CONTACT LIST OF OSA MEMBERS If you want to be included on the following list please email me with your name, email address, the year that you left the Upper Sixth (or would have left the Upper Sixth if you left earlier) and a mini-biography (just two or three lines saying when you left BSN, what you did then and what you are doing now). Only include snailmail adddresses and telephone numbers if you are really sure you want them published to the whole wide world (not only BSNers read this page). Hopefully, this list will enable more members to easily keep in contact - maybe you will even renew some lost contacts.

Susu Sabeti (now Bishop)
[Class of 1972]
Hello friends of 71/72. I used to be known under the name of Susu Sabeti from Iran although my name is Sohi Sabeti (now Bishop). I'm just so amazed to even find a few names that I remember from all those years back. Konrad (I get the feeling everyone remembers him! Goodlooking and the olympics I guess helped!) but also Pip, Don O'sullivan , Jacqui Hawkins (please if anyone is in contact with her let me know),Keith (Weston?)I still have a letter from him from Amman Jordan!, Linda Randolph. I have dug up a couple of pictures and when I look at them, it seems like yesterday.I would love to put names to these faces. I wonder if anyone remembers me? From Holland I went to Paris , finished my studies, worked and married 26 years ago my American. We travelled (Africa, Europe, U.S.) working for an oil service company .We are currently living in the south of France.We have a 22 year old daughter and a 21 year old son both ending their universities in the U.S. Anyway this is fun if anyone wants to contact me of that generation please do. I would love to hear from you. I really would.
Last updated March 2008 email

Emre Safak
[Class of 1996]
I am an ex-student of the BSN and would have graduated in 1996 had I not left in 1992. My name is Emre Safak and I was in Holland during the years 1984-1992.
Last updated January 1998 email

Adam Samuel
[Class of 1997]
After visiting the BSN reunion last October I have been in contact with a few people and just wanted to thank all that organised the event. As for my life well since moving back from Holland I have been to Uni studying Mech Eng and lived in Belfast for a year out. I then moved to Spain, where I have been for the last two years, successfully running my own investment property business. But as all good things come to an end I am now planning got move back to London and set up something new there, I am going to try not to join the rat race, merely enjoy socialising with millions of others. I would love to hear from anyone that remembers me and hope all is well with other people on their walks of life.
Last updated July 2003 email

Jonathan Samuel
[Class of 1989]
Well, it's about time I venured onto this site and let people know what I've been up to for the last 15 years. I left the BSN after my O levels to study A levels at Cranleigh. A business degree at Salford was followed by a few years working in the Manchester area as a computer programmer. After that I emmigrated to New York, and worked for various companies, earning my Green Card 5 years later. I met a lovely girl from Puerto Rico, and am now happily married. We are currently looking to buy a house and start a family. I would love to hear from anyone.
Last updated September 2003 email

Riko Van Santen
[Class of 1989]
I graduated from upper sixth in 1989 and went on to study Hotel Management & IT in London. Had contact there with ex BSN-ers Saskia Markland, Fred Hens, David Ross, Tina Gaidan, Claire Froggatt, Guy Hughes, Greg Dennett, Chessie Hassell, Alex Thompson, Joris Kroner, Sacha Stel, Wam Strij de Recht. London student life is great fun! Returned to Holland after graduating with a BSc Hotel Management degree and a Japanese business linguistic degree and started my career at one of the Leading Hotels Chain, Okura Amsterdam. Met my wife Christel in 1995 through work, a Tjech/German stewardess, with whom I went back to Tokyo for the first time since 14 years. We got married in March 2000 in Amsterdam, in the Grand, (ex BSN-ers Greg, Sam, Wam & Jopie were also there!) In 2000 we also became proud parents of a healthy baby boy, Noah. (http://www.noahvansanten.com). I finished my last project at the Okura, the Euro 2000 Soccer Championships and moved on to Golden Tulip Worldwide's head office as Revenue Manager, e-distribution. Met up with Rendra Rusdi last summer, and with Sacha Stel who now lives in California. Currently living in Amsterdam, but getting around for work quite often, so would love to meet up with old classmates! (Fred where are you? lost track of you in Hong Kong). Updated September 2005: We bought a house in Amstelveen, NL in 2003. Our son Noah is growing up fast, and started school. I had a mini reunion with ex-BSN'ers Sacha Stel, Wam van Strij, Greg Dennett, Joris Kroner in The Hague, December 2004. Christel and I are expecting our second baby in November 2005.
Last updated September 2005 email

