.
This year’s theme, “Coexistence – how can humans and wildlife live in harmony?”, is one that resonates deeply with us as a school, we sit within the 40 acres of Stanborough Park, surrounded by nature's beauty and that all of creation is part of Gods plan for us. God created this world with a perfect balance, where humans and wildlife can coexist in harmony, each playing a vital role in the ecosystem. We give all thanks and glory to God for His beautiful creation and the opportunity to share our vision of coexistence through art. We were inspired by these words from the Bible, "And God said, Let the earth bring forth the living creature after his kind, cattle, and creeping thing, and beast of the earth after his kind: and it was so." (Genesis 1:24)
This verse beautifully reflects God’s intentional design for coexistence, where every creature has its place, and all living things were created in harmony.
The award ceremony highlighted Michael O'Mara’s praise for our entry, stating:
"This year, Michael O'Mara chose Stanborough Primary School as their winner. They shared the following on why this piece stood out to them:
'They really liked how their energy reflected the wildlife of the children's local area. From red kites and field mice to butterflies and fungi, the children have clearly studied the plants and animals really closely, and their attention to detail in the drawings is so impressive. We love how you can spot something new each time you look at the entry. We thought this was a brilliant group effort with each child contributing something different to the collage. Well done to Stanborough Primary School.'"
The true essence of this award lies in our students’ dedication to capturing God’s creation. Each child contributed a unique element to our collage, reflecting not only their creativity but also their deep understanding of the diverse creatures that share our world. Through their artwork, they have honoured the beauty and intricacy of God’s design, showing how, just as He intended, humans and wildlife can coexist in a balanced and harmonious way.
With over 3,000 entries from 80 countries around the world, to be named as the Michael O'Mara Award winner is a true honour. We feel blessed to have been able to share this vision of coexistence on such a global platform.
If you would like to witness the moment we were recognised, you can visit the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation website to watch the awards ceremony and see us featured among the top entrants and as well as winning this prestigious award.
Admissions Now Open!
We are excited to welcome new families to Stanborough Primary, where children are inspired to thrive in a nurturing environment built on faith, creativity, and respect for God’s creation. Spaces are available across all year groups, and we are proud to offer 30 hours of nursery funding for eligible families. Please note that school fees apply where applicable.
Take the first step in joining our wonderful community – book your personalised school tour today and experience firsthand what makes Stanborough Primary such a special place for learning and growth.
