Not just a fantastic educator, but someone who inspires, encourages and motivates children to learn.

Teachers sculpt the lives of future generations and this award offers a chance to those who are making sure Sussex schools are producing the leaders of tomorrow.

They could be cool and know how to relate to even the most disinterested child, use teaching methods that really engage or work tirelessly to make sure your child has the best chance as they grow.

If they make the pupils look forward to lessons, we want to know about them.

All those nominated for this award will appear below as they are received so make sure to get your nominations in and keep visiting the site for updates

This year more than ever we need you the readers to tell us who you think should win.

We want to hear as much detail about your nominations as possible so feel free to send as much information on each nominee as you can think of.

Award winners will be announced at a glitzy awards night held at Theatre Royal Brighton hosted by newsreader Nicholas Owen in October.

**Nominations are now closed, the following Teacher's have been nominated:**

Dewi Vaughn, Matthew Wilkin, Mark Brady, Rasoul Saadatzadeh, Derek Trimmer, Jim Browning.