CHOBA and Christ’s Hospital-related News 
CHOBA February 2012 Newsletter Available to Download in PDF format
The CHOBA February 2012 Newsletter is now available to download in PDF format 
The Blue 2011 has been published and is available online
The latest edition of The Blue magazine is now available from the The Blue web site.
The Old Blue and other magazines are available from the CHOBA magazine archive page.
Heritage Series Booklets
CH Heritage books
Thank you for your interest in our Heritage Series Booklets. There are several books which are relevant to CH Heritage and which are still in print, and these are listed below in case you are interested in any of them. We also have a wide range of second hand books, engravings, postcards and booklets which are surplus to the Collection which are available to purchase. All proceeds are for the benefit of the Museum Fund, unless stated otherwise. Prices are stated without P&P, which will be separately calculated for each order. For further information, please contact Mike Barford (Hon Curator of the CH Museum) on chmuseum@christs-hospital.org.uk. or call Andrea Wellstead on 01403 247404.
- Christ’s Hospital in the year 2000 by Rosie Howard and Pam Legate. Edited by Peter Bloomfield, designed by John Mitchell and produced by John and Susan Mitchell.
Published in 2002 as part of the celebrations of 450 years since CH was founded and 100 years since it moved to Horsham. A fully illustrated book of 234 pages which provides a portrait of the community at Horsham, with detailed historical appendices. Price £25, proceeds to the Sue Thomson Foundation.
- Four books in the new CH Heritage Series – Postcards, Engravings, Memorabilia and Customs and Traditions. Price £9.50 each.
No 1 – Postcards by Clifford Jones. 2010
A 48 page book with 150 illustrations, featuring rare cards of CH London, pictures of events at Hertford before the site was closed in 1985, and many cards of CH at Horsham. Amounts to a light touch history of many aspects of CH in the 20th century.
No 2 – Engravings by Mike Barford. 2010
A 48 page book with 89 illustrations, featuring engravings of CH in London and Hertford up to 1902, two plans of CH London and scenes from CH life. Gives much historical information about CH up to the move to Horsham in 1902, and complements the information in Postcards.
No 3 – Memorabilia by the Museum Volunteers. Edited by Mike Barford and designed by John Mitchell. 2011
A 48 page book with 160 illustrations, providing a comprehensive review of the full range of CH’s archives and collections, set out in an historical introduction and in 22 separate sections which explain the extraordinary range and variety of objects which illuminate CH’s history.
No 4 – Customs and Traditions by Clifford Jones. Published in 2011
A 48 page book with 150 illustrations, which is full of detail about the school including the association with the Tower of London, the City, Royalty, from 1552 through to the 21st Century.
- Christ’s Hospital in the Victorian Era by Ken Mansell. 2011
A hardback book of 450 pages with nearly 100 illustrations, which tells the story of the 11,632 boys and girls who were admitted to CH during the reign of Queen Victoria and chronicles the rich history of the school during that period. Price £32, privately produced by the author, a Governor and a Museum Volunteer, who will donate £5 to the Museum for every book sold.
- Freedom, We died for you by David Miller. 2011
A hardback book of 168 pages, profusely illustrated in full colour, which tells the story of each of the 213 Old Blues whose names are on the Dining Hall War Memorial, tracing their lives and placing each death in context. Price £15, proceeds to CH Foundation with any surplus to the Museum.
- In This Place, 1927-2004. Memories of Christ’s Hospital collected by Barclay Hankin. 2004
A 156 page book, which is fully illustrated and which includes chapters on the author’s own experiences at CH (1927 – 1934), CH in World War two, a summary chapter on 1945-1985 drawn in part from The Blue, a detailed chapter on 1985 – 2004, the activities of the year September 2003 to September 2004, and a tailpiece which draws things together. Price £7.50.
- Away from the Bombs and the boys by Audrey Griggs. 2004
A 223 page book with 23 photographs in which Audrey Griggs gives a full and frank account of life as a boarder at Christ’s Hospital in Hertford. Price £5
- Christ’s Hospital in Photographs II selected and introduced by NM Plumley. 1990
This is the fourth and final book in the Christ’s Hospital Papers, a series of books which was published between 1981 and 1990. It features 157 photographs, 24 of which relate to the school in London and building the school at Horsham, 20 to the Counting House in Newgate Street, Great Tower Street and Horsham, 77 to the school at Hertford, 21 to the school at Horsham after the merger with the girls’school and 15 to the effects of the 1987 hurricane on the school at Horsham. Price £7.50
- The Organs and Music Masters of Christ’s Hospital by Nick Plumley. 1981
This is the first book in the Christ’s Hospital Papers series. This book contains chapters on The Music Masters of Christ’s Hospital, the Big School Organ, the Organ in Christ Church, Newgate Street, the Organs in the Chapel at Christ’s Hospital, and the Flight and Robson Barrel and Finger Organ which is now in the Court Room. Price £7.50.
- Christ’s Hospital. The last years in London. by CME Seaman. 1977
George Seaman was Headmaster of Christ’s Hospital from 1955-1970. This is a 159 page hard back, illustrated book which was published after his death by his widow, based on four chapters of his projected history of Christ’s Hospital from c1860. Price £5.00
CHOBA Carol Concert 2011 details
The Annual CHOBA Carol Concert, 2011
Friday 16th December, 6pmChurch of St. Andrew, Holborn. London.
Come and join us for a festive concert; enjoy some great music performed by your fellow Old Blues with a glass of warming mulled wine and a mince pie.
Tickets are only £6.00 Adults, £3.00 Under 16's, Children under 5 free
Order your tickets today:-
visit the CHOBA Shop, download an application form 
, or call the CHOBA Office
If you want to volunteer to take part in the choir or the band, simply email us at the CHOBA Office and we’ll be delighted to add you to the list.