John Savage
[Class of 1989]
I've finally got round to a biography! Well, after leaving the BSN, I studied in Bristol for a few years and emerged with a BSc in Chemical Physics. Followed this up with a year at Johns Hopkins in the states and then returned to do a masters - this was followed by some bits and pieces here and there and my academic studies finished with a (practically submitted) PhD from Surrey Uni. Since then I've spent a couple of years working in Birmingham and I recently wound up working back in Holland for the European Patent Office as an examiner. In between times I found time to visit most corners of the world and climb stuff.
Last updated January 2002 email

Kate Schaafsma
[Class of 1993]
I was at BSN from around Infant 2 to Junior 4 leaving for boarding school in the UK in 1986. I left St Andrews Uni in 98 and had a few jobs incl Enron (!) but have now been working in the Operations division at Lehman Brothers for nearly 3 years. Living just off Clapham Common which I'm enjoying. My twin brother Ben (left after J2 in 84) is also doing well, currently working for a Marketing/Promotions co. Elder sister Jill (would have been class of 91 but left BSN in 94) is doing well and working at the Bank of Scotland. I just met up with Siobain Finlow-Bates, Maxine Crawford-Taylor & Katrina Macfarlane for a beer and a yarn about old times! I'd not seen Siobain in 17 years! Please get in touch if you remember me!
Last updated March 2003 email

Robert Schellekens
[Class of 1998]
I attended the B.S.N from 1986 - 92 and would have been in the graduating class of 1998. after the BSN i went to the International School of the Hague for 2 years and then went to Royal St. George's College in Toronto, Canada. I graduated there in 1998 and continued my schooling at Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario Canada, where I attended it with Kevin Doucette (class of 1998). I have just graduated from Queens with a B.A.H in Economics and am currently living and working in Toronto.
Last updated January 2003 email

Paul Schut
[Class of 1976]
Hello to all ex-BSN-ers! This website is a true blast from the past and a pleasure to visit. As I've only plugged myself in recently I will probably need several tries to get this sent off right, but here goes anyway. To fill in about twenty years worth of gaps a quick run down of what kept me busy: After A levels I first misspent two years at Nijenrode Business school which I enjoyed too much with too little result. After two years with the Amro Bank I went back to Uni to get a degree in Mech Engineering which seemed to suit me better and then spent two years making up for lost financial ground as an oil engineer in the Borneo jungle. When the oil business crashed, I went with it and returned to Holland, where I sold oil for Mobil for a few years. In '88 I married Derkje and also restarted a winch building business which had gone broke and needed lots of TLC. I really enjoyed running a small company for about 7 years especially the challenge of both engineering and marketing at the same time. The past three years I have been managing director of an engineering company making concrete plants and steel constructions, this time in Friesland, where the quality of life suits the whole family (two boys, now 9 and 4 years old). Any spare time I have I will spend playing hockey (the old fart can still move) and sailing my Finn or working on a farmhouse that were are rebuilding. I saw Vincent Jacobs contribution and it jumpstarted some memories, none of them fit to print of course. I remember his guitar playing was even worse than mine at the time, no wonder we couldn't get any girls. It would be fun to hear from some of the old crowd, I really wonder what happened to some of them. Any news is welcome at schut@leenstra.nl. Does anyone know what happened to John van Hasselt or Gustavo Lopez? I know Gustavo went back to Guatamala, and got some strange letters from him at the time, but he then mysteriously disappeared. Bye for now.
Last updated September 1998

