Having left after their A Levels in the summer, our new Old Georgians have had a chance to get used to life away from school, pursuing the next stage of their lives whether it be university or a gap year.

They received a warm welcome back with the full red carpet treatment, commencing with a champagne and canapé reception before the prize-giving ceremony in the Chapel. With over 300 in attendance, the atmosphere was charged with excitement as Old Georgians and their families caught up with friends.

Mr Jon Carr, Head of Sixth Form, led the service with an address from Headmistress Mrs Rachel Owens and an outstanding speech from OG Issy Carey. Issy left St George’s in 2020 with a hockey scholarship combined with architecture at Stanford University in America, however, plans drastically changed when the university decided to cut 11 sports including hockey. A place was still offered but it was a non-athletic place which Issy declined. Issy talked about change and how to embrace what life throws at you. It was an incredibly inspiring speech and left the audience completely in awe.

As the service moved onto the important presentation of A Level Certificates and Prizes, Issy was delighted to help Mrs Owens present, shake hands and celebrate all our student’s achievements. In addition to the A Level Certificates for all, 39 prizes were awarded.

Father Martin concluded the service with a blessing before everyone joined in a rousing rendition of the School Hymn. Finishing with the line, By AMORE ET LABORE, that we may live in peace, it sounded exactly the right end note to a truly uplifting evening.

Many students then went to a local pub for their first OG reunion event. We look forward to hearing from them as OGs long into the future.

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