The music is being conducted by Old Blue David Eastburn (MdA 47-55), the organ will be played by Tom Reinhold (PeA, GrW 05-07), rehearsals start at 4.00pm.
As well as music from the choir there will be festive readings given by various Old Blues, and plenty of chances to join in with the singing! It’s a great way to round up a day of Christmas shopping in the city, or to brighten up those dark winter days in your way home from work.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Order your ticket today at: http://www.chassociation.org/shop/
New staff in the Development Office
CH is delighted to welcome Pippa Cleary and Fran Reid as Development Officers. Pippa and Fran are job sharing the post and taking over from Anne Sartain who is leaving at the beginning of November. They will no doubt soon become well known to Old Blues as they expand upon this role and help to co-ordinate the fundraising activity currently being planned.
Pippa Cleary
Pippa has joined Christ’s Hospital from Portsmouth Grammar School where she was General Manager for the Portsmouth Festivities and Publicity & Events Manager for the school for the past six years. Pippa has many years experience in fundraising (from both public and private sectors), marketing, alumni relations and event management. Since graduating in 1990 from University with a degree in music Pippa has worked for The Japan Festival, international arts management company Harrison Parrott, Peterborough Cathedral Festival and Dean Close School Cheltenham. Pippa is living on site with her husband Andrew, the new Director of Music at CH, their son Tom who has just joined the UF in Peele A and younger daughter Becky.
"Everyone at CH has been extremely welcoming and I am greatly looking forward to the challenges that lie ahead working within the Development team at CH and contributing to the future success of this unique school."
Fran Reid
Fran has just moved to Christ's Hospital with her husband, Adam, who has been appointed Head of History, and brings with her two young children, Barnaby and Iona, and many years experience in educational fundraising.
Having been born and raised in Spain, Fran is tri-lingual in Spanish and German. She came to the UK as a student, and following graduation and time spent in Chile as an interpreter for Operation Raleigh, worked first for the Prince's Trust and then the Institute of Directors in London. Marriage took her to Dauntsey's School in Wiltshire, where her husband was starting his teaching career. Over the course of thirteen years Fran established and ran the school's Foundation Office, developed the marketing and fund-raising arms of the school, worked closely with the alumni, tutored in a girls' boarding house, and for the last five years supported her husband in the running of a large boys' boarding house. She also ran the school's charity committee and taught some lower school Spanish.
Fran is delighted to be involved in fund-raising at CH: "As everyone has told me, this is an exceptional and unique school, and it will be enormously exciting and rewarding to help raise funds to enable more young people to benefit from the life-changing opportunities offered by CH."
40 Years On Reunion - REGISTER online
40-Years-On Reunion Saturday 8th October 2011
To book tickets for this event please access the Shop page or download an order form.
Further details of the Forty Years On Reunion on Saturday 5th November are available within the events timetable
CHOBA September 2011 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA September 2011 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
CHOBA August 2011 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA August 2011 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
Founder's Day Dinner 2011
Founder's Day Dinner 2011 will be on Tuesday 18th October 2011, at the Goldsmiths' Hall. The Application Form and covering letter are available online. Please click here to visit the events page to download them.
50 Years On Reunion - REGISTER online
50-Years-On Reunion Saturday 8th October 2011
To book tickets for this event please access the Shop page or download an order form.
Further details of the Fifty Years On Reunion on Saturday 8th October are available within the events timetable
Hertford reunion for Leavers of 55-57 - 21st September 2011
Wednesday 21st September 2011
Tickets can now be bought online in the CHOBA Shop
(NB:- This event is for leavers from 55-57)
We are organising this event for all Hertford pupils who left between 1955 and 1957. This is an opportunity for you to catch up with old friends and visit the School at its Horsham site for what we hope will be a very special occasion.
The programme for the day can be found here
CHOBA July 2011 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA June 2011 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
30 Years On Reunion - REGISTER online
30-Years-On Reunion Saturday 10th September 2011
To book tickets for this event please access the Shop page.
Further details of the Thirty Years On Reunion on Saturday 10th September are available within the events timetable
Publications 2011
Articles for publication the Autumn Old Blue 2011 – required now!
If you have any articles of interest we would love to hear about them for our next editions - so we are relying on you all to keep us up to date.
You will have seen from the recent spring edition that because of the number and size of the contributions, it was unusually difficult to fit them all into the number of pages available. We are restricted to 16 pages for the magazine. To exceed this amount would increase both production and postage costs in excess of the funds available. As many of you are aware, the magazine is funded from the income from the “ring fenced” funds from the old CH Club. This income has decreased in the current economic climate.
Whilst we still have every intention of including as many articles as possible in the magazine, we must request that they are kept to a reasonable length. A rough calculation gives 800 words to a page, before the inclusion of photographs. Because of this restriction, lengthy articles will be edited, or even occasionally omitted. The complete article will be put up on the CHOBA website after publication. As they say in the best publications, “The Editor's decision is final”.
A guideline for all contributions (e.g. obituaries and section articles) should be a maximum of 300 words excluding title.
We require high resolution photos to accompany any article with a minimum 300dpi to enable a high quality print finish. They should be sent separately and not embedded in the article.
Please call or email the CHOBA office for further information or enquiries 01403 247665
(Current deadlines for the receipt of articles for inclusion in the magazine are the ends of January and July).
