6s Reunion

On Saturday 2nd June, we welcomed 78 Old Leightonians and former staff back to LP with their families for the 2016 reunion. OLs came from far and wide to meet up with old friends. Sipho Phiri (S 1986) came from Zambia and Lawrence Brown (F 1996) flew in from Canada for just three days, while others had travelled from France and Germany. We were thrilled to also see former Heads John Chapman and John Dunston.

We received the following messages about the reunion:

Jesse Dunford Wood (G 1996)

“The 20 year OL reunion of the 1996 leavers was brilliantly organised. A very impressive lunch spread, a kids play corner and plenty to see and do. It was a very well-considered day of catching up, tours and speeches, and connecting with current pupils and staff. Thank you for the lasting connections and the family that always welcomes back those who have flown the nest.”

John Allinson (Former Staff and School Archivist)

“It has been hugely satisfying to see so many OLs and their families today. For me, it has been rejuvenating to be in the company of my former students and colleagues! In fact, for anyone who thrives on a mixture of banter, goodwill, nostalgia, and that almost indefinable feeling of sharing a common background, it was a great day!”

Simon Stephen (S 1966)

“A very big thank you for tracking me down and arranging a great day. Until a few days before I had been very undecided about coming but as it turned out I met up with two people from School House whom I had liked enormously – Terence Pilchick (S 1968) and Guy Sherwin (S 1966), and indeed also Rowland Binns (F 1966), who played the organ so beautifully and Richard Watkins (R 1966), who was such an agile scrum half. It was so good meeting them all again. Can’t now wait for 2026 (but suspect that some of us will need Zimmer frames).”

John Chapman (Former Head 1986-1996)

“I particularly enjoyed meeting the 1996 leavers and it was moving to hear of what they have already achieved and contributed to society. We must have done something right! I drove home in a warm glow feeling good about LP!”

Riana Griffiths (S 1986)
“It was wonderful to meet up with old friends. Everyone was so warm and positive. I liked that there was a schedule, but also that we were free to do our own thing. You organised it so well and that made it even more special. A once in a lifetime experience. I will never forget such a special day.”

Simon Essery (G 1986)

“Excellent day – particularly with a turnout of 18 from my year group.”

Photos of the day can be seen in the Old Leightonians Flickr album below.