KES Old Edwardians
@kesoea.bsky.social
Old Edwardians of King Edward VI School, Stratford-upon-Avon
✨ Happy Diwali! ✨
Wishing all in the Old Edwardians community who celebrate a joyous Festival of Lights. May your homes be filled with happiness, peace, and prosperity.
#HappyDiwali #OldEdwardians #FestivalOfLights
Wishing all in the Old Edwardians community who celebrate a joyous Festival of Lights. May your homes be filled with happiness, peace, and prosperity.
#HappyDiwali #OldEdwardians #FestivalOfLights
October 20, 2025 at 10:08 AM
✨ Happy Diwali! ✨
Wishing all in the Old Edwardians community who celebrate a joyous Festival of Lights. May your homes be filled with happiness, peace, and prosperity.
#HappyDiwali #OldEdwardians #FestivalOfLights
Wishing all in the Old Edwardians community who celebrate a joyous Festival of Lights. May your homes be filled with happiness, peace, and prosperity.
#HappyDiwali #OldEdwardians #FestivalOfLights
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Congratulations and good luck to OE Sam Erskine (KES 2016-2023) on being appointed as Exeter University 1st XV Captain.
September 24, 2025 at 8:53 AM
Congratulations and good luck to OE Sam Erskine (KES 2016-2023) on being appointed as Exeter University 1st XV Captain.
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Celebrate European Day of Languages!
Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of languages and cultures across Europe. Discover new words in our foreign languages collection, try out some tongue twisters, and learn how language connects us all. Visit the library this Friday for more.
Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of languages and cultures across Europe. Discover new words in our foreign languages collection, try out some tongue twisters, and learn how language connects us all. Visit the library this Friday for more.
September 25, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Celebrate European Day of Languages!
Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of languages and cultures across Europe. Discover new words in our foreign languages collection, try out some tongue twisters, and learn how language connects us all. Visit the library this Friday for more.
Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of languages and cultures across Europe. Discover new words in our foreign languages collection, try out some tongue twisters, and learn how language connects us all. Visit the library this Friday for more.
The last of this year's benefactors' sporting fixtures takes place on Wednesday 10th September. The Rowing Regatta 🚣will take place at Stratford-upon-Avon Boat Club starting at 6pm. Come &see if the School can win to make this year's overall score a draw against the Old Eds!
@kes-sport.bsky.social
@kes-sport.bsky.social
September 9, 2025 at 12:49 PM
The last of this year's benefactors' sporting fixtures takes place on Wednesday 10th September. The Rowing Regatta 🚣will take place at Stratford-upon-Avon Boat Club starting at 6pm. Come &see if the School can win to make this year's overall score a draw against the Old Eds!
@kes-sport.bsky.social
@kes-sport.bsky.social
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We're looking forward to the 3 Benefactors' Series sports fixtures this afternoon:
4pm - Netball, LFH
5.15pm - Rugby, MR
7pm - Hockey, MR
@kesoea.bsky.social are leading 2.5-0.5, so we need good performances from the school. All welcome to spectate!
4pm - Netball, LFH
5.15pm - Rugby, MR
7pm - Hockey, MR
@kesoea.bsky.social are leading 2.5-0.5, so we need good performances from the school. All welcome to spectate!
September 5, 2025 at 6:26 AM
We're looking forward to the 3 Benefactors' Series sports fixtures this afternoon:
4pm - Netball, LFH
5.15pm - Rugby, MR
7pm - Hockey, MR
@kesoea.bsky.social are leading 2.5-0.5, so we need good performances from the school. All welcome to spectate!
4pm - Netball, LFH
5.15pm - Rugby, MR
7pm - Hockey, MR
@kesoea.bsky.social are leading 2.5-0.5, so we need good performances from the school. All welcome to spectate!
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SportKES will be providing drinks during the rugby and hockey Benefactors' fixtures at Manor Road later today (Old Edwardians v current 1st teams)
5.15pm - Rugby
7pm - Hockey
Come along for a drink and to watch some competive matches!