The Blue Magazine – Autumn 2011 – Corporate Advertising Opportunities for Old Blues
The next annual edition of The Blue is due for publication in the autumn and will include information about CHOBA, its members and their activities. This publication will be distributed free of charge to all CHOBA members. Distribution will be approximately 11,000 copies (including current CH pupils and Old Blues) with a wide ranging demographic. The magazine will also be available to be viewed online. CHOBA is currently working with the School to offer a number of corporate advertising opportunities in The Blue and we have already received a number of enquires since the last newsletter. If anyone would like more information, please contact Margaret Wadman on 01403 247665 or email at administrator@chassociation.org
The Blue postage costs
The Blue 2011
Unfortunately, overseas postal costs for The Blue in 2011 were in excess of the funds available for the Association. As many of you are aware, the distribution costs for CHOBA, along with The Old Blue are funded from the income from the “ring fenced” fund that was transferred from the CH Club. This income has decreased over the last few years due to the unprecedented economic climate.
Therefore, due to the aforementioned funding issues, we are no longer able to cover the cost of posting The Blue overseas. However, if requested, a copy can be sent to overseas Old Blues and we will charge postage costs only. These are currently Europe (£5) & Rest of World (£9). The Blue can be ordered through the CHOBA website shop, www.chassociation.org or by email to Margaret Wadman or telephone +44 (0)1403 247665. Please be informed that The Blue can also be viewed for free online at the School website, www.christs-hospital.org.uk
Again, due to funding issues and with regret, a decision has been made not to enclose copies of the CH music CD with The Blue in 2011. It is very much hoped that the much loved CD will return for the 2012 edition as we are hoping we may be able to secure some sponsorship.
CHOBA June 2011 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA June 2011 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
60 Years On Reunion photos published
A selection of photographs of the recent 60 Years On Reunion have been published.
Link to photos:- Click here
CHOBA May 2011 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA May 2011 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
Old Blues Day - Tours of Design and Technology Dept cancelled
Old Blues' Day tours of the Design and Technology Department have been cancelled. We apologise to all who were booked on the tours.
CHOBA April 2011 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA April 2011 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
Housey! Spring 2011 – Key to Back Page Quiz
How well do you know Christ’s Hospital?
- Who was our Founder’s mother?
A: Jane Seymour - Whose sermon prompted King Edward to found the school?
A: Bishop Ridley (Richard Dobbs) - What eventually happened to this individual?
A: Burnt at the stake - When did the boys first move to Horsham?
A: 1902 - In what year did the girls first join the boys at Horsham?
A: 1985 - Who was the architect that designed the buildings at Horsham?<
A: Aston Web, Ingress Well - Which RAF squadron carried out the Dambuster’s raid using the bouncing bomb?
A: 617 - Which Old Blue is David Cameron’s Director of Strategy?
A: Steve Hilton - What are the first 6 words of the charge?
A: "I charge you never to forget" - What is the first line of the Rime of the Ancient Mariner?
A: "It is an ancient mariner (and he stoppeth one of three)"
NEW STATUETTES OF A HOUSEY BOY AND GIRL
Appearing on sale for the first time on Old Blues Day will be newly commissioned statuettes of pupils in Housey uniform, created in bronze resin and standing 10" high on a wooden plinth. The statuettes were created especially for CH by Peter Hicks Ltd., a well known producer of small statues as commemorative memorabilia, and feature a boy and girl in full Housey.
A single statuette (either a boy or a girl) will be available at £99 plus £7 post and packing or a pair (2 boys, 2 girls or a boy and a girl) are available for £190 plus £10 post and packing, all prices inclusive of VAT. These are very attractive items which are sure to sell quickly.
If you would like to place an order please contact Margaret Wadman on 01403 247665 or by email to administrator@chassociation.org or visit the CHOBA shop http://www.chassociation.org/shop/
60 Years On Reunion - REGISTER online
60-Years-On Reunion - Saturday 21st May 2011
To book tickets for this event please access the Shop page.
Further details are available within the events timetable
65+ Years On Reunion - REGISTER online
65+ Years-On Reunion (Leavers of 1947 or before) Wed 28th Mar 2012
More details can be found on the dedicated event page
Note that transport is available from CH Station to the School and back again afterwards. See the Online Shop for more details
Tickets now available for 20 Years On - 7th May 2011
Saturday 7th May 2011
Tickets can now be bought online in the CHOBA Shop
(NB:- This event is for leavers from 1990/1991...)
The ticket price (£20.00 adults or £23 including 1/4 bottle of wine, £11.00 children 12 and under) all prices include lunch in Court Room, refreshsment during the day and tours. Click here for further details
CHOBA March 2011 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA March 2011 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
5 and 10 Years On Reunion Further Details Published
Further details of the 5 and 10 Years On Reunion (combined with Old Blues Day) on Saturday 30th of April are now available on a dedicated page in the Events section.
Old Blues Day 2011 - REGISTER online
Old Blues, their guests and all CHOBA members are always welcome visitors at Christ’s Hospital, and we're delighted to invite you back this year on Saturday 30th April 2011!
Further details, including an outline programme of events, can be found on the
Old Blues' Day 2011 page.
REGISTER
Please note that you MUST pre-register before the day to let us know you’re coming for security reasons regarding the school, and also because numbers for some activities are limited, and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. We will also require numbers on any free activities to assess the viability of running events.
You can register ONLINE quickly and easily (and help reduce our administration costs) via the CHOBA Online Shop.
Alternatively, you can download an order form and return it to the CHOBA Office.
For any further enquiries regarding Old Blues’ Day, please contact the CHOBA Office.
OLD BLUES DAY 2011 – WORLD WAR TWO MEMORIAL
Following recent research, one of the tablets on the Dining Hall World War Two Memorial has been revised to incorporate the names of a number of Old Blues previously missing from the list. On Old Blues Day, Saturday 30 April 2011, there will be a short ceremony of re-dedication at the memorial, starting at 11.45am. The ceremony will consist of prayers, a brief address, the unveiling of the new tablet, and the sounding of the Last Post. All who wish to do so, will then walk the short distance to the Chapel for the usual Old Blues’ Day short service.
