Liverpool pupil, 11-year-old Suhan Potta, emerged as one of the standout winners of the British Youth International College (BYITC) Inspire Awards 2026.

The awards ceremony, which took place on Saturday, 20 June, brought together over 100 attendees to recognise the achievements of 29 students from across the UK and Ireland. Award categories included: 

• She Power Awards
• International Maths Olympiad
• Abacus Programme graduation

Rohini Sharma Joshi OBE, Kiran Sagar, Harminder Berman, and Charan Gill MBE judged the awards.

Suhan is an Abacus Programme graduate and attends St Nicholas Catholic Academy, part of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust (SJCMAT). 

Suhan’s parents, Sridhar and Sahithi, said: “This achievement shows what can happen when determination meets the right guidance. We are grateful to BYITC for helping Suhan turn challenges into strengths.”

Dr Rashmi Mantri, founder of BYITC, said: “It was fantastic to see such a strong cohort at this year’s Inspire Awards and congrats to Suhan. These young learners have shown exceptional dedication not only in developing their maths and academic skills, but also in building confidence, leadership, and determination. They are wonderful role models for other children in the community.”

 
The Inspire Awards ceremony recognised achievements across multiple disciplines. Pupils excelled in the ninth International Maths Olympiad and BYITC’s Supermaths Abacus Programme. They also demonstrated leadership and creativity through the She Power Awards. 

The event celebrated the importance of community, family support, and inspiring young minds to reach their full potential.