Pate's Grammar School Alumni

FINAL REMINDER: On 27 June we are hosting a joint reunion for 2001 and 2006 Leavers. There is still time to purchase your ticket if you would like to come along - we'd love to see you there! https://community.patesgs.org/events

Today we were really pleased to welcome back Old Patesians Tom Frampton (Class of 2017) and Karthik Ramanathan (Class of 2025).

After leaving Pate’s, both Tom and Karthik joined Jaguar Land Rover, and it was great to have them back to chat to our Year 12 students about their career journeys so far and the opportunities at JLR.

A big thank you to them both for taking the time to come in and support our students.

We are greatly saddened to hear of the passing of Old Patesian Dame Felicity Lott.

‘Flott’, as she was affectionately known, attended Pate’s Grammar School for Girls from 1958 to 1965 before going on to study at the Royal Academy of Music. She made her operatic debut in 1975, achieving her breakthrough as a last-minute stand-in for the role of Pamina in Mozart’s The Magic Flute. She went on to become one of Britain’s most admired and beloved sopranos.

She is pictured in September 2016 alongside former Pate's Headteacher Russell Ellicott at the Pate's Society lunch to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the birth of Richard Pate.

A tribute will follow on Pate’s Connect at a later date.

We are deeply saddened to hear of the death of beloved former Cheltenham Grammar School and Pate's Grammar School teacher, Bob Beale.

Bob joined Cheltenham Grammar School in 1968 as Head of English at just 26 years of age. He went on to become Deputy Head, remaining at Pate's Grammar School until he retired in 2002.

Bob is pictured alongside his late wife Hilary.

A tribute will follow on Pate’s Connect at a later date.

Last week, the Class of 2026 said their goodbyes to Pate’s and joined the Old Patesian community.

We wish you every success in your exams and all the adventures to come — remember, you’ll always be part of the Pate’s family.

Thank you to all the Old Patesians who joined us for the 2026 Alumni Sports Matches.

Our next alumni sporting fixture is the Headteacher's Cricket - Alumni XI vs Pate's First Xl, which is taking place on 29 June 2026.
For more information, or to register to play please visit:
https://community.patesgs.org/events/view/alumni-xi-vs-pate-s-first-xl-cricket-29-june-2026

Reminder: We would like to invite our 2006 Leavers back to Pate's for your 20th Year Anniversary Reunion on Saturday 27th June 2026, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm.

We hope that you'll join us for tea, coffee, cakes and scones, as well as the chance to reminisce with your former classmates.

Earlier in the day, The Friends of Pate's will be holding their Summer Fair, a very family friendly event. You are warmly welcome to come along early and enjoy the fun and festivities before your reunion.

Tickets are available to purchase now. Click below for further details and to register.

https://community.patesgs.org/events/view/2006-leavers-20th-anniversary-reunion

We'd really appreciate help with spreading the word of this event so ask that you please share this post with those who might be interested in coming along.

We look forward to seeing lots of you on 27th June!

2006 Leavers' (20th Anniversary) Reunion Class of 2006 Please join us for your 20 Year Reunion Come back to Pate's and enjoy an afternoon of fun memories  We will be offering a selection of cakes, scones, tea, coffee and squash. Tickets - £10 each (£5 for children between 10 and 16 - free for under 10s) Please register on this site t...

Perfect reading for the Easter break, we are delighted to share this year’s student-led masterpiece The Pate’s Journal - hot off the press!

Congratulations to the editorial team and all contributors for this excellent publication.

Read now at
https://www.patesgs.org/publications/ -the-pates-journal-march-2026/1/

1975, 1976 & 1977 CGS and PGSG Arrivers' Reunion

We are delighted to be hosting your reunion on Saturday 10th October 2026, 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm. We look forward to welcoming arrivers to Cheltenham Grammar School or Pate's Grammar School for Girls' in 1975, 1976 & 1977 (or those who joined these groups along the way). We're very much hoping that you can join us and partners are very welcome to come along.

You'll arrive to a welcome drink, enjoy a delicious two course lunch, be part of year group photo and have the opportunity to view a display of memorabilia relating to your school years thanks to our fantastic volunteer Archivists, Maggie and Rob.

Please save the date and follow the link below for more information and to book your ticket.

1975, 1976 & 1977 CGS and PGSG Arrivers' Reunion - October 2026 We are delighted to be hosting your reunion on Saturday 10th October 2026, 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm. We look forward to welcoming arrivers to Cheltenham Grammar School or Pate's Grammar School for Girls' in 1975, 1976 & 1977 (or those who joined these groups along the way). We're very much hopin...

Last week we were delighted to have a second Old Patesian visit school to give a talk to students. Khadeeja Wasi, who co-led the Maths Society at Pate’s last year, is currently doing a degree apprenticeship with Dyson.

"I thought that Khadeeja was an excellent presenter - she explained the concepts well and gave us plenty of time to practice applying the methods she demonstrated to problems. The topic was an interesting extension to the concept of moments that we learn about in A level Physics and Maths, and she also linked the theory to practical applications in engineering. I felt that everybody was both engaged and capable of accessing the level of challenge."
Will – Year 12