The Bradford & District Schools Awards are back this Thursday for a second year, to recognise the very best in education across the city. Today the three shortlisted nominees in each category are revealed.

On our category shortlist pages you will see the nominees for each of our 12 categories. The judging panel had a tough job narrowing the entries down to just three, and there was often little between those who made the grade and those who just lost out - such is the quality of work being done by schools, individuals and teams of people.

We have awards for the best teachers at secondary and nursery/primary level. We have awards for the schools that demonstrate the most innovative projects. Schools that team up with business are being honoured, as are those who have demonstrated improvement.

There are awards for those important people who keep the schools running in all weathers and in all circumstances - the support staff, and awards for those who lead their schools to ever greater heights.