Old Waconians

our alumni community

A Lifelong Community

Being an Old Waconian means you’re part of a vibrant, lifelong community connected by shared experiences and a rich history.

We are incredibly proud of our alumni and love to hear about your achievements since leaving CHS.

connect. contribute. celebrate

Every former student and staff member automatically becomes an Old Waconian, a name that honours our school’s founding as The Warehousemen and Clerks’ Orphan Schools in 1855.

Join our dedicated CHS Community platform to reconnect with former classmates, find out about our events, explore opportunities to give back, join our Old Waconian mentoring programme and stay updated on all things CHS.

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Lost Old Waconians

Let's reconnect

Over the years we have lost contact with some of our Old Waconians and would very much like to hear from them again. If you are in contact with any alumni who have not heard from us for a while, or who are concerned that they may not be on our mailing lists, please encourage them to make contact with us via er@chschool.co.uk and we will gladly update their contact details.

Old Waconian Events

From CHS TO THE CITY

From annual reunions to career talks, dinners to sports matches, our events programme offers fantastic opportunities to reconnect with fellow Old Waconians and the School.

view our upcoming events

Your stories. Your memories

Old waconian magazine

We love to share updates about our Old Waconians and their lives “Beyond the Green Door”. Our annual Old Waconian magazine is packed with news, features, and updates from the CHS community.

READ THE LATEST ISSUE

From expertise to opportunities

give back and volunteer

Our CHS community is rich with talent, knowledge, and experience, thanks to our dedicated Old Waconians and parents. Whether you have an hour to spare or a week to dedicate, your contribution can profoundly impact our current student and Early Career Old Waconians, helping them explore future pathways and develop vital skills.

explore volunteering opportunities

Old Waconian Awards

Celebrating impact and contribtuion

Each year, we proudly shine a spotlight on the incredible accomplishments of our former students and staff through the Old Waconian Awards. These awards are our way of recognising the outstanding contributions you make, not only in your chosen fields but also to the vibrant CHS community and beyond.

Nominations are now open for the 2026 awards in the following categories:

Distinguished Old Waconian Award
Old Waconian Early Career Award
Old Waconian Contribution Award

NOMINATE AN OLD WACONIAN

Giving back to help the next generation of Waconians

bursary campaign

From funding life-changing bursaries to mentoring current students, Old Waconians have always played a vital role in shaping the future of CHS.

Many choose to give back by supporting bursaries, opening the door to a CHS education for talented young people who might not otherwise have the opportunity.

“CHS gave me opportunities I could never have imagined — supporting bursaries is my way of making sure the same is possible for the next generation.”

Our 1 in 6 campaign builds on this tradition, aiming to increase the number of students on bursary places from 1 in 11 to 1 in 6 by 2030.

1 in 6 campaign

Meet your Alumni Board

OWs across decades and borders

The Alumni Board plays a crucial role in shaping the future of our Old Waconian community. Comprised of dedicated former students and staff from across the decades, this board provides invaluable guidance and support for CHS’s alumni relations program.

Meet the Board members

CHS Archives

our shared history

Our archives hold an extensive collection of photographs, documents, and artefacts, chronicling the journey of CHS, its pupils, and staff since 1855. Discover your connection to our enduring legacy, search the archive for items of interest, and learn how you can contribute by donating materials to preserve our history for future generations.