The former executive principal of Biddenham International School and Sports College has received an honorary degree from the University of Bedfordshire to mark his 50 years in education.
Mike Berrill, described as an ‘education powerhouse’ who has spent five decades making an impact on Bedford and wider Bedfordshire’s education system, was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Education for outstanding contribution to UK Teacher Training and School Leadership.
He was joined by graduates of the university’s Class of 2022 and broadcaster and children’s actor Andy Day – the longest-running presenter on BBC’s CBeebies channel.
Andy was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Arts in recognition of services to Broadcasting, and during his speech invited graduates to clap along to a chorus of the much-loved children’s classic, ‘If You’re Happy and You Know It’.
Upon receiving his award at St Mary’s church on the University’s Luton campus, Mike said: “It was a shock and a surprise to be put forward for this Honorary and I will absolutely treasure it.
“It has come as a pinnacle of 50 years in education and it makes me very proud to have received it.”
