At Wirral Grammar School for Boys we are very proud of our alumni who collectively represent the breadth and strength of our curriculum as well as our history and socially inclusive culture. Many of our alumni, affectionately known as Old Wirralians, maintain a special lifelong connection to WGSB, with many friendships lasting a lifetime.
Old Wirralians can be found near and far, local to school, across the UK or further afield across the globe. Their talents and experiences are of great value to current students, supporting mock interviews, work experience placements and careers talks. And so, from time to time, we may put out a request for alumni support. Please help to promote our endeavours through your network by forwarding, ‘liking’, tweeting and connecting via Linked-In etc. Please consider joining our Old Wirralians Alumni Association by clicking on the link button below. Membership is free.
Old Wirralians Alumni Association
Sharing the stories of our alumni is important. We believe our current and prospective students are inspired by the success and advice of those who have travelled the path before them. Alumni reflections provide insight which helps students shape their further education and/or career choices. We’re grateful to Old Wirralians for taking the time to participate in the ‘Your Story’ feature.
If you’re an Old Wirralian who’d like to share your story, please get in touch, we’d love to hear from you: alumni@wirralgrammarboys.com
Finally, the world of web-based communication is great, but it is no substitute for personal contact. I am always delighted to welcome back former students, so if you are in the area and want to touch-base with your old school you will always be very welcome here.
Very best wishes for your continued success and happiness.
Kind Regards,
Simon Ascroft
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