Third place schools’ competition winners commended

The competition, which received over 4,000 entries, called for pupils across Northern Ireland (NI) to put their artistic abilities to the test.

UFU deputy president, John McLenaghan, extended a vote of congratulations to prize-winners and everyone who took part in this year’s competition.

“I want to wish all winners and participants a massive congratulations for taking part in this year’s competition. It was immensely competitive once again with over 4,000 entries and each one showing a great deal of effort, care and creativity,” said Mr McLenaghan. “Unfortunately, a lot of children are unaware of where their food comes from and it is important that we change this narrative, helping pupils to understand the ‘Grow it, know it, eat it!’ narrative, and the labour that farmers put into producing the high-quality produce that they enjoy eating daily.”

Third place winners of BOIOFW schools’ competition 2026 are:

Special school: Brody Kennedy, Buddy Bear Trust Conductive Learning Education School.

Foundation (Playgroup, Nursery and Pre-School): Charlie Crawford, Enniskillen Integrated Nursery.

Foundation (P1 and P2): Jack, Cortamlet PS.

Key Stage 1: Heidi Pollock from Ballytober PS.

Key Stage 2: Constance Baird, Anahilt PS.