5.15pm - Rugby
7pm - Hockey
Come along for a drink and to watch some competive matches!
KES Old Edwardians (@kesoea.bsky.social)
Old Edwardians of King Edward VI School, Stratford-upon-Avon
kesoea.bsky.social
September 5, 2025 at 8:57 AM
SportKES will be providing drinks during the rugby and hockey Benefactors' fixtures at Manor Road later today (Old Edwardians v current 1st teams)
5.15pm - Rugby
7pm - Hockey
Come along for a drink and to watch some competive matches!
5.15pm - Rugby
7pm - Hockey
Come along for a drink and to watch some competive matches!
Benefactors’ fixtures return this week, with 2 matches at the newly developed Manor Road.
Fri 5 Sep:
🏐4pm Netball (LFH)
🏉5.15pm Rugby (Manor Rd)
🏑7pm Hockey (Manor Rd)
Wed 10 Sep:
🚣6pm Rowing Regatta (Stratford Boat Club)
Come support the teams!
@kes-sport.bsky.social
@kes-stratford.bsky.social
Fri 5 Sep:
🏐4pm Netball (LFH)
🏉5.15pm Rugby (Manor Rd)
🏑7pm Hockey (Manor Rd)
Wed 10 Sep:
🚣6pm Rowing Regatta (Stratford Boat Club)
Come support the teams!
@kes-sport.bsky.social
@kes-stratford.bsky.social
September 4, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Benefactors’ fixtures return this week, with 2 matches at the newly developed Manor Road.
Fri 5 Sep:
🏐4pm Netball (LFH)
🏉5.15pm Rugby (Manor Rd)
🏑7pm Hockey (Manor Rd)
Wed 10 Sep:
🚣6pm Rowing Regatta (Stratford Boat Club)
Come support the teams!
@kes-sport.bsky.social
@kes-stratford.bsky.social
Fri 5 Sep:
🏐4pm Netball (LFH)
🏉5.15pm Rugby (Manor Rd)
🏑7pm Hockey (Manor Rd)
Wed 10 Sep:
🚣6pm Rowing Regatta (Stratford Boat Club)
Come support the teams!
@kes-sport.bsky.social
@kes-stratford.bsky.social
Join us for a truly special evening with Martin Bayfield, former England rugby star and the body & stunt double for Hagrid in the Harry Potter films!
👉 Scan the QR code on the poster or follow this link to book your tickers: www.ticketsource.co.uk/kes/an-evening-with-martin-bayfield/e-pbepad
👉 Scan the QR code on the poster or follow this link to book your tickers: www.ticketsource.co.uk/kes/an-evening-with-martin-bayfield/e-pbepad
July 18, 2025 at 8:41 AM
Join us for a truly special evening with Martin Bayfield, former England rugby star and the body & stunt double for Hagrid in the Harry Potter films!
