A Leamington school has been named as the winner of the School Stories Awards 2026.

Arnold Lodge, received the award for its Lodge Actually video on 18 March 2026.

The video was a heartfelt one released in December (2025) and inspired by some of the best bits from the Christmas classic, Love Actually.

The School Stories Awards are presented by Interactive Schools, and celebrate the best storytelling, digital marketing, and community engagement by schools on social media and other platforms.

Arnold Lodge shared: "Our goal with Lodge Actually was to create a follow-up to last year's Lodge Alone - a fun and heartwarming new tradition at Christmas. To see it blow up once again and resonate with so many across the world is incredibly humbling.

"Many thanks to Interactive Schools for naming us, and congratulations to all other winning and commended schools - including our sister Stratford Preparatory School for winning Best Sports/Athletics Story! "

Arnold Lodge was also recognised in serval other categories.

The school was awarded 'Best use of Facebook' and won bronze in 'Best use of YouTube,' 'Best Family Story' and 'Best Staff Story.'

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Lodge Actually can be watched here.

Find out more about Arnold Lodge or get in touch here.

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