On Thursday 5 March 2026, 18 outstanding students from Alton College received Scholarships for Excellence from the Alton College Foundation (ACF), marking a significant milestone in their personal and academic progression.
These Scholarships for Excellence have been awarded to Alton College students since 2002 with the aim of providing aspirational students with the financial support they need to take their studies beyond the curriculum and truly excel. This year, students received awards of between £250 and £800, made possible through the generosity of many local sponsors.
Now in its 24th year, the ACF continues to play a transformative role in the lives of students at Alton College. The Foundation’s sustained investment in Alton’s learners has totalled nearly £800,000 since its inception, providing belief, stability and a unique platform for students to grow. With 458 scholarships awarded in total to date, the programme remains a defining and unique feature of the Alton College experience, and a testament to HSDC’s commitment to aspiration and opportunity.
This year’s scholars represent a vibrant diversity of subjects and career ambitions, with the full list of winners being below:
- Jake Cherukattu – Scholarship for Excellence in Business
- Josh Allaway – The Michael Campbell Memorial Scholarship for Space Technology
- Digby Longland and Millie Mayes – The Craven Brothers Scholarships for Excellence in Engineering
- Faith Hammond – Scholarship for Excellence in History
- Olivia Teague-Collins and Edie Nancy Gaimster – Scholarships for Excellence in Law
- Matthew Fairweather – Scholarship for Excellence in Mathematics
- Lily Hammond and Phoebe Curtis – Scholarships for Excellence in Drawing
- Emily Hartwell – Scholarship for Excellence in English
- Kiara Borongan – Richard Frankel Memorial Scholarship for Excellence in Medicine
- Owen Wilson – Scholarship for Excellence in Performing Arts
- Harriet MacDonald – Peter Dilloway Memorial Scholarship for Excellence in Science
- Rosie Carr and Arthur Whish – Arts Society Alton Scholarships for Excellence in Art
- Isaac Hockham-Anayai – Scholarship for Excellence in Digital Media
- Amy Littlewood – Scholarship for Excellence in Sport
The ACF’s Managing Director, Trevor Heley, congratulated all of the winners, saying:
“Tonight, you have become part of a growing community of Scholarship recipients. We hope this award gives you confidence, supports your future success and enables you to become outstanding ambassadors for Alton College and the Foundation. To you all – well done!”
The achievements of these scholars reflect the expert teaching, tailored support and rich learning environment that define Alton College. Behind each Scholarship is a transformational story that reflects HSDC’s broader culture of ambition, one where every learner is encouraged to think bigger, challenge themselves and pursue meaningful futures.
Ashley Grute, Assistant Principal for Curriculum at Alton, said:
“We are incredibly proud of our new scholars. The Alton College Foundation Awards event was a wonderful opportunity to hear about their dedication, aspirations and passion for their subjects. We are very fortunate as a college to have this programme for our students and are extremely grateful to our amazing sponsors who support this.”
HSDC continues to make strategic, long-term investments in its curriculum, facilities and student support services, ensuring stability and laying the groundwork for the next generation of learners. The ACF Scholarships embody this mission, symbolising belief in young people, partnership with local communities and the transformative power of education.
The ACF and Alton College would like to thank the sponsors for their extremely generous support.