Ellen Scott
[Class of 1994]
I left the BSN in 1992 to do my A-levels at Charterhouse, UK. Continued my love of hockey here and captained the school team gaining school colours, and also represented the school in swimming, squash, and cricket. I then went on to Reading University to study Philosophy. Here I was 1st XI captain of the ladies hockey and chairman. I also played for Reading Hockey club. As the taste for cricket was now in my limbs I set-up a ladies cricket team at university. Graduating with a BA Hons I went on to do a postgrad in International Public Relations. After various PR jobs I am now working and living in London, specialising in legal, corporate, and business to business PR. Still playing hockey though for West Hampstead Hockey Club. In the last few years I have been round the world and back, but will always pop back to Holland as my parents are still living in the same old house - which probably will be remembered by those who cycled there from Voorshoten for charity!!!!! I would love to get back in touch with old chums from my year and the year above, especially some of the girlies from my year as I have a promise to fulfil ( the sooner the better as I am getting married in under a year.)
Last updated June 2000 email

Fiona Scott
[Class of 1986]
Left BSN in 1984. Still living in the Hague, still married. My daughter past her exams and is now going to the MBO in Delft. She has been baby-sitting for children that go to the BSN. So it has come full circle. Still doing volunteer work. This year will be working on the 25th Zeehelden Festival in the hague on the financial commitee . This will be held from the 22nd June to the 25th june 2005. It is free!!! if interested. I'm nearly always to be found at the info/sweets and popcorn stand. Maybe I wiil see some osaers there.
Last updated October 2004 email

Katherine Scott
[Class of 2002]
I left the BSN in 1993 to come back to Australia and even though i wasnt there very long i still remember a lot of the people i went to school with. Since leaving Holland i finished school in 2001 and i am currently at university doing Law. i would love to get in contact with some of the people who went to BSN so if you remember me dont hesitate to drop me a line - i would love to hear from you!!
Last updated December 2002 email

Niall Scott
[Class of 1988]
Since I left BSN in 1988 I have meandered round from one university course to the next. I started out studying Biology at the University of Ulster at Coleraine, where I graduated with a BSc in Biology. I then moved sideways and studied theology for three years in Belfast, followed by an MA in Philosophy at Queen's. I have recently completed PhD in Kantian ethics and the evolution of morality graduated in Dec' 2003. I am now a lecturer in professional ethics at the University of Central Lancashire, teaching courses in medical ethics, the ethics of genetics and biotechnology and philosophy and science fiction. I am still living in Lancaster at the mo and am now single again after having been married for 8 years. Get in touch and drop by if your in the area! Loving life to the max, when I'm not philosophising i'm doing something else. Which usually involves a pub or loud music.
Last updated March 2004 email second email

Sandra Seaborn
[Class of 1990]
Hi, Sandra Seaborn here. I would have graduated from Upper Sixth in 1990. After leaving BSN in 1988, I finished my high school on the West Coast of Canada before attending the University of Toronto (where I continued to play field hockey). After my undergraduate degree I went on to get a Masters of Social Work in Community Development. I worked in Toronto, Canada with the homeless population for three years before moving to New York City in 2000. I currently work with a faith-based non-profit and have been married since May 1998 to Matt. August 2001
Last updated September 2001 email

Mark Seaward
[Class of 1998]
I left the BSN in 1995 and moved back to Melbourne, Australia. Currently, I am studying Biological Science at Deakin Uni and working part time at Gribbles Analytical Laboratory.
Last updated October 1999 email

Diana Senior
[Class of 1994]
Left BSN in 1994, studied Applied Languages in Portsmouth where I met my fiance.Following uni I did some EFL teaching which i loved. I'm now working as a EFL for kids project development manager in Osaka, Japan and am getting married in June this year. Life is great. Would love to hear from anyone that remembers me.
Last updated March 2003 email

