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Celebrating 150 Years of OLCS
On Monday 3 April 2000, Our Lady’s Convent School celebrated its 150th birthday, with a number of activities taking place. The Junior Department had a Victorian Day, which involved the pupils and teachers dressing in costume and experiencing, as far as possible, a typical Victorian school day: the dune’s cap; stern discipline; slates and chalk. …
Catching Up With…Peter Twombley
Role: Head of Art Dates: 1975-1992 1. Where was your favourite place on campus, and why? The Common Room, a place of interaction and very friendly. 2. What did you enjoy most about your role? I enjoyed all aspects of my role as a teacher, being a form master, taking students to London Art galleries …
Howard Bullock (LGS Staff 1985-1990)
Anyone who was at the school – staff or pupils alike – for the five years of Howard’s presence at LGS will not forget it. When he left, the ‘Loughburian’ wrote:-‘Although Mr. Howard Bullock had been at L.G.S. for only five years, his departure was regretted far beyond the Modern Languages Department. As a teacher …
From School Stage to Nottingham Playhouse
Hamza Ali (LGS 2016) shares with us his journey from LGS, where the opportunities available helped him develop a passion for directing and theatre. Hamza explores the art of storytelling through movement and reflects on his experiences as he looks forward to starting his new position at Nottingham Playhouse. 1. Where did your passion for …
Beyond the Net
Supporting the next generation of netball talent
Netball continues to thrive at Loughborough High School, with pupils enjoying success on court alongside opportunities to develop their game beyond regular training and competition. Recent successes include the Year 10 team being crowned Leicestershire County champions after a 20–8 victory in the final, while the Year 8 …
Preserving the Past and Investing in the Future
Over the summer holidays, while our pupils have been away, the Estates team has been busy working on some of our ageing school buildings. The ground staff worked to remove the holly that had blocked this beautiful view of School House as one drives through the car park. This is the first time since the …
Volunteering Stories
A Conversation Across the Decades
Current pupils recently enjoyed a fascinating journey through the school’s history when four alumni from different eras returned for a History Society Q&A session. Sharing memories spanning four decades, the panel reflected on everything from school routines and favourite subjects to sport, societies and memorable teachers, offering students a unique insight into how school life …
Careers Networking Dinner Showcases the Diversity of Engineering Pathways
LGS Careers recently hosted the second event in its new Careers Networking Dinner series, bringing together pupils and alumni for an inspiring evening focused on careers in engineering. Delivered in partnership with the Alumni and Development Office, the event welcomed 38 pupils from across the Foundation who were keen to explore the wide range of …
From Senior Cadet to Reviewing Officer
With the sun shining, the Annual Review on Saturday 2 May was a highly successful day, displaying the skill of our cadets in a range of activities, including the Contingent Parade, laser pistol shooting, flight simulations and prizegiving. As always, the highly anticipated Cadet Gun Run took place, with the Army claiming the win. We …
Careers Networking Dinner launches
Inspiring legal pathways
On Monday 23 February, LGS careers proudly launched the first in a new series of Careers Networking Dinners – an initiative designed to connect senior pupils with accomplished alumni to provide a meaningful insight into life beyond school. Delivered in partnership with the Alumni and Development Office, the inaugural event focussed on …
Tom’s Story
From LGS to the Skies “Thank you for giving someone a chance to excel in an environment that was incredibly suited to them, in a world of unequal opportunity where he might not be proud of how far he’s come.” Tom joined Loughborough Grammar School in Year 7 from a local primary school and grew …
100 Years of Tableaux
100 years ago, the first Tableaux performers took to the Loughborough High School stage under the Headship of Miss Bristol (1920-1940). Fast-forward to today, generations later, and pupils are continuing to uphold this longstanding and much-cherished tradition. This year’s performance also coincided with the 175th birthday of Loughborough High School, making it an even more unmissable …
Beyond the Script – The Road from Backstage to BAFTA
Chibuikem (Chike) Oforka (FFD 2007; LGS 2014) is a BAFTA-nominated producer known for his work on powerful documentaries such as Forced Out and Surgeons: At the Edge of Life. Chike shares how his path into television was anything but conventional. Reflecting on the years he spent at LGS, Chike says it wasn’t just academic knowledge …
Captain Amy Cooper Hosts LSF Cadets at Sandhurst
Over the summer holidays, 11 members of the LSF Combined Cadet Force were invited to be guests at the Commandants’ rehearsal at The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS). The visit was coordinated by Major Alex Dart (LGS 1996) in the CCF and was kindly hosted by Captain Amy Cooper (LHS 2009) in her role as …
A unique musical tribute for LHS 175
On Friday 23 May, Loughborough High School held a special picnic in Queen’s Park to celebrate 100 years of Houses and 175 years of LHS. Pupils and staff enjoyed music, food and games, and listened to the School Hymn played on the Carillon Tower by Caroline Sharpe (LHS 1997), as well as the unofficial School …
Careers in Music Technology
On Thursday 5 June, we were delighted to welcome Ben Webster (2021) back to Loughborough Schools Music to work with our Music Technology students. Ben has just graduated from the prestigious ‘Tonmeister’ course at the University of Surrey. This course creates the sound engineers of the future, and graduates of the course work at institutions …
Another fantastic Loughburians’ Dinner
It was a pleasure to host the Loughburians’ Dinner on Saturday 17 May, and to welcome over 120 guests to this special black-tie dinner back on campus. We were joined by alumni from across the Schools, with class years spanning every decade since 1950! The evening began with a drink’s reception, which was held in …
Captain Amy Cooper’s journey in the Army
During May, we had the pleasure of welcoming Captain Amy Cooper (LHS 2009) back to campus on two occasions, where she generously gave her time to share her amazing experiences and inspire the next generation. Her first visit was on Saturday 3 May, as the first female Inspecting Officer at our Annual CCF Review. She …
Upcoming Alumni and Supporter Events
Class of 1986 40-Year Reunion
Class of 1986 can you believe it’s been 40 years since you left school?!
