A TRIO of talented students proved to be impossible to separate as they shared the limelight in a prestigious annual award.

Northallerton School and Sixth Form College students Laura West, Dan Henry and Eleanor Reynolds each received the John Dennis Award, presented every year in memory of the former North Yorkshire county councillor.

The students were nominated for their attitude, commitment and honourable conduct within the school.

For 16-year-old Dan the accolade was an opportunity to dedicate his efforts to his mum Diane, who died earlier this year.

He said: “Mum died suddenly and everyone was very supportive which really helped me get through it.

Assistant principal Ben Jones praised the students for their efforts and said they were a “delight” to teach.

He added: “Dan faced significant challenges this year but overcame them with maturity.

“He is utterly dependable, always ready with a smile and prepared to see the best in all people and situations.”