This brief ceremony will not interfere with the normal Old Blues Day activities, but all Old Blues, and particularly those who served in World War Two, are urged to attend what will be a very moving occasion.
Old Blues Day 2011 will also see the launch of the new book “Freedom We Died For You; Old Blues who died in World War Two” which is the subject of a separate notice.”
Survey of Old Blues
Please find a blank copy of the major survey from Christ’s Hospital which had been designed help us to get our communications with you as up to date and as relevant as possible. Please do complete and return as soon as possible.
Download the survey form in pdf format - click here
Careers Network relaunch
We will be re-launching the ‘Careers Network’ on 30 April (Old Blues Day) to widen the opportunities for Old Blues in this particularly difficult economic climate. We have been thrilled that in 2010, we have helped thirty-four young Old Blues by putting them in touch with Old Blues who could provide them with careers advice, specific industry expertise, work experience/placement, which in one case led to a job offer and in another an internship. We have been very fortunate to have the support of Neville Osmond (MaA 44-51), Kate Atkinson (ColB 93-00) and Andrew Howgego (ThA, BaA 70-78) who have guided, directed and assisted with this initiative. We are committed to raising the awareness of CHOBA to our younger audience in 2011, and this is one of the ways we can achieve this aim.
We look forward to helping even more Old Blues in the coming months via the careers network, and each month we will focus on various industry sectors via articles in the e-newsletters throughout 2011. The intention is to provide relevant information to help more Old Blues in pursuit of their chosen career. If you think you could offer careers advice, either general (eg recruitment) or industry specific and inspire fellow Old Blues, then please contact the CHOBA office.
At present we are particularly interested in the following industry skills:
- Business Analysis
- Events Management
- Financial Management
- Insurance
- Investment Banking
- Hazard Management and Risk Analysis
- Legal and Legal Services
- Marketing, Advertising and Promotion
- Medical Service and Healthcare
- Museum work
- Politics and Political Affairs
- Project Management
- Property Management
- Publishing and Journalism
- Theatrical and Acting
- TV, Film and Radio
- Veterinary Services and Animal Care.
CHOBA February 2011 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA February 2011 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
The Blue 2009-10 has been published
The latest edition of The Blue magazine is now available from the The Blue web site.
The Old Blue ands other magazines are available from the CHOBA magazine archive page.
CHOBA January 2011 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA January 2011 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
2010 CHOBA Carol Concert
The annual CHOBA Carol Concert took place on Tuesday 14th December at the Church of St Andrew in Holborn. We had an excellent turn-out with over 130 guests and a choir of 25 strong.
At 6pm prompt, our Master of Ceremonies, Adrian Bawtree (LHA, PeA 79-86), called us to order and welcomed us to the concert. We started with an old favourite, O Come All Ye Faithful, to get everyone in the mood; this was followed by a reading by Jean Hayes (6's 44-51) and the concert continued with the carols, Good King Wenceslas, While Shepherds Watched - sung to the tune for Ilkley Moor Bah Tat, The Twelve Days of Christmas and Hark, The Herald Angels Sing.
The programme also allowed for some choir solos and a further reading by Andrew Hobbs, (LHA, PeA 70-76). As befits a CH concert, the music and the singing was of a very high standard.
Adrian involved the congegation participating in much standing up and sitting down during Good King Wencaslas and The Twelve Days of Christmas, as in previous years, which included solos by Ester Maughan McLachlan (4's,ColA 82-90) and Dominic Parker (LaB,GrE 02-09).
Following the hearty singing was the good cheer in the form of the mulled wine and mince pies and for many onto the pub for a few more!
A big thank you from the CHOBA to all who gave up their time to make this event happen, which makes this flagship event an opportunity for mingling, renewing old acquaintances, sharing anecdotes and memories and officially starting Christmas!
Photos from the evening are now available in the Photo Gallery
Short videos of the evening can be watched by clicking below:
CHOBA December 2010 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA December 2010 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
Range of merchandise for Christmas
Our range of CH merchandise would make a great Christmas gift, and can be ordered online via the CHOBA Shop.
Our stock includes:-
- CH silk single crested tie
- Cufflinks
- Hooded Sweatshirt
- Polo Shirt
- Fleece Jacket
- Rugby Shirt
To order please visit our Online shop or contact the CHOBA Administrator.
Please note last Christmas posting date for UK Standard Parcels is Wednesday 15th DecemberCHOBA November 2010 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA November 2010 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
25 Year Anniversary of the move from Hertford to Horsham photos published
We were so pleased to welcome 20 Old Blues and their guests and would like to thank everyone who joined us for making such a great day!
Here's a selection of photographs from the day... view photos
If you have photos which you'd like to share, please do send them on the CHOBA Office.
40 Years On Reunion - REGISTER online
40-Years-On Reunion Saturday 6th November 2010 for leavers of 1969 and 1970
To book tickets for this event please access the Shop page.
Please follow this link to view a draft programme for the day.