Robert Senior
[Class of 1983]
Robert Senior, at the school 1978-1981. Left to do A-Levels at Sevenoaks School, studied History at Durham and been working in Advertising since. Set up an Agency, Fallon, in 1998. Married to Inge (who's Dutch), 3 kids, Lotte - 8, Bas - 6 and Sanne - 4. Live in North London. Also a partner in a chalet business (with Paul McCulloch) - www.frenchmountainproperty.com - incase you fancy one.
Last updated May 2005 email Home Page

Linda Serck
[Class of 1994]
Hello! I'm currently residing in Reading where I work for the BBC Berkshire website. I've developed the music side of things (gigs, unsigned bands, Reading Festival etc) to such an extent that I'm now presenting a 'new music' radio show with a colleague of mine on BBC Radio Berkshire. Anyone who knew me at school will find that rather ironic considering I pretty much only listened to Janis Joplin then. Still into purple and now that I've turned 30 I'm also in line for a purple rinse - garrgh. I'm still in touch with Anne Nikitin, Lorna Dobbs, Janice Galvin, Mercedes Nagore and Rachel Shaughnessy, but would love to get in touch with anyone else who I was friendly with at school.
Last updated April 2006 email

Emma Seward
[Class of 1997]
My name is Emma Seaward and I just wanted to put a brief summary of what I have been up to since leaving the BSN. I left in 1994, and would be in the class of 1997: Since leaving the BSN in 1994 I have finished school and gone on to do a Bachelor of Applied Science (Food Science and Nutrition) and then a Diploma of Education (Secondary). Finally, after 4 years of uni. I am working full time in a high school in a small country town that only has 100 students!! Bit of a difference from the BSN. I still live in Australia and would love to hear from anyone in my year level - Yes I still remember you all!!
Last updated September 2001 email

Richard Sexton
[Class of 1994]
I was in the class of 94 for those who unfortunately remember. Lots has happened since then. I studied multi-media in Yorkshire striving to become an Actor...I realised that I needed money...and have been working in depressing admin jobs for too long, but I am in a band called theSEXTONES with my wee brother Andy (96) playing in London all the time...we have record interest and are crossing our fingers that something may happen. I'm still intouch with Mark Ellmann, we lived together with my brother for a year in London...I know what was I thinking...i'm insane. I got engaged in September to an Aussie, and we'll be getting married in August 2004...scary...and for those who wonder...no my haircut doesn't look like a ginger mushroom anymore. Anyone who remebers me please email, it would be great to catch up with you...even if you didn't like me before.
Last updated April 2003 email

Kathy Shair
[Class of 1996]
It has been a while since I saw anybody from BSN, but I still remember everyone clearly. Finished my degrees in England, then went to America for a postdoc and now working on cancer research. Still here in good old North Carolina, soaking up the southern hospitality! Really enjoying the weather here. Still in touch with Natalia and Karen (bff...ha ha).. Really hope to run into some of you on facebook.
Last updated August 2009 email

Rachel Shaughnessy
[Class of 1994]
I graduated from Warwick with a degree in English Literature in 1998 and after spending a year teaching English as a Foreign Language in Rome, I realised that I was missing Holland (strange but true) so returned to be one of the very few BSN-ers of my year to end up here. I also decided that I wanted a break from teaching so I found a "temporary" job working for Shell in Noordwijkerhout. One year later, I am still here and absolutely love it. My job is undefinable; it is mainly IT with a bit of marketing and customer service thrown in but seems to change every week. I have great colleagues; a lot of us are very unmarried twenty-somethings so the social life is great ! Anyone who knew me at school would be surprised to hear that I am working in IT for a massive oil company but it's definitely more fun and creative than it sounds. I am living in the centre of The Hague now, walking distance from all our old haunts so if anyone is in the area, please do get in touch as I would love to find out what everyone is up to. I am still in touch with Janice, Mercedes, Linda and Amanda; I think we all wear slightly less extreme clothes these days though. My brother (Michael)is living in England at the moment, also working in IT and has been involved with another ex-BSN-er for the last two years or so. If you want to know who, email me ! Take Care everyone.
Last updated April 2002 email

