A PRIZE in memory of a former Forest science teacher has been won by a local teenager.

Oliver Hopkins-Phillips from Lydney, who completed his A-Levels at Gloucestershire College (GC), was selected to receive the £400 Quayle Science Prize.

The Quayle Science Prize is awarded annually by Forest of Dean-based charity, The Bell’s Foundation.

It is given in memory of Mr G Quayle, a well-respected science tea­cher who taught at both Bell’s Grammar School and the Royal Forest of Dean Grammar School during his 30 year career.

Oliver won the award for his commitment and perseverance to his A-Level studies.

He achieved A-Level passes in environmental science and photography, as well as achieving a Level Three diploma in IT.

Oliver was nominated for the award by GC Environmental Science lecturer, Tracy Lambert.

She said: “Oliver was a focused, motivated and conscientious GC student, whose attendance was excellent and who met every deadline.

“He overcame challenges with determination and worked hard to achieve his predicted grades.

“This was particularly evident in his second year when he grew into a mature and confident young man.”

The former Lakers School student is now employed as a transport planning technician at engineering company CH2M.