The attendees who have registered to date are:
| Attendees | |
|---|---|
| Name | House/Year |
| Barclay, (née Muir) Kate | 1s, 7s 1963 - 1970 |
| Bloxham, Sefton | PeA 1962 - 1970 |
| Borgars, (née Borgars) Barbara | 2s 1963 - 1970 |
| Bucknall, Nick | LaA, PrepA 1961 - 1969 |
| Button, Andy | LaB 1961 - 1969 |
| Cooke, Stephen | MaA, PeA 1962 - 1969 |
| Cordingly, Chris | PeA, MaA 1962 - 1970 |
| Feehally, John | MaB, PeA 1962 - 1969 |
| Holmes, Keith | PeB 1963 - 1970 |
| Innes-Hopkins, (née Fletcher) Linden | 5s 1961 - 1970 |
| Jones, (formerly Stewart-Jones) Barney | ThB, PrepB 1961 - 1970 |
| Joy, Michael | PeB 1964 - 1970 |
| Lawrance, Thomas | PeB 1962 - 1970 |
| Lechmere, James | PeB 1963 - 1969 |
| Levy, Geoff | PeA 1963 - 1970 |
| MacAllan, Stephen | PeA 1962 - 1970 |
| Martin, Peter | LaA 1962 - 1970 |
| Melvin, Paul | LaA 1963 - 1970 |
| Perry, John | LaA 1961 - 1969 |
| Richmond, (née Buttery) Catherine | 1s, 8s 1961 - 1970 |
| Wickison, Richard | MaB, PeB 1964 - 1971 |
Forthcoming exhibition by Mich Maroney
Old Blue Art
A private view of an exhibition of paintings and prints by Mich Maroney 1’s (1973 – 1978) (the 2010 Creekside artist-in-residence)
Drinks from 6pm to 9pm on Friday 24th September 2010
Address: The Creekside Centre Exhibition:
14 Creekside
Deptford SE8 4SA
Exhibition from September 25th-30th 2010, 1pm - 6 pm
www.creeksidecentre.org.uk
Transport: Train: Deptford Bridge or Greenwich DLR
Bus: 177, 53
CHOBA September 2010 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA September 2010 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
50 Years On - attendees list available
The current list of attendees for the 50-Years-On Reunion on 6th October 2010 is available on the 50 Years On page
We're looking forward to seeing you all on the day!
25 year Hertford Anniversary - attendee list
The latest list of attendees for the 25th Anniversary of the move from Hertford to Horsham is now available on the 25th Anniversary page
We're looking forward to seeing you all on the day!
Summer 2010 GCSE results
The Christ's Hospital website has details of this year's outstanding GCSE results!
CH pupils performed exceptionally well at GCSE level this year with 93% of all entries being at A*, A or B grade and 75% of entries at A* or A grade. The overall pass rate at A*- C was 98%.
Read more at the CH website
Summer 2010 A Level results
The Christ's Hospital website has details of this year outstanding A-level results!
24 candidates achieved three or more A grades at A Level, with one scoring four A* grades. And while national results indicate that one-in-12 scored A Level A* this year, Christ’s Hospital achieved a slightly higher ratio of one-in-10..
Read more at the CH website
CHOBA August 2010 Newsletter Available
The CHOBA Aug 2010 Newsletter available to download in pdf format
50 Years On Reunion - REGISTER online
50-Years-On Reunion Wednesday 6th October 2010 for leavers of 1959 and 1960
To book tickets for this event please access the Shop page.
Please follow this link to view a draft programme for the day.
25 Yr Anniversary of Hertford move to Horsham - 25 Sep 10
Saturday 25th September 2010
Tickets can now be bought online in the CHOBA Shop
(NB:- This event is for leavers from 1986 - 1991)
We are organising this event for all Hertford pupils who were transferred to Horsham from 1979 and educated at both sites. This is an opportunity for you to catch up with old friends and visit the School at its Horsham site for what we hope will be a very special occasion.
The programme is available for you to view online or download here
Invitation to Founder's Day Dinner 2010
Christ's Hospital Stewards of Founders Day would like to invite you to Founder's Day Dinner 2010
2010's Founder's Day Dinner will be held at Christ's Hospital, on Saturday 16th October 2010.
Chairman of the Dinner will be Richard Poulton (Head Master 1987-1996) and the Responder will be Fiona Dodd (5’s & Barnes B 1983-1990)The ticket price of £70 is ‘all inclusive’, covering pre dinner drinks, table wines and port with coffee. There is a discounted price of £45 for Old Blues under 28 years of age and those aged 80 or over.
The seating capacity of Dining Hall makes it possible for diners to bring a guest should they wish to do so. In the event of oversubscription, priority will be given eligible diners.
For those wishing to stay overnight, there is the availability, subject to sufficient bookings, of Bed & Breakfast accommodation in the Grecians' Houses (no en suite) at a cost of £40 per person, (download the form below); also enclosed are details of local hotels, attached to Roger Eades's letter.
Cheques for the dinner will be presented to the bank on receipt and this should be taken as confirmation that you have been allocated a ticket.
Please note, and adhere to, the request for the provision of a self-addressed envelope of minimum A5 size, as this will greatly simplify the posting of tickets.
If you would like to book tickets please download an application form, and the B and B application form. For more information, contact Roger Eades at rogereades@o2.co.uk.
Christ's Hospital Leavers' Ball
The Grecians (Upper Sixth) Leavers’ Ball was held on Friday, 2nd July and had an "Alice in Wonderland" theme, with trumpet-playing white rabbits, the Queen of Hearts, servers wearing giant playing cards and the Mad Hatter and March Hare in evidence.
The Ball began with a reception in the Head Master’s garden where, in keeping with the theme, drinks were served in ill-matched crockery and jam tarts given out to all. A dinner dance with a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party followed with dancing to a live band made up of musicians, of whom some were are Old Blues. All this was organised by the Grecians, who elect a pupil committee six months prior to the event, to manage the preparations for the Ball and harness their creative skills in making props for the theme. The Committee was led by two staff, Ian Stannard and Amanda Walsh.
The Ball traditionally takes place on the last night of the academic year and represents the start of a series of traditions that date back centuries. The following day (the leavers’ last day) begins with a formal Chapel service with "The Charge", which has been read for over 450 years. The service is followed by "Beating Retreat", a Band performance enjoyed by parents, students and guests. All in all, these traditions are a fitting end to their education at Christ’s Hospital.
