OCs reunited in NYC
A fantastic evening in New York bringing together OCs in the US to reconnect, share memories, and grow our Society abroad. Great to see both familiar and new faces - here’s to the next gathering! Read more: oldcholmeleians.org/news/ocs-conne…#OldCholmeleians#OCNetwork
Great atmosphere at last week’s OC LGBTQ+ Pride Drinks 🌈
Thanks to Ollie Bishop (SH 1995) for hosting at ROAST and Oliver Zeffman (TL 2011) for sharing insights into Classical Pride, which returns from 10 June. Learn more: oldcholmeleians.org/news/successfu…#OCPride#Alumni
Flashback Fridays
As part of #HighgateFestival (13–21 June), the School Museum will be open on Sat 13 June, 11am–3pm. Explore local history and don’t miss Fair in the Square from 12:30pm 🎉
#HighgateFestival #Highgate#SchoolArchive#LocalHistory
⚽️ Proud to see Isabelle Chauzy (NG 2015) playing a key role at @UNICEF_uk’s #SoccerAid 20th anniversary!
The match raised an incredible £16.4M for children worldwide. 🌍
A brilliant example of sport driving real change. 👏
Read more on our website.
#OldCholmeleians
🏏 Upcoming Cricket Match!
Join us this Sunday as OCs take to the field in Round 1 of the Cricketer Trophy!
⭐ Sun 7 June
🆚 Old Millhillians
📍 The Ridgeway, NW7 1QS
⏰ 11:00am
OCs face local rivals - come support the team and enjoy a great day of cricket! 🙌
Challenging weekend for OCs as both 1st & 2s fell to 10-wicket defeats after posting 82 & 78. Plenty of positives and strong efforts throughout.
Golfers also impressed, finishing 5th of 8 in the PSP qualifier ⛳
Read the full report on the website: oldcholmeleians.org/news/weekly-sp…
Now at NESO, Eleni Davidson (HG 2014) a Lead Author on the UK’s Climate Change Risk Assessment (CCRA4-IA), highlighting growing risks to buildings, energy systems & vulnerable communities. 🌍
A vital step toward a more climate-ready UK.
Read more: oldcholmeleians.org/news/eleni-dav…
Spotlighting OCs
🎬 Ilan Bass (MG 2000) unveiled a rights‑first AI platform at Cannes - built with Hollywood guilds to support, not replace, artists. Using licensed human performances, it boosts storytelling and expands global audiences. 👏
Read more:
oldcholmeleians.org/news/the-launc…
Flashback Friday 📜✨
Who are the women who inspired your path?
In 1895, this letter marked the appointment of our first female teacher - a pivotal moment in our history.
Join us Tuesday for our Women’s Business Breakfast: oldcholmeleians.org/events-page/oc…
Friday high fives 🖐️go to Year 9 pupils for two fantastic performances of Rebellious Women this week, inspired by the 1920's suffragette movement. Drawing on the layout of the famous Bridge Theatre, our drama studio was transformed into two separate stage spaces. Well done all
Weekly Sports Update🏏
Cricket had a tough Saturday for both 1st XI and 2nd XI
1st XI lost by 3 runs
2nd XI lost by 4 wickets
Full report 👇
oldcholmeleians.org/news/narrow-lo…
Juliet Sharkey (TL 2013) is taking neuroscience on the road!
With Connectome’s “scan in a van” tour across Europe, she’s bringing brain health tech out of the lab and into real-world performance settings. Inspiring OC innovation in action!👏
🔗oldcholmeleians.org/news/juliet-sh…
Flashback Fridays✨ The Debating Society, 1926
A glimpse into the voices, ideas, and friendships that shaped generations.
What’s your favourite memory of the Debating Society at School? 🎤
#Throwback#SchoolArchive
Weekly Sports Update 🌟
🏌️ Spring Meeting winners + Horns of Highgate
🏏1st XI: Lost (143 vs 147/8)
🏏2nd XI: Lost (160 vs 179/6)
👉 Read more on our website: oldcholmeleians.org/news/oc-sports…
Flo Graham-Dixon (TL 2007) has co-authored the first UAE Hospitality Industry Barometer with GRIF, drawing on insights from 30 leaders across 400+ venues. Findings show 27% revenue declines but stronger confidence ahead 📈
🔗 oldcholmeleians.org/news/flo-graha…
Do you remember your Duke of Edinburgh Award? We look back to Howard Darbon (GH 1961) and his expedition exercise book from 1958:
🚴♂️ Thames Valley (7-8 June) -121 miles
🚴♂️ Beachy Head (19-20 July) - 100 miles
The spirit of adventure lives on!
#OldCholmeleians#DofE
Dr Andrew Szydlo returns to the Royal Institution on 30 May for Family Fun Day: Remarkable Reactions! 🔬
Two live talks (12pm & 2pm), plus hands-on science for families and young explorers.
🎟️ rigb.org/whats-on/famil…#OldCholmeleians#STEM#ScienceFun