Three students from St Bonaventure’s School, have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to the community and good citizenship at the 2025 Brentwood Catholic Schools Good Citizenship Awards. The awards were presented by The Rt Rev Bishop Alan Williams SM, Bishop of Brentwood.

The award recipients: Zariel (Year 7), Quincy (Year 10), and Ajay (Year 12), come from different year groups but share a strong sense of kindness, resilience, and care for those around them, both in school and in the wider community.

Zariel, a Year 7 student, has been part of St Bonaventure’s for just under one year, yet he already exemplifies the school’s core values in an exceptional way. He has shown remarkable courage, emotional maturity, and a strong sense of empathy. Zariel is especially known for his compassion, consistently going out of his way to support fellow students during lessons in various subjects. His kindness, patience, and quiet humility have not only uplifted those around him but have also made a lasting impression on staff and peers alike.

Quincy, in Year 10, lives out all seven of the school’s core virtues: Faith, Hope, Charity, Integrity, Courage, Humility, and Kinship. He is caring and supportive to friends and family alike, and his positive attitude and dedication to his studies are truly inspiring. Always respectful and polite, Quincy is a role model to his peers and a source of pride for the entire school community.

Ajay, a Year 12 student, is recognised for his passion for learning and his determination to succeed. He is a resilient and hardworking student who never fails to encourage others. Ajay’s positive outlook, loyalty, and consistent support for his peers make him an invaluable member of the school community.