MCC Day at CH (Photos)
The MCC plays against some 280 schools over the course of the summer. They have sent a side to Horsham since the inception of the idea after the First World War. Christ’s Hospital always enjoys this fixture where the 1st XI has its annual chance to pit its cricketing skills against many fine club cricketers and budding professionals. The MCC was captained this year by Patrick Goodwin (Old Blue) who had many regulars in his side. This match was played against the backdrop of the re-opening of the 1st XI pavilion after refurbishment, which was kindly paid for by a wide range of Old Blues. The guests were treated to a fine lunch in the Court Room in the lunch interval where they had the opportunity to meet the players from both sides. Tea was taken by the pavilion during the afternoon’s play. Dennis Silk, (Old Blue) and former Chairman of the Test and County Cricket Board and former President of the MCC, gave a very moving speech in front of the assembled throng about his happy memories of learning his cricket on Big Side under the tutelage of former Warwickshire professional, Len Bates, who served as Head Coach and Head Groundsman between 1936 and 1963. A bust of Len Bates, created by local sculptress, Hannah Stewart, was unveiled in the presence of his son, John Bates, and the rededication ceremony was completed in a very happy atmosphere.
The match itself proved to be a very thrilling one. The MCC took lunch at 106-4. They fought back strongly after the fall of two more wickets after lunch before declaring at 224-7 with Wisborough Green’s, James Sadler making 41. The school was in trouble with three of its best batsmen back in the pavilion at 17-3, but three consecutive 50+ partnerships pulled the game round. Captain, Alex Marsh, made 32 before being bowled by Horsham CC’s, Luke Marshall.
Wicketkeeper, Calvin Williams chipped in with 29, but the two feature innings were played by Sussex under 16, Stuart Whittingham (70), who plays for Roffey, and Angus Doyne-Ditmas (42 not out). The Christ’s Hospital XI passed the MCC’s total with 7 wickets down with just three balls remaining. It was only the school’s second victory over the MCC in the last 40 years. In many ways it was a fitting end to a memorable day.
20 Years On reunion photos published
We were so pleased to welcome 23 Old Blues, their guests and families and would like to thank everyone who joined us for making such a great day!
Here's a selection of photographs from the day... link to photo gallery
If you have more photos which you'd like to share, please do send them on the CHOBA Office.
CHOBA June 2010 Newsletter Available to Download in PDF format
The CHOBA June 2010 Newsletter is now available to download in PDF format
30 Years On Reunion on 22nd May - CANCELLED
It is with regret that we are cancelling the 30 Years On Reunion on Saturday 22nd May due to insufficient numbers.
Tickets available for 20 Years On - 12th June 2010
Saturday 22nd May 2010
Tickets can now be bought online in the CHOBA Shop
(NB:- This event is for leavers from 1989/1990...)
Draft programme: 30 Years On Programme
The ticket price (£18 adults, £7.50 children up to 12) will include lunch and tours during the day - further details in the Events section.
Christ's Hospital Honours its War Dead
On 27th April, representatives of Christ's Hospital, led by the Head Master, Mr John Franklin, and Chaplain, Father Ian Colson, attended a service at St George's Church in Ypres to unveil a plaque donated by an anonymous Old Blue commemorating the 670 Old Blues, and staff, who had made the final sacrifice in all armed conflicts. The school staff and pupils were supported by a small group of Old Blues, the majority of whom had served in the British Army, who later laid a CH crested poppy wreath at the Menin Gate during the Last Post Ceremony.
Further details on the CH website
Old Blues Day Review and Photos
The photo gallery from the day is now available:-
Photos
Old Blues Day 24th April 2010
We were delighted to welcome back 210 Old Blues and 223 guests to Christ’s Hospital on Saturday 24th April.
The generations of Old Blues who came back for the event spanned from leavers of the 1940’s (30) all the way through to 2009 (17) and included a number of Old Blues from Hertford. We were especially pleased to see the Hertford Old Blues as they have become a key part of Old Blues’ Day in Horsham.
The Chairman of CHOBA, Nick Angel, welcomed everyone to Big School, ran through the programme for the day and introduced other CHOBA Board members. Nick then handed over to the Head Master, John Franklin, who highlighted how CH is changing to ensure it remains true to its charitable mission in the context of the current economic climate. The Clerk, David Cooke followed the Head Master’s address and spoke about the Counting House and the School and how they are working very closely together to secure the future success of the school.
As the sun beat down on the Quad many of the visitors made for Big School for an informal chat and coffee. Outside Big School there was a chance to purchase some CH historical merchandise offered by the Museum which included paintings, books and other interesting items from years gone by.
We welcomed back 28 Old Blues for a “10 Years On” drinks reception in Big School, hosted by Kate Atkinson, leaver of 2000 and a CHOBA Board member
As we exited Big School the band struck up and a great many Old Blues watched proceedings from around the Quad, with the sun shining down. Following this, over 150 Old Blues were welcomed back into Big School for an excellent carvery-style lunch. After lunch we filed out for the afternoon activities which included visits to the Museum and Boarding Houses, Art department, Design and Technology, Science school and the Library, a debate in Court Room and a chance to use the Astronomy Club’s telescope to view sun spots, not to mention savouring Nepalese food served by pupils in the Quad. There were also a number of cricket fixtures taking place with Old Blues and school teams during the afternoon.
Following on from the success of the Grecians’ Fayre last year, this year’s Grecians were raising money to have a fountain installed in the pond in the Garden Quad. Last years Grecians’ Gift - a wonderful sundial - was unveiled on the day. The Grecians manned stalls in the Garden Quad serving tea, coffee and some superb iced cakes which they had baked themselves.