👉 Scan the QR code on the poster or follow this link to book your tickers: www.ticketsource.co.uk/kes/an-evening-with-martin-bayfield/e-pbepad
👉 Scan the QR code on the poster or follow this link to book your tickers: www.ticketsource.co.uk/kes/an-evening-with-martin-bayfield/e-pbepad
A group of Old Eds will be embarking on a 2nd trip to perform at Edinburgh Fringe Fest. Inspired by their trip when they were in the 6th Form, they’re taking a new play written & produced by Esme Cornish : Bluffstone is Starvin' from 2nd-13th Aug edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/bluffstone-is-starvin
July 17, 2025 at 10:02 AM
A group of Old Eds will be embarking on a 2nd trip to perform at Edinburgh Fringe Fest. Inspired by their trip when they were in the 6th Form, they’re taking a new play written & produced by Esme Cornish : Bluffstone is Starvin' from 2nd-13th Aug edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/bluffstone-is-starvin
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William ‘Bill’ Alfred Haywood started @kes-stratford.bsky.social in 1934. His son is on holiday in the Loire Valley and saw last night’s concert advertised. It was lovely to chat to him after the concert to hear about his father’s memories of being at school. @kesoea.bsky.social
July 16, 2025 at 8:06 AM
William ‘Bill’ Alfred Haywood started @kes-stratford.bsky.social in 1934. His son is on holiday in the Loire Valley and saw last night’s concert advertised. It was lovely to chat to him after the concert to hear about his father’s memories of being at school. @kesoea.bsky.social
Just a note to let you know that the School closes for the summer today at 1pm. The office will be closed during the holidays, but emails will be checked intermittently. Thank you for your patience if it takes a little longer to hear back from us. Wishing all our former students a wonderful summer!☀️
July 16, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Just a note to let you know that the School closes for the summer today at 1pm. The office will be closed during the holidays, but emails will be checked intermittently. Thank you for your patience if it takes a little longer to hear back from us. Wishing all our former students a wonderful summer!☀️
Yesterday, our A-Level Drama students were treated to an inspiring & energetic workshop led by Millennial Wizard Theatre, a dynamic company proudly founded & run by Old Eds!
A huge thank you to the team for sharing their expertise & reminding us all of the power of the arts to connect and inspire. 🎭
A huge thank you to the team for sharing their expertise & reminding us all of the power of the arts to connect and inspire. 🎭
July 15, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Yesterday, our A-Level Drama students were treated to an inspiring & energetic workshop led by Millennial Wizard Theatre, a dynamic company proudly founded & run by Old Eds!
A huge thank you to the team for sharing their expertise & reminding us all of the power of the arts to connect and inspire. 🎭
A huge thank you to the team for sharing their expertise & reminding us all of the power of the arts to connect and inspire. 🎭
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With these three poppies our total is now 900. A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed to this brilliant number. Please do continue to bring any donations in to reception.
July 14, 2025 at 8:04 PM
With these three poppies our total is now 900. A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed to this brilliant number. Please do continue to bring any donations in to reception.
We're delighted to share that Old Edwardians Laura Coles & Sam Harrison-Ray (Class of 2016) tied the knot on 24th of May at Selly Manor surrounded by family and friends. Wishing them a lifetime of love & happiness! 💙✨ #KESOEA #KESStratford #WeddingBells
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July 10, 2025 at 12:42 PM
We're delighted to share that Old Edwardians Laura Coles & Sam Harrison-Ray (Class of 2016) tied the knot on 24th of May at Selly Manor surrounded by family and friends. Wishing them a lifetime of love & happiness! 💙✨ #KESOEA #KESStratford #WeddingBells
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@kes-stratford.bsky.social
We had some more Old Eds come into School recently - thank you for visiting Eddie and Maddie!
July 1, 2025 at 1:33 PM
We had some more Old Eds come into School recently - thank you for visiting Eddie and Maddie!
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Thank you to everyone who came to the Town Hall to mark #armedforcesday. A special thank you to our standard bearers as well as Hugo from @kes-stratford.bsky.social for playing a joyful fanfare. @kes-music.bsky.social
Thank you to the brave men and women serving in our Forces, yesterday & today.
Thank you to the brave men and women serving in our Forces, yesterday & today.
June 28, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Thank you to everyone who came to the Town Hall to mark #armedforcesday. A special thank you to our standard bearers as well as Hugo from @kes-stratford.bsky.social for playing a joyful fanfare. @kes-music.bsky.social
Thank you to the brave men and women serving in our Forces, yesterday & today.
Thank you to the brave men and women serving in our Forces, yesterday & today.
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Good to see some familiar Old Edwardians busking in Stratford to raise money for their Edinburgh Fringe Festival performances this summer. #StringCheeseTheatre
June 23, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Good to see some familiar Old Edwardians busking in Stratford to raise money for their Edinburgh Fringe Festival performances this summer. #StringCheeseTheatre
Please contact Mrs Knipe on YK@kes.net to collect you exam certificates.
