Bolton School - Old Boys and Old Girls (Official)

Last chance to book!

We are delighted to invite former staff from across the Foundation to join us for the Foundation Former Staff Lunch on Friday 26 June at 12 noon in the Arts Centre at Bolton School.

This special gathering is open to former staff from the Primary, Boys’ and Girls’ Divisions and is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and friends over a complimentary two-course lunch.

➡️Book your place here: https://ow.ly/wLsU50YYQYK

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the inaugural Bolton School Alumni Northern Dinner at Manchester's Science and Industry Museum.

It was a wonderful evening, bringing together Old Boys and Old Girls from across the region to reconnect and share memories in the unique setting of the Revolution Manchester Gallery.

To view more photographs from the event, click here: https://ow.ly/zhAP50ZamF3

A wonderful afternoon of cricket, camaraderie and connection at this year's Mervyn Brooker Memorial Cricket Match.

It was a pleasure to welcome alumni from across the decades back to the Levels to play alongside current pupils, continuing a tradition that celebrates both a shared love of cricket and lasting ties with Bolton School.

Thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the day such a success.

Nominations are now open for the fifth Bolton School Alumni of the Year Awards, in which we celebrate the contributions and achievements of our Old Boys and Old Girls.

➡️Click here to submit your nomination by 8am on June 22: https://www.boltonschool.org/alumni-and-giving-back/alumni/alumni-of-the-year

This year marks 50 years since the launch of the Open Doors Campaign in 1976, when our Alumni community first joined together in support of the belief that the doors to Bolton School must remain open to all who would thrive here. Remarkably, many of those who began supporting our bursary programme all those years ago continue to do so, demonstrating the enduring power of collective philanthropy.

Today, our Open Futures Campaign shares that same, powerful ambition: to ensure that a Bolton School education remains open to every bright child with potential, regardless of their family's circumstances. Our goal remains to see one in three pupils in our senior schools receiving bursarial support.

As we reflect on the impact Bolton School has had on generations of pupils and the opportunities it has created, we are proud to share three stories of lives transformed through the generosity of our community. The transformative impact highlighted by Amelia, Leon and Helen shows how the collective support of many can make a profound difference. Watch the new video here https://ow.ly/95sf50Z7GwG

50 years on, there is still much to do to be able to offer needs-blind financial support to one in three senior school pupils. Every gift, conversation and endorsement from our Alumni community helps ensure that future generations can benefit from the same opportunities that so many of us remember and value so fondly.

As the Open Futures Campaign continues to build momentum, we wish to harness the power of collective giving once more and ask that you might consider joining us as we seek to significantly grow the number of regular donors supporting our bursary scheme.

To learn more about how you can make a difference and support the Open Futures Bursary Campaign, please click here: https://ow.ly/eu8Q50Z7Geu

To the Old Boys, Old Girls, parents, staff, friends and everyone who has championed open access here over the past 50 years - Thank You. Together, we are creating life-changing opportunities for talented young people who will go on to make their own positive contribution to the world.

A proud moment for the Old Boltonians’ Association as the Presidential Chain is passed from Barry Nightingale to David Williams.

David reflected on his long-standing connection with the Association, from attending his first Old Boys’ Dinner as School Captain in 1998 to delivering the Tillotson Lecture in 2025, and now taking on the role of President for 2026–27.

Passionate about bringing generations of Old Boltonians together, David hopes to strengthen connections between recent leavers, alumni and the wider School community, encouraging members to share their experiences, networks and memories by “coming closer to the campfire”.

Thank you to outgoing President Barry Nightingale for his dedication and enthusiasm of the School’s mentor schemes and alumni community throughout his year in office. We look forward to seeing him support David in the year ahead.

Book Now – Bolton School Alumni Cumbria Lunch

Alumni are invited to join us for a three-course lunch at The Lindeth Howe Hotel on Friday 12 June 2026.

➡️Secure your place today and enjoy a wonderful lunch with friends: https://ow.ly/cJTN50Yr9OG

We were delighted to present the Distinguished Service to the Old Boltonians’ Association Award to Peter Acton (Class of 1971) at yesterday’s Old Boys lunch.

Peter spoke about his long-standing connection with the OBA, which began after a chance meeting with former Head of Boys, Mr Baguley, inspired him to attend a London Dinner while at university. He later served as OBA President (2011–12) and was a founding member of the award-winning Find Your Path Mentoring Scheme, which continues to support young Old Boys in their careers.

Congratulations, Peter and thank you for your outstanding service to the OBA.

Alumni who left in a ‘6’ year (1946, 1956, 1966, 1976, 1986, 1996, 2006, 2016) are invited to join us for a wonderful day of reconnecting and celebrating shared memories.

📅 Saturday 19 September 2026
➡️Don’t miss this chance to catch up with classmates – book now: https://ow.ly/cuWq50Yr9pI

Spread the word to friends who may not yet be in touch with School – all are welcome!

Super excited to find the newest member of our team!

We are hiring! We are currently looking for an Alumni Engagement Officer (Careers and Events) to work in the Development Department.

Please click here to apply: https://bit.ly/4uSfQOS