Andrew Shefford
[Class of 1986]
Biog...right. Went to Staffordshire Poly in '86, got a Goegraphy degree in '89, joined the UK National Audit Office, trained as an accountant, started doing computer audit, went to an asset manager as the IT Internal Auditor in '97, left there and joined Ernst & Young about three years ago, now a Senior Manager looking after a lot of Financial Services and a bit of the public sector. In the mean time married Sarah, have three children (and I appreciate many of you would have preferred I hadn't passed on my genes!) and live in South London. And of course, still listening to Bruce!
Last updated June 2001 email

Claire Sheppard
[Class of 1984]
On leaving Manchester University with that essential tool for life's journey - a psychology degree - I decided that two more years of student life were required. Accordingly, I did the solicitor's conversion course at Chester. Thereafter: qualified as a solicitor in October 1991; acquired cat (Basil) in December 1991; married (David) August 1994; partner (Theodore Goddard) November 1999; and baby girl (Honor) March 2001. Currently: work at TG practising environmental law (for commercial clients) and reside in retail desert in South East London with Basil, David and Honor. I am in touch with Caroline Welch: works in HR in Barcelona and moving to Lausanne - married Mark in May 2001. Caroline in touch with Sarah MacGillivray: works as dentist in Bucks; married Italian (Eddie) and has 2 daughters. February 2002
Last updated February 2002 email

Hayato Shimizu
[Class of 1993]
I left BSN in 1993 to go to University of Surrey in Guildford (where I still live) and got my degree in mechanical engineering with industrial automation. I decided that I loved the drinking student thing too much, so I stayed at the same uni. for 3 more years doing a research in computational mechanical component design methodology. I'm currently writing my thesis whilst working for a software company called Citrix Systems in High Wycombe(UK), and I'm hoping to get my doctorate... soon.
Last updated September 2000 email

Mark Shimmin
[Class of 1979]
I left school in 1979 and have had too many jobs to list here. Not all of them have been stimulating, rewarding, morally justifiable or particularly pleasant. But I have met plenty of people. Met my wife on a Cobol training course where I found out logic was not my forte. Two boys aged 12 and nearly 11. I have been in touch with Keith M, Geoff Gibbons, Chris North, Keith B, Paul Glasson, Siobhan Gannon and recently bumped in to Peter Meadows. Everyone seems to remember our time at BSN with affection. For the last seven years I have been working as a translator.
Last updated December 2008 email

Annika Shirley (now Vouzas)
[Class of 1993]
Am still in the Netherlands working for an international Pharmaceutical company (DSM) in the field of competitive intelligence. Life has changed quite considerably in the last few months with the birth of my son Samuel, who is now 5 months old. He's an absolute joy and is full of energy, keeping his mum and dad very busy! Am in touch with a few ex-classmates but would always like to hear form more!
Last updated October 2007 email

Oskar Silen
[Class of 1991]
Since the BSN I studied at the Finnish Theatre Academy, worked full time in Finland as a stage actor for about 8 years. I also directed theatre and worked on Tv items as a camera man and editor in Shanghai before relocating to London for the music scene.
Last updated May 2008 email Home Page

Patrik Silen
[Class of 1993]
I spent the year after graduation doing national service as a medic in the Finnish army before going to Manchester University. After working as a management consultant in London, New York, and Barcelona I then helped a friend start his own company in London. I moved to Boston in August 2002 to start studying for an MBA at Harvard Business School, and will be back in Europe when I graduate in May 2004!
Last updated November 2002 email