Emma Greetham (née Tomlinson) is once again planning a special reunion and after the success of your 25 and 30 year reunions, we are hoping to bring together as many members of the Class of 1986 as possible on Saturday 10 …
Alumni Rugby Breakfast
Calling all Alumni and Rugby fans…
Join us for a special Alumni Rugby Breakfast as we welcome you back to Loughborough Grammar School, Quorn playing fields, ahead of the First XV’s match against Nottingham High School on Saturday 10 October. Catch up with old friends over breakfast, delve into the School’s rugby archives and recall …
The Burton Symposia – Professor Andrew Thompson (LGS 1986)
‘Humanitarianism on Trial’: How a global system of aid emerged from the end of the empire
Spanning a broad and varied range of thought-provoking topics, the Burton Symposia is a series of talks designed to spotlight themes that delve deeper than the curriculum. The university-style lectures are open to our pupils, staff and members of …
Concert, Cake and Company – October
Join us for our first Concert, Cake and Company of the academic year!
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of live music as talented pupils from across the Foundation perform in the Music Department’s Recital Hall. Following the concert, you are welcome to join the team for some tea, coffee and a slice of cake – the perfect opportunity to meet …
Class of 2016 10-Year Reunion
Class of 2016, it’s time for your 10-Year Reunion
Can you believe it has been a decade since you left school? We’re excited to invite you back to school for your 10 Year Reunion! It’s the perfect opportunity to catch up with old classmates and teachers, see what has and hasn’t changed around the school, look …
LHS Tableaux Matinee
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We are delighted to invite Loughborough High School alumnae to the Tableaux Matinee on Friday 27 November 2026. Please save the date, tickets and further information will be available closer to the event.Event Details
Concert, Cake and Company – February
Join us for our Concert, Cake and Company event!
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of live music as talented pupils from across the Foundation perform in the Music Department’s Recital Hall. Following the concert, you are welcome to join the team for some tea, coffee and a slice of cake – the perfect opportunity to meet and catch up with fellow …The Burton Symposia – Professor John Dickie (LGS 1981)
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Please save the date, for our Burton Symposium talk with Professor John Dickie (LGS 1981), Professor of Italian Studies at UCL, scheduled to coincide with the release of his new book about the Sicilian Mafia. Futher information and tickets will be available closer to the event.Event Details
The Burton Symposia – Professor Paul Leeson (LGS 1989)
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Please save the date, for our Burton Symposium talk with Professor Paul Leeson (LGS 1989), Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine and Consultant Cardiologist Academic Lead for Innovation, Medical Sciences Division, University of Oxford Futher information and tickets will be available closer to the event.Event Details
Concert, Cake and Company – April
Join us for our final Concert, Cake and Company event of the academic year!
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of live music as talented pupils from across the Foundation perform in the Music Department’s Recital Hall. Following the concert, you are welcome to join the team for some tea, coffee and a slice of cake – the perfect opportunity to …
The Loughburians’ London Dinner 2027
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We are delighted to invite alumni and friends to the Loughburians’ London Dinner, to be held at The House of Lords on Friday 14 May 2027. Please save the date, tickets and further information will be available closer to the event.Event Details
The Alumni Garden Party
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Please save the date for the Alumni Garden Party, we hope you can join us for what promises to be a lovely summer afternoon full of family fun, nostalgia and reconnecting. Special year group reunions will also be held at this event for the classes of 1967, 1977, 1987, 1997 and 2007. …Obituaries and Tributes
Howard Bullock (LGS Staff 1985-1990)
Anyone who was at the school – staff or pupils alike – for the five years of Howard’s presence at LGS will not forget it. When he left, the ‘Loughburian’ wrote:-‘Although Mr. Howard Bullock had been at L.G.S. for only five years, his departure was regretted far beyond the Modern Languages Department. As a teacher …
Sheila Swift (née Shepherd, FFD, LHS 1952)
My mother, Sheila Swift died on 26 April 2026 with sun streaming through the window, a gentle breeze blowing and trees outside coming into leaf. Indeed, it was her perfect weather and so appropriate to end her life at the age of 91 years – a life she’d lived to the full with great enthusiasm …
Chris Wardle (LGS 1992)
Christopher entered LGS from St Mary’s in 1985 and I was fortunate enough to teach him maths in his 2nd year. He found the subject difficult but that was not the case with his English where he flourished. He used this skill later in particular in the Loughburian where he was a considerable contributor writing reports …
Pam Field (School House 1972-1982)
Boarders in School House in the 1970’s and early 80’s will be saddened to hear that Pam Field died on 21 January. In 1972 Tony Field and his wife, Pam, and family took over School House (The senior boarding house) as only the second ‘Housemaster’ in over 300 years of boarding. For the next ten …
David Collier (LGS 1973)
David entered LGS as a seven year old in 1962 and when he left 11 years later he had established himself as one of the top all round sportsmen the School has produced. He was 1st XI Hockey Captain losing just 4 of their 26 fixtures with David playing for both the County, Midlands and then …
Valerie Fenwick (née Foulkes, LHS 1954)
Valerie Fenwick, a distinguished archaeologist and maritime historian, died peacefully at home in early 2025, at the age of 88. Born in 1936, Valerie experienced wartime evacuation to Devon during the Blitz and developed a lifelong love of the outdoors and history. She joined Loughborough High School in the late 1940s, where she thrived academically. …
