Students had their moment to shine as singers, dancers, gymnasts, and musicians took to the stage for St Clement’s High School's first ever Talent Show.

A variety of acts performed throughout the evening, representing students of all ages at our school, which is part of the West Norfolk Academies Trust.

A professional stage had been hired for the event, and there was also a guest judge from the world of entertainment in the form of Adam Tucker, who provided the singing voice for the young Robbie Williams in the biographical musical Better Man.

Our Headteacher, Nigel Willingham, was impressed with the breadth of talent on show.

“There were 17 different acts, ranging from ballet to heavy rock guitar,” he said. “Students of all year groups took part, including Year 11s who have recently completed their GCSE exams.

“The judges and the audience voted for their favourite acts, and the top three acts received gift vouchers presented by Adam Tucker.

“Mr Tucker told the audience he got his first taste of entertainment performing in a school talent show, so he hoped the evening would inspire some future careers.”

Head of History Anton Modica organised and co-hosted the event with Head of Music Jo Kemp and Dance Teacher Amira O’Neill.

“Our first Talent Show Final was a massive success for students and audience alike,” he said. “We were entering a bit of an unknown, but there needn’t have been any worries. The performers were outstanding with confidence, talent, and star quality.

“The range of performances was also really exciting, from singing to dancing, gymnastics to piano, and some serious rocking out to drums and electric guitar, rounded off with a soothing sound of the clarinet – a real variety.”

Around 300 people attended the Talent Show, while others supporting the event included Governor Kevin Baldwin, and staff members who helped with refreshments and raffle tickets on the night, as well as auditions prior to the Final.

Mr Modica continued: “As teachers, we get to know our students very well, but going through this process has taught us things we had no idea about. So many auditions, we thought, ‘Wow! Where was that hidden?’

“I knew there must be students with particular skills and talents within a school of 700-plus students, and I know we’ve only scratched the surface here, as we go forward with this new staple of our school’s calendar.”

The act with the most votes on the night was Year 7 duo Winnie and Lily, who sang ‘Sk8er Boi’, with Lily on drums, to win the inaugural St Clement’s Talent Show Trophy. The two also had their names added to a Talent Show Shield, and received Amazon gift vouchers.

Mr Modica added: “Sometimes, in education, we can get a little too caught up in data, targets, and assessments.

“Events like this remind us that we’re working with incredible young people, full of surprises, joy, happiness, and talent, and being brave enough to get on that stage is what defines them and leaves memories and legacies far beyond a grade in Year 11.

“Congratulations to all of our performers – we’re looking forward to 2027!”