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Once an Ashfordian, always an Ashfordian. The ASA is the heartbeat of our global community of Ashford School and Friars alumni. Join us!

We celebrate and support our community through lifelong networking, unforgettable events and fundraising initiatives. The Ashford School Association (formerly the Old Girls' Association) celebrates the global community of Ashford School and Friars School. Follow us for alumni news, event invites, and school updates. Maintained by the Alumni & Development Office (Hannah Strassburg).

01/10/2026

🎄✨ Christmas Wreath Workshops ✨🎄

Ready to add a personal touch to your Christmas décor? Come and join us for two fun and festive wreath-making workshops, where you'll learn new skills, get creative with seasonal foliage, and craft a beautiful wreath to make your home sparkle this Christmas.

📅 Wednesday 25th November
⏰ 5:30 - 7:30pm
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📅 Saturday 5th December
⏰ 3:00 - 5:00pm
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We can't wait to welcoming you for an evening of festive creativity 🎄

21/09/2026

⭐ ONLY TWO SPACES LEFT ⭐

We're excited to be hosting two Silver Ring Workshops, happening this week and next! 💍

Learn the basics of silversmithing, including piercing, filing, sanding and planishing, before creating your own beautiful silver ring to polish and take home.

📅 23 & 30 September
⏰ 5.00pm to 6.30pm
📍 Ashford Senior School, TN24 8PB
💷 £40 per person (all materials and light refreshments included)

Best of all, all profits go directly to the ASA, helping to fund bursary awards.

Book your place here: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/83X7Y62T62U3U

04/09/2026

We're excited to be hosting two Silver Ring Workshops later this month! 💍

Learn the basics of silversmithing, including piercing, filing, sanding and planishing, before creating your own beautiful silver ring to polish and take home.

📅 23 & 30 September
⏰ 5.00pm to 6.30pm
📍 Ashford Senior School, TN24 8PB
💷 £40 per person (all materials and light refreshments included)

Best of all, all profits go directly to the ASA, helping to fund bursary awards.

⚠️ Only 8 spaces remaining!

Book your place here: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/83X7Y62T62U3U

02/09/2026

There's a new school year on the horizon and everyone's gearing up ready to welcome all our pupils back after such a glorious summer break.

It's a special energy at the start of September, when everyone returns and the school is brought back to life again. I remember the start of term jitters; trying on the new uniform, packing the new school bag ready with new stationery, and all the excitement to see my mates again...

On a personal note, the start of this term brings a bit of a bittersweet moment for me as I am heading off to pastures new. Returning to Ashford School and this incredible community has been a genuine joy these last 3 years. Getting to know so many of you, and having the privilege to support and celebrate with you through life’s ups and downs, has been a true highlight for me. Thank you all for the support.

This isn't a goodbye though. I hope to reconnect with many of you at upcoming alumni events, and if you'd like to keep in touch in the meantime, please feel free to look me up on LinkedIn.

Wishing all the our pupils, staff and families the absolute best for the year ahead.

~ Hannah Strassburg (Franklins, 2005)

24/08/2026

This GCSE Results Day, Ashford School welcomed our Year 11 pupils back from their summer break to congratulate them on their examination success.

Headmaster Ashley Currie was present to celebrate with pupils and parents – “Staff have had a hugely enjoyable morning witnessing the joy of those receiving their GCSE results today, having shared the experience with our A Level students last week. Our Year 11 cohort have worked incredibly hard to achieve these well-deserved grades, and we look forward to welcoming those who are joining us for Sixth Form in September for the next stage of their Ashford School journey.”

22/08/2026

SAVE THE DATE... some might say it's too early to think about Christmas... but...

Before our annual carol service, join us for a cosy festive get-together welcoming our alumni and former staff back to Ashford School.

> Thursday 10th December
> 4:30pm–5:45pm (service starts at 6pm)
> East Hill Gallery, Brooke Place, Ashford School.

We will gather in our new East Hill Gallery in Brooke Place for mulled w**e and festive nibbles, enjoy student artwork and live music performed by current pupils. For those wishing to join us at the Carol Service, we’ll take a short, festive stroll up to St Mary’s Church in town for the traditional Nine Lessons & Carols Service with the whole school community.

Let us know you're coming - book your FREE ticket at
>ashfordschool.co.uk/asa-events

20/08/2026

- SAVE THE DATE -

Our annual FREE Alumni London get-together is back. Join us for a relaxed evening at The Betjeman Arms in the heart of St Pancras station. Just a laid-back social to bring our community together in the capital.

> Thursday 19th November
> 6:30–9:30pm
> The Parlour @ The Betjeman Arms, St Pancras International Station, London
Hosted by the Ashford School Association. All alumni and former staff welcome

Head over after work in the city or zip up on the high-speed train from Ashford for the evening. This is the perfect opportunity to catch up with old school friends and make new connections.

Let us know you're coming - book your FREE ticket at
ashfordschool.co.uk/asa-events

13/08/2026

We were sad to hear the news of Ashford School Former Director of Music, Mr Allan Clay, who passed away on 21st July 2026.

His family have kindly shared the funeral details with us so that alumni can attend should they wish.

Allan will be fondly remembered by many pupils and teachers for his lovable eccentricity. We invite you to share any stories, memories or tributes for Allan in the comments below.

Our deepest condolences to Allan's family from us all at East Hill.

~ Hannah
(Franklins, 2005)

06/08/2026

We are sad to share the news of the recent passing of former Ashford School PE teacher, Anne Goodliffe. Many of our alumni who attended during the 1980s and beyond will fondly remember Anne’s passion for sports, choreography for shows and dedication. She remained an active part of our community for many years, as pictured here at the Summer Lunch a couple of years ago.

We would love to invite our community to share your favourite memories, stories and tributes in the comments below to celebrate her life and impact at Ashford.

~Hannah
(Franklins, 2005)

15/06/2026

It is with regret that we have had to cancel the upcoming Midsummer Mingle, originally scheduled for Saturday 27th June.

However, there is still plenty to enjoy over the next two weeks as part of ArtsFest26. Download the brochure to explore what’s on and book your tickets:
www.ashfordschool.co.uk/about-us/news/artsfest

Address

East Hill
Ashford
TN248PB

Telephone

+441233625171

Website

http://alumni.ashfordschool.co.uk/

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