TWO Herefordshire teachers are among more than 150 from the West Midlands who have been praised for their commitment and hard work after earning a leadership qualification in preparation for the role of headteacher.

They are Christine Watkins from Holmer Primary School in Hereford and Dean Williams of Fairfield High School, Peterchurch.

The teachers were awarded with the National Professional Qualification for Headship and they will attend a graduation ceremony in Dudley on March 20.