A number of Old Blues then headed off to the Riches Lecture Theatre for an interesting talk from Mr Roy Salisbury, former Clerk of the Foundation, on “The History of the Counting House”.
The day was ended perfectly with afternoon tea in the Dining Hall followed by an Evensong in Chapel, complete with a mixed choir of Old Blues and present pupils singing with congregational participation under the direction of Head of Music, Adrian Bawtree.
It was lovely to see so many Old Blues of different ages and it was nice that so many brought their families back for the first time (below is a selection of feedback received from the Old Blue community). For all, it was a happy occasion and an opportunity to renew old acquaintances.
“Thank you for such an enjoyable day. The welcome in Big School set the scene for the day, and the programme unfolded beautifully. I had planned to start my journey home after tea, but was persuaded to stay for Evensong. In all, a most rewarding day, reviving old memories and making some new ones.”
“I visited for Old Blues Day and had a lovely day despite only leaving as a Grecian nine months ago.”
“Splendid food and cheerful children.”
“It was very enjoyable – lots going on, beautiful weather and an excellent lunch!”
Tony Ray-Jones Photographs (CH 1950-1957)
In his short life Tony Ray-Jones became one of the finest young photographers of his generation capturing the English, its rituals and customs at the end of the vibrant sixties. Promoting photography as an art form, he depicted a witty social commentary of the British people, leaving a legacy that continues to be an inspiration to new generations of photographers. His work is in private and public collections worldwide.
The exhibition and discussion panel together provide a unique opportunity to learn about a man who created some of the most memorable images of the British and whose overall approach to his medium helped shape what many consider to be the greatest ever generation of British photographers.
Tony Ray-Jones Exhibition opening Friday 26th November 4-6pm.
Discussion of Tony Ray-Jones' work and life at 6.15pm.
The exhibition will be open by appointment only for members of the public from Monday 29th November to Thursday 9th December in the Christ’s Hospital Art Department, First Floor Gallery.
If you would like to attend the private view and discussion, or the exhibition on viewing days, please contact Lisa Williams on 07973 143170 or lisasamos@yahoo.com.
Christ's Hospital Heritage Postcards by Clifford Jones
CHRIST’S HOSPITAL HERITAGE.
POSTCARDS
by Clifford Jones
Since 1901 more than 1000 postcards have been published featuring Christ’s Hospital and it is possible to build up a fascinating and easily stored collection. This book includes rare cards of the School in London, pictures of events at Hertford before the site was closed in 1985, and many cards relating to the School at Horsham.
‘An excellent publication, full of interesting material, presented in a very readable way.’
Read about the early history of The Blue, the School band, the original railway station, the School’s post office, and the original colours of the house games shirts.
Why are the boarding houses so named? Who opened the New Science School, arriving by an aeroplane that he landed on Big Side? What was on the menu in 1913? What happened in the days before television when an attempt was made to tune into a radio broadcast in 1922? What is the story of the Dominions Library? And much more.
48 pages, full of detail about the School in the last century and with 150 illustrations.
Price £9.50 plus £1.50 UK postage for first booklet & 50p for any additional booklets.
All income goes towards funding the work of the Museum.
To order a copy please post all orders to The Counting House (Museum), Christ’s Hospital, Horsham, West Sussex RH13 0YP. Cheques to be made payable to Christ’s Hospital.
Old Blues Day - Urgent - Tours of the Tube have been cancelled
Tours of the Tube on Old Blues Day have been cancelled due to unforeseen staff absence caused by the volcanic activity in Iceland. Apologies for the inconvenience caused.
NEW DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
Lesley Humphreys has been appointed as Director of Development, taking up her new role in June. She will lead the Development team in a focused effort to reinvigorate fundraising - an effort that is vital to enabling Christ’s Hospital to remain true to its mission of providing an outstanding education to disadvantaged children regardless of their means.
Lesley is currently Marketing & Development Director at Millfield, the largest co-educational boarding school in the UK where, among her many accomplishments she built the school’s development programme.
60+ Years On reunion photos published
60+ Years On
We were so pleased to welcome so many Old Blues, and would like to thank everyone who joined us for making such a great day!
Here's a selection of feedback we've received from the day...
“A heart-warming, interesting, and well organised day on Wednesday last. I could not fail to be impressed by what the Headmaster told us. Looking back to 1941-8 the facilities and attitudes have changed so much for the better, yet through life I realised what a good start I was given even back then. With the world now so much more complex and demanding I imagine that these improvements are not luxuries, they are vitally needed. Thanks again to all involved for a truly memorable day.”
“Thank you and all involved in the organisation of what I, and I am sure all my fellow ancient Old Blues, thought was a fantastic day yesterday. I was greatly impressed at the pupils themselves, who are adapting to the many changes of modern life, without departing from the ancient traditions and ethos of Housey. I am very proud, and consider myself extremely lucky to be an Old Blue.”
“A big thank you to all who were involved in organising and hosting the 60+ Reunion for us Veteran (and Vintage?) OBs. After the wonderful Chapel Service and splendid Band Parade, a tasty lunch and non stop talking with, or listening to, the reminiscences of contemporaries and an exhausting day of travel (2 hours each way) I returned home exhausted but very glad to have been able to attend the event.”
“Many thanks indeed for all your work in organising such a splendid day yesterday. It made an occasion which will be remembered for a very long time”
Photos
We've uploaded a selection of photos from the day. If you more which you'd like to share, please do send them on the CHOBA Office.
Link to photos:- Photo Gallery
USA Friends of Christ's Hospital - info
Friends of Christ's Hospital was incorporated in July 2001 by US Old Blues. The Corporation is organized exclusively for charitable purposes, operated entirely by volunteers, and receives the bulk of its funds from alumni donations. The majority of its donations are made in response to grant requests from the Christ's Hospital Foundation.
