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Changing lives through philanthropy
Donations create life-changing opportunities for our pupils and communities.
Your generosity could support bright pupils from lower-income backgrounds, enable future sporting stars to find their stride, and give the next generation of musical talent the chance to excel.
“Education is one of the greatest legacies of our country, and I personally cannot imagine being without my time in Loughborough. The bursaries you are providing do change people’s lives and help them actually feel like they can work towards what and who they they aspire to be.”
Hannah-Maria (LHS 2021)
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A Longstanding Relationship with Loughborough Parish Church
The School was founded in 1495 in a small room above the South Porch. It later moved into the main body of Church and subsequently into the Chancel, where it remained for almost the next 100 years, before relocating to purpose-built buildings adjacent to the Church until 1852. For over 300 years, from 1647, the …

A Gift Given in Loving Memory
A touching gift to Loughborough High School will help support future generations of pupils while honouring the memory of a former pupil who remained connected to the School throughout her life. The gift was left by a devoted husband in memory of his late wife, Alison (LHS 1952), who attended Loughborough High School during the …

Fueling a Future Engineer’s Ambition
Donations make it possible for many pupils across Loughborough Schools Foundation to access educational trips, transforming classroom learning into real-world experiences and lasting memories. One such pupil in Year 10 at LGS, has a strong thirst for learning and dreams of becoming an engineer. Thanks to philanthropic support, he was able to join his classmates …

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 …

We want to hear from you!
We are excited to announce that we have launched a survey for all of our alumni and former staff!As a valued member of our alumni community, your voice matters to us. We want to ensure that the way we engage with you is relevant, meaningful and beneficial – so we would be very grateful if you could …

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 …

David’s Meaningful Impact
On Tuesday 28 October, the Master of the Worshipful Company of Barbers presented David Simmons (LGS 1963) with a citation expressing the Company’s gratitude for his leadership of the Medical Careers Carousel that has done so much to give opportunities to young potential medics. The citation reads: “It is with profound appreciation and great pride that the Court has unanimously decided to present you …

Amy’s Story
Growing up as the child of Chinese immigrants, my parents were big believers in education, but didn’t know much about the UK school system. It was actually my primary school headteacher who encouraged them to have me sit the entrance exam for LHS. She saw potential in me and mentioned that financial help could be …

David’s Story
When I heard that I would receive a bursary and therefore be able to attend Loughborough Grammar School, I was of course very excited, but I had no idea how profoundly it would impact my life. Going to LGS gave me such a rich and diverse education that I’m still reaping the benefits of today, …

Enhancing Sports facilities: Shelia’s Story
Some of Sheila Parkin’s (LHS 1953) happiest memories were from her time at Loughborough High School and she remained in touch with LHS and her old school friends throughout her life. Sheila’s final gift to Loughborough High School was to generously remember her school in her Will. Sheila sadly passed away in 2017 as the …

Helping those from Shelthorpe: Ken’s story
Ken Cockrell (LGS 1960) made the decision to give something back and today he is remembered, not just for the life he had, but the lives he is helping even after he’s gone. Born as the Second World War was ending, Ken came with his family from Lowestoft to live on the Shelthorpe council estate. …




