A Cornish teacher has been honoured by a top university for his outstanding teaching.
Tim Johnson, from Redruth School, was one of just 12 people nationally to receive a University of Oxford Inspirational Teachers Award.
He was nominated by first-year Oxford undergraduate Rebecca Rundle, a former Redruth School student.
Oxford's vice-chancellor Professor Andrew Hamilton, who presented the award, said: "It's hard to over-estimate the impact a good teacher can have in encouraging and raising the aspirations of students over the course of their careers.
"Winning a place at Oxford takes hard work and dedication, and having the support of a committed teacher is for many students what makes the difference in pushing them to apply and make the strongest application they can.
"I hope this award will send the message that students and universities recognise how valuable the role of a supportive teacher can be."
Oxford's award scheme, now in its third year, recognises the crucial role teachers and careers advisors play in encouraging talented students in their schools or colleges.
A selection of current first-year Oxford undergraduates were asked to nominate teachers who inspired them to apply to Oxford, fostered their passion for a particular subject or supported them through the application process. The students were all from selected UK state schools or colleges with a limited history and tradition of sending students to Oxford.
Rebecca, who is studying history at Merton College, said: "Mr Johnson for me is one of the greatest things about Redruth School. "In terms of helping me with my application to university, especially Oxford, he was truly invaluable, and I honestly believe that I would not be here at Oxford without him.
"As a history teacher he initially fuelled my love for the subject when he began teaching me in year 9, and he helped me to realise my true potential every step of the way through the Oxford admissions process."
Mr Johnson described his award as "a great honour". He said: "It is always very nice to know that as a teacher you have had a positive impact on a student's life, and that they remember you for it.
"Rebecca Rundle could have chosen any number of her teachers from Redruth School, all of whom, on a daily basis go above and beyond what can normally be expected of them.
"I gratefully accept this award, not just for myself, but on behalf of and in recognition of all the hard work and dedication shown by both students and staff in trying to achieve the best for our school."
Tim Johnson, from Redruth School, was one of just 12 people nationally to receive a University of Oxford Inspirational Teachers Award.
He was nominated by first-year Oxford undergraduate Rebecca Rundle, a former Redruth School student.
Oxford's vice-chancellor Professor Andrew Hamilton, who presented the award, said: "It's hard to over-estimate the impact a good teacher can have in encouraging and raising the aspirations of students over the course of their careers.
"Winning a place at Oxford takes hard work and dedication, and having the support of a committed teacher is for many students what makes the difference in pushing them to apply and make the strongest application they can.
"I hope this award will send the message that students and universities recognise how valuable the role of a supportive teacher can be."
Oxford's award scheme, now in its third year, recognises the crucial role teachers and careers advisors play in encouraging talented students in their schools or colleges.
A selection of current first-year Oxford undergraduates were asked to nominate teachers who inspired them to apply to Oxford, fostered their passion for a particular subject or supported them through the application process. The students were all from selected UK state schools or colleges with a limited history and tradition of sending students to Oxford.
Rebecca, who is studying history at Merton College, said: "Mr Johnson for me is one of the greatest things about Redruth School. "In terms of helping me with my application to university, especially Oxford, he was truly invaluable, and I honestly believe that I would not be here at Oxford without him.
"As a history teacher he initially fuelled my love for the subject when he began teaching me in year 9, and he helped me to realise my true potential every step of the way through the Oxford admissions process."
Mr Johnson described his award as "a great honour". He said: "It is always very nice to know that as a teacher you have had a positive impact on a student's life, and that they remember you for it.
"Rebecca Rundle could have chosen any number of her teachers from Redruth School, all of whom, on a daily basis go above and beyond what can normally be expected of them.
"I gratefully accept this award, not just for myself, but on behalf of and in recognition of all the hard work and dedication shown by both students and staff in trying to achieve the best for our school."