Mike Simms
[Class of 1979]
After leaving the BSN I joined the merchant navy where I spent 3 years as a radio officer before going on to do a degree in electrical engineering. I started work in London and on a trip back to Holland to see my parents, met my future wife Margaret, a Scot who was working in Den Haag with Linda Orlando (Class of 1980). Margaret moved to London and we were married in the Seychelles in 1986. In 1990 the company I was working for was acquired by the Canadian multinational Nortel Networks and I spent the next 12 years with them working all over the world. We have 2 sons Philip (born 1992) and Andrew (born 1995). In 1996, when Andrew was only a few weeks old, we moved to Tokyo where we spent 3 years enjoying a completely different culture and lifestyle. After Japan we still had the travel bug and moved to Singapore where we spent another 3 years before the whole telecoms and dot.com bubble burst and we found ourself back in the UK. We now live in Buckinghamshire in a very English village where the boys have swapped sushi for cricket and I have replaced globe trotting for dog walking. I still keep in contact with my "Oegstgeest" contemparies, Anthony Clarke, Harald Pedersen, Ian Appleyard, Clive Wotton and Graham Wilson as well as Carol Hurd. I would love to hear from anyone else from those eventful years.
Last updated October 2003 email

Angel Singfield
[Class of 1989]
I left BSN after O'levels to do IB and then various sales/marketing courses. Have since had operational management and marketing positions in software and direct marketing and recently joined telecom. Got married in '96 to "my other" Elliot and we now have two boys Oliver (4) and Aspen (2). Annette Bentall (now Dunn) and I are still best mates, she lives in Mallorca with Colin and kids Jodie (5) & Jake (3). Kept in touch with Diamantis Iconomou (tiger feet Dio) until a couple of years ago when we lost touch! Would love to hear from anyone I used to know.
Last updated November 2001 email

Elliot Singfield
[Class of 1988]
After a degree in Business Studies ('92) it was time to see somewhere warmer, so together with a mate we "did" the world. Whilst visiting Australia the seeds were sewn, so to speak, and the decision made that this was the place I'd one day perhaps act like a grown up. The weather, women, hospitality and price of motorcycles were not insignificant factors in the decision. I also met Jennifer then, and we headed back to the UK together to work and reinforce just why it was I wanted to live in Oz in the first place. Then it was back down under again ('95) where I've been ever since. Now live in Sydney with Jennifer and our little puppies, Sky & Jasmine. I work as a Marketing Manager in the Insurance industry. If anyone's down this way, give me a yell and I'll throw a few in the esky and on the barbie for y'as.
Last updated September 2002 email

Anu Singh
[Class of 1985]
It seems amazing that so many years have passed since graduation. I can still remember the move to Voorschoten and how imposing the new facility seemed at the time. On a personal note, after graduation I went on to get my "doctoraal" in medicine from Leiden (thanks in part to not falling asleep during all of Mr. Birch's dutch classses). In 1989, I moved to California and was seduced by the sunshine. I completed med school at Stanford and then did residency in emergency medicine in Southern California (lifestyle is great and work is never dull). I'm still in SoCal, married to a "good ole boy" from Kansas with an adorable 2-year old son to keep life in perspective. The only person I'm still in touch with is Lorraine (who clued me in to the website but hasn't posted her own bio!). I'd love to hear from any of my old classmates, especially anyone who's settled down in this part of the world.
Last updated May 2002 email

Richard Singleton
[Staff]
Left BSN in 2004 with mixed feelings. Great memories, but the school had grown too big and had lost the special atmoshere of earlier years. I now teach in North Shropshire and live in North Wales. I miss Holland a lot. Find out a little more about Jan and Richard at www.pandymillgallery.com Drop in if you are in the neighbourhood.
Last updated November 2007 email Home Page

Rebecca Sinnatt
[Class of 1986]
Joined BSN in the second term of 6th Form and left in 86. Then went to London City University, after which I worked in London, met my lovely husband, moved to Hong Kong, had a daughter, and am now living in Perth Western Australia. Apart from being a mother of a four year old, I also work part-time in a local primary school's Education Support centre, teaching children with learning difficulties, mainly autism. Remember a few people such as Julia Price, Cath Durant, Phil Taylor, Marc Noble, Fiona Scott, Malcolm Koksvik, Andy Judd and others. Happy days of misspent youth!
Last updated February 2008 email

Ulla Sipila
[Class of 1995]
Greetings from Finland! Would have graduated in 1995 if I had not left after year two in 1990. I graduated in September 1999 from the University of Oulu. I studied Process Engineering and got my M.Sc.(Eng) degree in just four years. Currently I'm working as a quality engineer at PK Cables. Still playing icehockey, which takes up most of my freetime.
Last updated October 1999 email

