Retford based education supplier The School Planner Company Ltd is celebrating it’s success at the prestigious Education Resource Awards having been named Supplier of the Year (£1m to £3m turnover).  The winner’s trophy was presented by TV’s Paul Ross at a gala event attended by over 600 educators and suppliers at the National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham on Friday 10th March.

Paul noted that The School Planner Company’s customers were full of praise, not only for the useful and attractive products, but also for their friendly and ‘outstanding customer care at all levels’.

Now in their eighth successful year, The Education Resource Awards highlight the quality and diversity of educational products and resources, excellent educational establishments and the most dedicated members of the teaching profession and supplies industry, all working to encourage the very best in education.  The twenty-five judges were looking for those resources, services and people that really make an impact on learning and the day-to-day work of teachers in the classroom.

The award was received by Libby White and Claire Murray.  “We are absolutely delighted to receive such significant recognition,” said Libby, Customer Care Manager.  “I’d like to thank the eighteen members of the team at Retford.  They are all totally committed to what we do and always go the extra mile for our customers.”  Just weeks ago, the company achieved Investor in People status recognising good leadership and commitment to staff as well as its customers.

The School Planner Company has established itself as the leading supplier of bespoke products for schools, including student planners and yearbooks.  With it’s no compromise approach to customer service and product choice, it is continuing to enjoy very strong growth, with innovative new products being launched on a regular basis.  “The directors are committed to sustainable growth,” says Nick White, Managing Director.  “Our research programmes ensure that we bring technologies into the business which keep us ahead of the market and our competitors.”  The company has a very bright and exciting future!

The School Planner Company were also finalists in the ERA Awards 2007