A number of newsletters, financial summary, annual report and a letter from the FCH Board have been published on in the
Friends of Christ's Hospital Section page
10 Years On Reunion Further Details Published
Further details of the 10 Years On Reunion (combined with Old Blues Day) on Saturday 24th of April are now available on a dedicated page in the Events section.
A chance to see top rugby talent in action! - Sunday 7th March 2010
Following the great success of the 2009 Sussex Open Sevens, another top event will be on Sunday, 7th March 2010 in the picturesque grounds of Christ’s Hospital.
Boys from 32 of the top rugby playing schools in the country will compete at this year’s Sussex Open Sevens, with 16 girls’ teams also joining the competition. Now a regular and top event in the country, this launches the Sevens Festival Week which includes the U-13 and U-15 Tournament for boys at Christ’s Hospital.
Further details can be found on the Christ's Hospital website http://www.christs-hospital.org.uk in the latest school news section
A leaflet with further details is here:- in Adobe Acrobat pdf format (5meg)
Old 4's Newsletter - Feb 10
The latest Old 4s newsletter is available to view in the Sections pages of the website.
Link to the Old 4s section page
OB Golfing Society 2010 - Newsletter & Form
Old Blues Golfing Society have published their latest Newsletter, giving details of their events for 2010, including Spring Meeting (Mon 29th March), Masters' matches (Wed 13th April and Tue 31st Aug) and Autumn Meeting (Tue 14th September)
Further details, along with an entry form for events, can be found in the
Golfing Society Section page
Requiem In Blue CD available to Buy
Requiem in Blue is an amazing amalgam of classical, jazz, blues and folk styles that combine to give voice to an outpouring of deep emotion. This recording is a professional, studio production of the piece first performed by Christ's Hospital to rave reviews at the Barbican concert in 2003 to mark the 450th anniversary. The performers include Schola Cantorum, jazz and classical vocalists, senior members of the Junior Girls' Choir and some fine jazz instrumentalists as well as Harvey Brough himself on guitar.
The cost of this CD is £6 including UK p&p. (contact the office for overseas prices)
Buy your copy in the CHOBA Shop
60+ Years On Reunion - REGISTER online
60+ Years-On Reunion (Leavers of 1950 or before) Wed 24th Mar 2010
Due to an unprecedented demand we have no further spaces available for this event.
More details can be found on the dedicated event page
(Online booking is now closed for this event)
Old Blues Day 2010 - REGISTER online
Old Blues, their guests and all CHOBA members are always welcome visitors at Christ’s Hospital, and we're delighted to invite you back this year on Saturday 24th April 2010!
Further details, including an outline programme of events, can be found on the
Old Blues Day 2010 page.
REGISTER
Please note that you MUST pre-register before the day to let us know you’re coming for security reasons regarding the school, and also because numbers for some activities are limited, and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. We will also require numbers on any free activities to assess the viability of running events.
You can register ONLINE quickly and easily (and help reduce our administration costs) via the CHOBA Online Shop.
Alternatively, you can download an order form [1.4Mb] and return it to the CHOBA Office.
For any further enquiries regarding Old Blues’ Day, please contact the CHOBA Office.
The Blue 2008/2009 - ORDER NOW!
The Blue annual School magazine is still available to order from the online shop.
Further stock is now available - while stocks last.
The Blue is the annual School magazine, reflecting the year 2008/2009. Once again this high quality publication is available to purchase, the articles cover a whole range of activities including Sport, Music, Drama, Creative Writing and Art, it also includes a CD of the best of CH music.
The price is £10.00 inc. UK p&p - contact the office for international orders.
Order your copy online in the CHOBA Shop
2010 Christ's Hospital Reunion Programme Dates
The CHOBA is delighted to announce the 2010 programme of events being held at CH.
We are welcoming back Old Blues on their 10,20,30,40,50 and 60+ year anniversaries to re-visit the site and see how it has changed and meet up with their peers and teaching staff, including the Head Master and Clerk. These events include lunch in Court Room, visits to Boarding Houses and school departments, which proved a great success at last years' reunions.
We also have Old Blues Day, open to all Old Blues and their families, planned for April 24th 2010.
To access these dates visit the events page.
Any queries concerning these events, please contact the CHOBA Administrator
New range of merchandise for 2010
A new range of CH merchandise for 2010 is now available, and can be ordered online via the CHOBA Shop.
Our new stock includes:-
- CH silk single crested tie
- a new range of cufflinks
- hooded sweatshirt
- polo shirt
- fleece jacket
- rugby shirt
To order please visit our Online shop or contact the CHOBA Administrator.
CH Experiences - share yours to help CH
In our quest to raise awareness of Christ’s Hospital’s ethos to help us raise funds and communicate its valuable purpose to wide audiences, we are frequently asked for real-life examples of how CH has transformed lives. It would be enormously helpful to have at our fingertips, some Case Studies based on your experiences, that we can use to demonstrate this point and which you would be happy for us to use, either in conversation or in printed form.
If you are interested in helping us in this way, follow the link for more details, including some examples and a template to complete:-
www.chassociation.org/chexperience
East Sussex CHOBA Section has new lunch venue
Following the unexpected closure of the previous pub used for East Sussex section lunches, they have now found the ideal alternative venue at The Cock Inn near Lewes and have booked for the first Wednesday of every month throughout 2010.
The Cock Inn is situated just beside the A26 between Lewes and Uckfield and their address is: Uckfield Road, Nr Ringmer, East Sussex. BN8 5RX and their website link is: www.cockpub.co.uk.
Further details can be found in the East Sussex Section page
Read more in the News Archive....
Link to the CHA News feed. Or view the CHA News on your mobile phone - http://www.chassociation.org/mobile