EMILY Smith, of Windermere has been awarded the title of "Top Student of the Year" at Myerscough Agricultural College after gaining a first class honours degree with distinction in animal behaviour and welfare.

Emily, who is now training to be a teacher, is the daughter of Celia and Barrie Smith, of Victoria Road, Windermere, and grand-daughter of the late Colin Barton, former English teacher at Windermere Grammar School.