Former Shropshire headteacher made an MBE
A former headteacher who oversaw the building of two schools and worked with special needs children has received an MBE for services to education.
Huw Roberts, of Telford, became a primary school teacher 40 years ago and since then has played a vital role in schools across Shropshire and Mid Wales.
His proudest achievements included overseeing a new school built in Llandrindod Wells and the creation of Oakmeadow Church of England Primary and Nursery School in Bayston Hill, Shrewsbury.
During his time in Mid Wales, Mr Roberts played a major part in creating a centre for special needs children within a mainstream school, which he said was a "groundbreaking" move in the late 1980s.
The 61-year-old, his wife Angela and their children and grandchildren have been busy celebrating his achievements over the years. He said: "I was absolutely amazed to receive an MBE. I've just been fortunate to work with wonderful children and a supportive team."
Mr Roberts moved to Telford in 1975 and started his career at Alexander Fleming Primary as a science teacher. The Waters Upton resident later worked at the now named John Randall Primary before moving to Mid Wales to become a headteacher.
After heading to Shrewsbury in 2002, following a two-year stint as an Ofsted inspector, Mr Roberts oversaw the amalgamation of Oaklands and Long Meadow primary schools in Shrewsbury.
It was at the £4m newly-created Oakmeadow Primary that he began to work again with special needs children at a support centre on site.
Mr Roberts is now retired and enjoys spending time with his family.