June 10, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Please contact Mrs Knipe on YK@kes.net to collect you exam certificates.
Last week, two Old Edwardians returned @kes-stratford.bsky.social to speak with Year 8s for Communities Day.
Jason Savidge, co-founder of Stratford Energy Solutions Ltd, and Owen Farmer, founder of Dynamic Apps Ltd, shared their career journeys.
Brilliant to see alumni inspiring the next generation.
Jason Savidge, co-founder of Stratford Energy Solutions Ltd, and Owen Farmer, founder of Dynamic Apps Ltd, shared their career journeys.
Brilliant to see alumni inspiring the next generation.
June 10, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Last week, two Old Edwardians returned @kes-stratford.bsky.social to speak with Year 8s for Communities Day.
Jason Savidge, co-founder of Stratford Energy Solutions Ltd, and Owen Farmer, founder of Dynamic Apps Ltd, shared their career journeys.
Brilliant to see alumni inspiring the next generation.
Jason Savidge, co-founder of Stratford Energy Solutions Ltd, and Owen Farmer, founder of Dynamic Apps Ltd, shared their career journeys.
Brilliant to see alumni inspiring the next generation.
Today marks 80 years since VE Day, a time to remember courage, sacrifice, and the fight for peace. 🇬🇧
We're also saddened to share that Philip Sweet, Old Ed and D-Day veteran, passed away peacefully in his sleep last week at 100. Philip’s bravery and life of service will never be forgotten.
#VEDay80
We're also saddened to share that Philip Sweet, Old Ed and D-Day veteran, passed away peacefully in his sleep last week at 100. Philip’s bravery and life of service will never be forgotten.
#VEDay80
May 8, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Today marks 80 years since VE Day, a time to remember courage, sacrifice, and the fight for peace. 🇬🇧
We're also saddened to share that Philip Sweet, Old Ed and D-Day veteran, passed away peacefully in his sleep last week at 100. Philip’s bravery and life of service will never be forgotten.
#VEDay80
We're also saddened to share that Philip Sweet, Old Ed and D-Day veteran, passed away peacefully in his sleep last week at 100. Philip’s bravery and life of service will never be forgotten.
#VEDay80
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We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of D-Day veteran OE Philip Sweet (KES 1936-41). His bravery and humility were an inspiration to us all, and we will remember him with great affection and pride. Our thoughts are with his family and many friends at this time.
May 3, 2025 at 8:40 AM
We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of D-Day veteran OE Philip Sweet (KES 1936-41). His bravery and humility were an inspiration to us all, and we will remember him with great affection and pride. Our thoughts are with his family and many friends at this time.
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Today we are flying the Union Jack above School to commemorate Victory in Europe Day, which marks the end of the WWII in Europe. We remember those who fought for our freedoms and we pay tribute to those who died doing so.
May 8, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Today we are flying the Union Jack above School to commemorate Victory in Europe Day, which marks the end of the WWII in Europe. We remember those who fought for our freedoms and we pay tribute to those who died doing so.
It’s been a full weekend of birthday celebrations for the bard from the Birthday Parade lead by the School & accompanied by some Old Eds yesterday & the Shakespeare Service at Holy Trinity today where the Captain of School presented the quill alongside his fellow prefects @kes-stratford.bsky.social
April 27, 2025 at 6:37 PM
It’s been a full weekend of birthday celebrations for the bard from the Birthday Parade lead by the School & accompanied by some Old Eds yesterday & the Shakespeare Service at Holy Trinity today where the Captain of School presented the quill alongside his fellow prefects @kes-stratford.bsky.social
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Thank you to the outgoing Senior Prefects (and Sennen and Gareth) for representing the School at this morning’s Shakespeare Service, the final act of their tenure. Superb ambassadors as always!
April 27, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Thank you to the outgoing Senior Prefects (and Sennen and Gareth) for representing the School at this morning’s Shakespeare Service, the final act of their tenure. Superb ambassadors as always!