23 Sep 2025
The new all-weather pitch at Katherine Warington School has been recognised with a Certificate of Merit from the Harpenden Society.
The award commemorates the significant contribution the facility has made to both the school and the wider community since its opening in early 2024.
School business manager Dean Inns said: “We are incredibly proud and grateful to be recognised by the Harpenden Society with this prestigious award. The all-weather pitch was a major project for us and wouldn’t have been possible without the financial support of the Football Foundation, and this award is a testament to the vision and hard work that went into creating a facility that benefits so many. It has been a game-changer for our students, allowing them to train and play sports year-round, regardless of the weather.”
Beyond the school’s gates, the facility has become a valuable community asset as KWS has partnered with local sports clubs to ensure the facility is utilised to its full potential, including local football club Wheathampstead Wanderer.
The Harpenden Society’s Certificate of Merit is awarded annually to projects that demonstrate a high standard of design and a positive contribution to the local environment and community. The selection panel commended the Katherine Warington School for the thoughtful design and the extensive community access provided by the new pitch.
Awards secretary Ron Taylor said: “The Katherine Warington School all-weather pitch is an excellent example of a project that serves both its primary users and the wider community. The Society was impressed not only by the quality of the facility but also by the school’s commitment to making it accessible to local groups. It is a deserving recipient of our Certificate of Merit.”
