Southern Grammar School For Boys
Portsmouth 1888-1975
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Welcome
This website, which has been developed by former pupils of the Southern Grammar School for Boys, Portsmouth (Old Secundrians), records the history of the school from its inception in 1888 until 1975 when, under UK government reforms, it became a comprehensive school.
Our aim is to develop the site using contributions from many former pupils and staff - not just one or two individuals - and we seek your active involvement in this respect; there is more about that in the Old Secundrians and Contributors sections. Having found your way to the site we very much hope that you will now take the next step by getting involved and let us have your contribution.
Latest News
News Updates
Latest news appears here...
In Memoriam
Death of Michael Powell (YoE 1952)
We are saddened to hear from Rosemary Powell of the death of her husband Michael Powell (YoE 1952).
Our sincere condolences to Rosemary and the family.
Death of Fred Martin (YoE 1954)
We have learned from David & Mike Quinton (YoE 1957) of the death of Fred Martin (YoE 1954) on Frdiay 28th July in in Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth. He had been battling cancer for some time. Our condolences to his family and friends.
Death of Paul Frostick (YoE 1971)
We are sad to report the death of Paul Frostick (YoE 1971) on 2nd July 2023. Thanks to Neil Hawkins for letting us know and condolences go to Pau's family and friends.
Sad news - Gloria Waite
We are very sorry to learn that Gloria Waite, widow of Dickie Waite (yoe 1938) passed away on 8th June.
Messages & Notices
Urgent Notice - All Members
Please can all members inform us if there has been any change to their email or postal address has changed.
We are getting nearly 30 email bounces on the latest newsletter distribution.
Thank you
Bob Hawthorne
Secretary
E-Book by John Burden (YoE 1958)
I have just finished reading a book written and published by one of our contemporaries. Published in eBook and paperback form, “The Time of Our Lives: Growing Up With the Well-Hard Babies 1945-1960” by John Burden (year of entry 1958) is an absolute must for all Old Secundrians.
New Archive Material
Thanks to Stephen Gregson (YoE 1962), we have some new Music & Drama archive material which is now visible in the relevant pages - Music / Drama 5
Donations
The Association continues to receive generous donations from members. These are very welcome and help to pay for the administration and postage running costs we have. If you would like to make a donation
Content Please
The Association is always pleased to receive any news, messages or other interesting information from members. Please send to us using this contact form
Archived News & Messages
Latest News items are automatically removed from the Home Page after after a time to keep things tidy. This will be after an event has passed or after a reasonable period. You can still view archived material by clicking here.