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Blundell’s is back to its lively self after a quiet few months on campus for me and the team. The start of this academic year feels especially momentous, with the school returning in the new uniform and celebrating exceptional GCSE and A-Level results. We're also excited about a major step forward in our students' educational experience with the introduction of laptops for every pupil in all lessons.
Welcome also to all the new OBs who will be receiving the Popham Post for the first time since leaving Blundell’s.
All the best,
(W1991-96)
As always, feel free to reach out to me or the team with any thoughts, feedback or event ideas (t.cowle@blundells.org).
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The Snow Ball
We are thrilled to announce the Blundell's Community Snow Ball, a festive event open to all members of our school community! Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, laughter, and dancing as we come together to mark the season in style.
Early bird tickets are now on sale at £60 per person until the 12th October.
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1970s & 1980s OB Reunion
We would like to warmly invite all of our OB’s who were here in the 1970s and 1980s for a grand reunion on Friday 27th September.
It will be a great occasion to reconnect, share memories, and catch up on life after Blundell’s. The evening includes reception drinks and food.
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50 Years of Girls
As we prepare to celebrate 50 years of girls at Blundell's in 2025, we invite our alumni to share their memories, photos, and memorabilia from their time at the school.
We are especially keen to hear from our female alumni willing to be interviewed and share their stories.
Contact us at 50yearsofgirls@blundells.org
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Exam Success
We've had an incredible summer celebrating our pupils' fantastic exam results.
For the second year in a row, over 80% of A-Level grades were A* to B, and 90% of pupils secured their first or second choice university.
Our GCSE results were our best ever, with 41% of grades at 8 or 9, and 22 pupils achieving an average grade of 8.0 or higher.
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Calling All Green Careers Professionals!
As part of our Y12/13 enrichment program, we are organising an exciting event on Friday 8th November, focused on careers that contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and sustainability. We are looking for professionals and companies working in green careers to join us and share their expertise. This is a fantastic opportunity to:
- Introduce your business and the work you do
- Engage with enthusiastic students keen to learn about career paths in sustainability
- Participate in a panel Q&A
If you or someone in your network works in sustainability, conservation, or any related field, we'd love to have you on board! Please get in touch, and help us inspire the next generation of green leaders - email Tom on t.cowle@blundells.org
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1974 1st XV Rugby Reunion
On Saturday 14th September, the 1st XV from 1974 came back to Blundell’s to celebrate their 50th reunion. The sun was shining as we welcomed back the players, enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Beale Centre, and shared in the excitement with parents cheering on the Blundell’s 1st XV in their match against Millfield. A big thank you to Rob Cole (OH 1970-75) for all his support and for awarding a special Man of the Match trophy.
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A fantastic day of Blundell's Touch Rugby!
On Sunday, 15th September, we proudly hosted the fourth Blundell’s Community Touch Rugby Tournament, welcoming 12 men's teams and, for the first time, 4 ladies' teams. Teams included Old Blundellians, The Scrummy Mummies, Westlake House OB's, Blundell's Braves Touch Rugby Club, Kings Taunton, Millfield, Blundell’s Belles, Sherborne, our own Blundell's staff team, and an invitational side run by our Director of Rugby, Tony Yap.
It was a day filled with camaraderie, great sportsmanship, and fantastic support from our Prep and Senior School parent committees.
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Best Wishes from The Development Office, Old Blundellian Club & Archives
Tom Cowle (W 1991-96), Director of Development
Katie Kogler (NC 2003-10), Events Coordinator
Linda Bulpin, Development Coordinator
Catherine Flavelle, Archivist
Janet Wooff (GH 1980-82), Old Blundellian Club Secretary
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Development Office
Email: devoffice@blundells.org
Phone: 01884 232324
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The Old Blundellian Club
Email: obclub@obclub.co.uk
Phone: 01884 232010
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Archive
Email: archive@blundells.org
Phone: 01884 232420
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