The Child Of Sussex Awards 2025
Have a read through each of our awards, then head back to our main page HERE to nominate your choice(s)!
Gold Award – Sponsored by Clive Emson
Visit www.cliveemson.co.uk
Award criteria - do you know an extra special child who deserves some recognition, but whose story doesn't fit into any of our other categories? If so this is the one for you! We want to make deserving children feel special no matter their background, so tell us why!
Achiever Of The Year – Sponsored by Yeomans Toyota
Visit Yeomans Toyota Worthing
Award criteria - do you know a child who has achieved something amazing? Maybe they've beaten all the odds, perhaps they've worked long and hard to reach their goals, or been inspired to try something new. If you know a child who stands head and shoulders above their peers, nominate them now!
Courage Award – Sponsored by GoodOaks Homecare Mid Sussex

Visit www.goodoakshomecare.co.uk/midsussex/
Award criteria - we're looking to recognise a child who has shown tremendous spirit and bravery in the face of adversity. Someone who's beaten the odds in a tough situation, or shown strength and determination though difficult times. Give them the recognition they deserve and nominate them today.
Sporting Team of the year – Sponsored by The New Inn - 10th year of supporting!
Visit www.newinnwestfield.com
Award criteria - if you know a team who have shown huge commitment and dedication to their sport, with excellent teamwork and comradery, we'd love to hear from you. Nominate them today.
Sporting Star of the year – Sponsored by Langney Shopping Centre
Visit www.langneyshoppingcentre.co.uk
Award criteria - we want to recognise a budding sports star who has shown huge passion and dedication to their chosen sport. If you know someone who's going places in the sporting world, let us know!
Make A Difference Award – Sponsored by Bluelite Group
Visit www.bluelitegroup.com
Award criteria - if you know a child who has made a difference we want to hear from you. Maybe their actions have impacted an individual, or a group of people. Maybe they've helped someone out, started a campaign, made change happen, or shown huge passion for a cause close to their heart.
Fundraiser Award – Sponsored by Rainbow Baby Scan
Visit Rainbow Baby Scan
Award criteria - we want to celebrate a child who has shown a real passion for and commitment to charity work. Someone who is constantly getting involved in fundraising initiatives and helping good causes. If you know a child who fits this description, nominate them now.
Community Award – Sponsored by THL Accountancy
Visit www.thlaccountancy.co.uk
Award criteria - we are looking for a child who has made a real difference within their community. They may have touched the lives of many, or just a few locally. Perhaps they've shown real drive and vision to achieve something to benefit others. Tell us about them by nominating them now!
Children's Champion – Sponsored by The Butterfly Gardens
Visit www.sussexbutterflygardens.co.uk
Award criteria - a new award for this year, we are looking for a child who has made a real difference for other children, someone who has acted as a spokesperson in some way for their friends or peers, and who looks out for other kids.
Brother Of The Year – Sponsored by Sussex Freemasons
Visit www.sussexfreemasons.org.uk
Award criteria - we're looking to recognise a sibling who is very special. Maybe they provide unique support to their siblings or parents, maybe they have helped out in a special way. Nominate them today and tell us why your brother is so amazing.
Sister Of The Year – Sponsored by Sussex Freemasons
Visit www.sussexfreemasons.org.uk
Award criteria - we're looking to recognise a sibling who is very special. Maybe they provide unique support to their siblings or parents, maybe they have helped out in a special way. Nominate them today and tell us why your sister is so amazing.
Performer Of The Year – Sponsored by Claire Nash Solicitors
Visit www.clairenashsolicitors.co.uk
Award criteria - do you know a child who has a real flair for the performing arts? A real star? Whatever their special talent, we'd love to hear from you.
Caring for the Enviroment Award – Sponsored by My Choice Childrens Home
Visit www.my-choice-homes.com
Award criteria - the Environment and how we look after it and do our bit has never been more important! This award is to recognise a child that has already made a difference in helping to improve our environment in Sussex.
Inspiration Award – Sponsored by Portslade Panel Works
Visit www.portsladepanelworks.co.uk
Award criteria - another new award for this year, this one speaks for itself really. This special award is for a child that's been through so much, but inspires so many people.
Huge thanks to our headline sponsor this year - Trenchline Utilities Ltd