Pate's Grammar School Alumni

It was wonderful to welcome so many Old Patesians and their families to our joint Class of 2001 and Class of 2006 Reunion on Saturday 27 June.

Celebrating their 25th and 20th anniversaries, former students spent the afternoon catching up with old friends, sharing memories and reminiscing about their time at Pate's – with plenty of cake enjoyed along the way!

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day so special.

Our next reunion will take place on Saturday 10 October 2026, when we look forward to welcoming anyone who started at Cheltenham Grammar School or Pate’s Grammar School for Girls in 1975, 1976 or 1977 (as well as those who joined these year groups along the way).

To find out more and reserve your place, visit: https://community.patesgs.org/events

Last week, we were delighted to welcome back Old Patesians Jo Hamilton and Natalie Wang to talk with our current Year 12 students.

Jo is currently enjoying a gap year before heading off to LSE to study Law this autumn, while Natalie has just completed her first year studying History and Politics at LSE.

A huge thank you to both Jo and Natalie for giving up their time to share their experiences, advice and insights from the past year. We're sure our students found it incredibly helpful as they start thinking about their own next steps!

They think it’s all over… it is now!

The final whistle has blown on PIFP 2026, but it's not too late to Pitch In if you missed the main event – we are delighted with our current running total of £46,781…can you help us make it to £50,000? Patesgs.org/pitchin

Thank you to everyone who has joined us, posted heart-warming messages, supported our events and fundraising, and Pitched in for Pate’s!

We are just 3 hours away from the final whistle! Any donations made to Pitch in For Pate's between now and 9pm tonight will be at least doubled. Donate now at www.patesgs.org/pitchin

All donors pitching in with a donation of £250 or more can be named on a plaque on the pitch!

“Reflecting on our time as a long-serving members of staff at Pate’s, we both feel a deep sense of pride and gratitude for the part our community plays in shaping students’ experiences. It is a privilege to witness the lasting impact of our sporting and co-curricular programme on young people both on and off the field.

There is still time to Pitch In and help ensure these exceptional experiences can continue for current and future Patesians.

Please join us in supporting the Brighten the Future Floodlights Fund for our school astro - All donors pledging £250 or more can be named on our special donors plaque on the pitch!”

Luke Stoneman - Assistant Headteacher, Co-curricular
Meg Collins – Head of PE

www.patesgs.org/pitchin

On the 30 June and 1 July we’re bringing the whole community together to celebrate sport, activity, and school spirit at Pate’s. This is your chance to be part of something exciting and make a real difference for our students, now and in the future.

Please donate here: patesgs.org/pitchin

"Your support means more than we can easily put in words. It helps create opportunities, experiences, and sense if belonging that makes Pate's such a special place for us to learn, grow, and take part in sport and co-curricular life.

We are now fewer than 90 donors away from unlocking an additional £5,000, generously donated by The Pate's Foundation, when we achieve a donor score of 250!". The Patesian Committee

Please donate here: patesgs.org/pitchin

www.patesgs.org/pitchin

Old Patesian Holly Hill, Class of 2012 and former GB rower is supporting Pitch in For Pate’s.

“Having floodlights on the astro pitch will be that ’something special’; opening up opportunities for training, matches, and activities well beyond the school day. It’s a brilliant enhancement that will benefit students for years to come.

If you haven’t had the chance yet, I’d really encourage you to make a donation today and be part of the team effort.”

Donate now: patesgs.org/pitchin