Educator of the Year

EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR

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This category is open to individual entry & nomination.

Entrants to this category are master nail technicians that are currently active in teaching a recognised, accredited nail course/courses in a classroom environment.

The Educator of the Year is a UK or ROI college-based tutor, course leaders or brand educator who commenced their teaching – whether full or part-time – on or before 1 February 2023 (two years ago). This award is for an inspirational and engaging nail educator who is committed to raising nail industry standards.

The educator must have successfully educated at least 20 students to gain a UK/ROI recognised nail qualification (online or offline) from 1 February 2024 – 1 February 2025.

If you do not teach in a classroom setting, but educate via online means, enter the Online Educator of the Year category instead.

PSST! Are you part of an outstanding team of educators? Consider entering the Nail Team of the Year category, too!

JUDGING

Once the entry deadline has passed on 10 March 2025, all entries will be judged and five finalists in this category will be announced on 18 April 2025.

These finalists will be required to submit a 30-minute lesson recording. All instructions and details will be sent to finalists after 18 April.

Judges will score against a number of criteria. The scores will be tallied to determine the winner of this category who will be announced at the Scratch Stars Party on Sunday 6 July 2025.