On Saturday 14th May, we held a very special event as we invited back our alumnae for the first time since the pandemic.
The easing of Covid restrictions has not only meant that school life for students and staff returned to normality, but it also allowed us to open our doors to the wider OHS community. To make up for the last two years during which we were unable to hold a school reunion, we were ecstatic to be able to invite our alumnae to celebrate their 5, 10, 25 and 40 Year Reunion. Beautiful weather, a great drinks reception followed by a delicious brunch and afternoon tea – the atmosphere was just fantastic! It was so wonderful to see everyone again, and the teaching staff enjoyed being able to catch-up with their former students.
“I had such a lovely day catching up with old friends and teachers – it honestly felt as if I had never left OHS! The attention to detail at the event, such as the Polaroid cameras, displays of old leavers pictures, etc., was so thoughtful and gave us all such a warm welcome back – I only wish it had lasted the whole day!”
– Anna, Class of 2016
“Thank you so much for organising this event. It was lovely to see so many people from my year (1981), and other years and I really appreciate that the school’s alumnae association makes the effort to put these events on. Also a thank you to all catering staff – the food and drinks were delicious and they were so so lovely, friendly and efficient – very impressed that they’d kept track of who and where we were, to let us know about the tea!”
– Gabriella, Class of 1981
“I just thought I would send a note to say how I enjoyed the opportunity to attend Saturday morning’s reunion event as an ex-staff member. It was so lovely to reconnect with students from 6 different year groups at once which must be a rare thing. It was particularly heart warming to hear how so many of my A Level Geographers had gone on to such varied and relevant careers and to hear how school life has prepared them for life’s challenges.”
– Ms Yeo
