Clifton Carnegie Contest 2025

The library and the English department teamed up to shadow the novels shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal, the UK’s oldest and most prestigious award in writing for young people.

The challenge culminated in a competitive inter-class contest for Year 9, adjudicated by former Carnegie judge Jenny Jones and writer, director and actor Maria Pointer.

Seven groups took to the stage and performed with gusto, really capturing the spirits of the texts.

Mrs Cuesta’s class took the top spot for their polished presentation on Little Bang by Kelly McCaughrain. The judges praised their use of staging, props and projections to produce a persuasive and dramatic presentation.

The competition took place a day before the winner of the 2025 Carnegie Medal was announced; this year’s award went to its youngest ever winner: Margaret McDonald for Glasgow Boys.

Well done to everyone that took part!