Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts (PQA) in York, Scarborough, Beverley, and Hull is a finalist in the Scaling Business of the Year category at The Class Business Awards 2026. PQA has been recognised for its growth and the impact of its academies across Yorkshire. James Aconley, principal at PQA York, Scarborough, Beverley, and Hull, said: "I'm incredibly proud that our academies have been recognised as finalists for Scaling Business of the Year. PQA academies offer performing arts training to children and young people. The 2026 winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on October 10 at the National Conference Centre in Solihull.