On Friday 17 July, former student Kristian Thomas unveiled a commemorative plaque dedicating St Edmund’s Catholic Academy’s sports hall in his honour.

Kristian was invited to celebrate the end of term mass, where he also got to watch some stunning performances from our talented gymnasts.

Principal, Mrs Hughes said: “We are very proud of Kristian’s accomplishments as an international gymnast representing England and Great Britain. He is an inspiration to our students and has visited St Edmund’s twice since he became European Champion in March.

Kristian received a wonderful St Edmund’s welcome as he announced the opening of the Kristian Thomas Sports and Fitness Arena.

We follow Kristian’s events with great interest and wish him continuing success in the competition in autumn, prior to Rio 2016.”