produced the national programme to celebrate the fortieth anniversary of the Queen's accession to the throne, and created The Queen's Anniversary Prizes for Higher and Further Education. Find out more about the Trust, its origins and the trustees.

reward universities and colleges that demonstrate work of a world-class standard of excellence. The winning entries highlight the breadth of our educational institutions' contribution to the well-being of the nation.
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Developments in the progress of the Trust and the Prizes scheme.
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The registered address of the Royal Anniversary Trust is The Royal Anniversary Trust, PO Box 51, East Horsley, Surrey, KT24 6YG.

The London offices of the Royal Anniversary Trust and The Queen's Anniversary Prizes are located at Sanctuary Buildings (6th Floor), Great Smith Street, London SW1P 3BT. For further contact details please see the contact page.

The twenty winners comprise fourteen universities and six colleges including one sixth form college. The content of the university entries is diverse and embraces design and manufacturing, applied science, healthcare, the humanities and environmental conservation. From further education the work being recognised covers achievement in the areas of social cohesion and outreach to the community, and pathways to employment and higher education.  All winners are distinguished by work of outstanding excellence, and reflect the United Kingdom's world class position as an education provider.
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Excellence in education is found throughout universities and colleges in the UK. Find out more about The Queen's Anniversary Prizes scheme and its entry requirements...