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Our Achievement Awards recognise alumnae who are making an exceptional impact in their professions, communities and beyond.
We know our alumnae are achieving remarkable things in a wide variety of fields. Whether advancing research, championing social causes, excelling in the arts or sport, leading in business or making a difference through service to others, we want to celebrate your achievements and inspire future generations of pupils and alumnae.
Do you know an alumna whose accomplishments deserve recognition? You can nominate as many alumnae as you wish and help us shine a light on the outstanding women in our community.
Nominations can be submitted by an alumna themselves, a fellow alumna, a family member or friend. We can’t wait to hear how our alumnae are making a difference in the world.
Chantal Bryan (Suffield-Jones, DH 1995)
Trustee, Teach Us Too
Chantal was recognised for her work with Teach Us Too, a charity she set up with her son, Jonathan. The charity challenges attitudes based on labels, influences educational practice, encourages ambition and shares good practice.
Theo Clarke (DH 2003)
Vice Chair, United Nations Association UK. Form MP, Author & Podcaster
Theo Clarke has been a prominent spokesperson for women since her election in 2019 as MP for Stafford. In her new podcast and book Breaking the Taboo, she hopes to break the taboo surrounding birth trauma, and start a national conversation that is long overdue.
Winky Skevington (Lee, DH 1994)
CEO, The Hummingbird Initiative
Winky set up The Hummingbird Initiative in Kenya. So far, over 3,000 pupils have benefitted from educational development, 963 farms have a constant supply of water for irrigation, and 25% of inhabitants have water piped to their homes.
Louise Thompson (DH 2008)
Author & Campaigner
Louise has founded several successful businesses and developed a loyal following with candid social posts on wellness and motherhood. Her first book, Lucky: Learning to Live Again shares her journey back to health following the traumatic birth of her first child, and how she has reframed her experience to find joy in life.
Sophie Shipton (DH 2014)
Lead Caseworker at Redemption Roasters
Sophie's nominee said: "The type of role Sophie is undertaking demonstrates inspirational bravery and empathy which Downe House should be championing!"
Jessie Robinson (DH 2014)
Senior Burns Physiotherapist
Jessie’s nominee said: "She is kind and selfless, and puts everyone before herself. Her ambition is to work as a physiotherapist in major trauma in disaster zones all across the world & I have no doubt that she will do just that."
Siobhán Hewlett (DH 2000)
Director, Writer, Actor, Producer
Siobhán’s nominee said: “Siobhán deserves to win an alumnae award because she has the spirit of the Downe House girl in her life - using her fierce intelligence for the greater good as an award-winning actress on stage & screen and recently screenwriter."
Dr Lucy King (DH 1995)
Zoologist
Lucy’s nominee said: “Dr Lucy King has blazed a trail in developing and promoting nature-based solutions to human-wildlife conflict in Africa & around the world, for which I think she thoroughly deserves recognition through these awards."
Jennifer Murray (Mather) (DH 1957)
Helicopter pilot
Jennifer’s nominee said: “Helicopter pilot Jennifer Murray became the first woman to successfully fly round the world in a helicopter on 8 August 1997."
