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Recognition and awards
At BESA, we are proud to celebrate the excellence, innovation, and dedication that drive the UK education sector. Our awards honour the achievements of suppliers who are transforming education, equipping schools, colleges, and nurseries with the tools they need to succeed.
BESA Awards
Celebrating Excellence in UK Educational Suppliers
Created to mark BESA’s 90th anniversary, the BESA Awards celebrate the passion, commitment, and creativity of UK educational suppliers. These awards are open to all, providing an opportunity for both established industry leaders and niche providers to showcase their contributions to shaping the future of education.
Why enter the BESA Awards?
The BESA Awards recognise exceptional achievements within the UK education supplier sector, shining a spotlight on those who innovate, inspire, and deliver solutions that make a lasting impact in education.
By participating, suppliers join a distinguished group of organisations committed to improving education. Winners demonstrate their dedication to excellence, enhancing their reputation as providers of trusted, high-quality solutions.
Find out about past winners, entry dates, and categories:
The Bett Awards
Recognising Innovation in Educational Technology
The Bett Awards are one of the most prestigious accolades in the education sector, celebrating creativity and innovation in educational technology.
As the founders of the Bett Show in 1985, BESA continues to maintain a strong partnership with Bett, supporting the Bett Awards to highlight excellence in EdTech.
Why the Bett Awards matter
Each year, the Bett Awards recognise the companies and resources that inspire educators, delivering transformative solutions to schools, nurseries, and special schools. Winners are celebrated for their ability to focus on what truly works in the classroom, creating tools that improve learning outcomes.
As part of Bett, the world’s largest showcase of education technology, these awards set the standard for global excellence.
Exclusive Benefits for BESA Members
BESA members receive a 10% discount on entry to the Bett Awards, giving you the chance to amplify your innovations to a worldwide audience.
Join the community
Whether you’re joining us as a Full Member or subscribing to the Launchpad programme, your business will need to meet our membership criteria and sign up to our Code of Practice. Take the next step and see what is involved in this commitment.
