STUDENTS with 'exceptional character' were awarded at an Oscar-style ceremony earlier this month. 

Some 55 pupils at Worle Community School Academy saw their hard work and dedication culminate into a special gong at a glitzy evening in Weston. 

The event at the Winter Gardens also saw students pick up awards for academic achievement and 'good deeds'.

Archie Matthews won the Jack Clark and the Outstanding Contribution to School Life Award, while Ginny Rulli-Gibbs won the Gill McLorinan Music Achievement Award.

Among dozens of other gongs dished out, Lexie Churchill achieved the Laboratory Champion of the Year Award. 

Oliver Massey was also crowned Jill Dando News journalist of the year.

Principal Jacqui Scott, said: “Well done to each and every one of these students.

"They have been exceptional in so many ways and it was wonderful to be able to celebrate with them and their families.”