Andy Sivell
[Class of 1980]
I now live and work in London running Working Titles Publishing, which specialises in producing customer magazines. My interest in motor racing has been kept alive by publishing the Jordan Grand Prix team's own magazine. In 1996 I married Lucy after a whirlwind courtship. We have two children.
Last updated April 2003 email

Claire Slattery
[Class of 1998]
I am still living in Dublin now and am working in an online travel-agency which I thoroughly enjoy. A bit like Sarah, the perks are cheap travel!!! I am doing well and met up with Mark Doherty last year a few times and we had a great time catching-up. I have been back to South Africa for a while where my eldest sister had her second child. Karen is living in Scotland and has just received a degree in Anthropology and Sociology. Well, I hope if anyone is reading this and remembers me will get in touch.
Last updated April 2002 email

Andy Smethurst
[Class of 1990]
I left BSN in 1988 and moved to Chicago, where I went to Northern Illinois University. In the summers I ended up doing freelance work in the film Industry, which led to a full time job and is now my career .I handle effects for TV commercials ( flying bottles of beer and the like), which is both fun and demanding. I would love to here from some of the old crew.
Last updated November 2002 email

Delphine Smit
[Class of 1997]
I left the BSN in 1994 to go to Melbourne. I finished my Bachelor of Arts a few years ago majoring in both Criminology and Anthropology. I finally moved to Brisbane in April of last year, the thought of sunshine and warm weather everyday was too hard to resist! I am currently working for a large Telecommunications company whilst debating whether or not to do some further study. I still keep in touch with some BSN'ers mostly Femke Blackford and Luke Higgins and i would love to get back in touch with anyone else who remembers me.
Last updated April 2006 email

Dave Smith
[Class of 2002]
Not many people from my time on this site.... oh well..... i was at the school from late 91 to 94. Since leaving I've been stuck in England, though next year i'm on the move again, this time by myself for a GAP year on a pacific island. I'm studying English, politics and economics a2's now... Anyway i'm interested i hearing from anyone from my time, particularly people i remember like Sophie Wood (have u moved or something?), Neil McCarrick, Mark Needham, Sacha, Alex De Graft Hayford et al.... Anybody who went to the ABF on saturdays too.
Last updated November 2001 email

Joanna Smith
[Class of 1998]
I left BSN in 1998 and went to Manchester to study Textile Design with Spanish. I spent a brilliant third year in Spain, just outside of Barcelona, and finished my degree this June. I'm now back at home, in Holland, looking for a temporary job and planning to go travelling in South America in January. I'd love to hear from anyone who remembers me from BSN.
Last updated October 2002 email

Karen Smith
[Class of 1996]
Hello everyone. I left BSN in 1996 after the upper sixth and went to Southampton university to do a 4 year degree in chemistry. After finishing that in 2000 I went travelling for just under 7 months to South America, New Zealand and Australia. It was brilliant. After getting back I still didn't really know what I wanted to do, so I ended up going back to University (best choice!) in Norwich to do an environmental Masters degree, and spent the first couple of weeks living with the Astleys which was really nice. I finished that course in August and now I am really going to get a job! It'd be great to hear from you all.
Last updated September 2002 email

Paul Smith
[Class of 1993]
After leaving BSN in 1993 I went to Southampton to study politics and English. Two weeks before my finals I decided that this wasn't for me and dropped out (took me a while to decide that!!). I now work for an Assurance company at its European headquarters in Southampton and manage the ecommerce department. Deliberated emigrating to Oz but decided to put that off for a few years. Would love to hear from Linda, Kate M, Jonathan, Caroline or anyone who remembers me.
Last updated October 2002 email

Nikki Smith (now Hall)
[Class of 2000]
Hi everyone hope you are all ok. Just an update, im married, living in hampshire uk, have a little girl (paige) and am enjoying work (in a local secondary school) I get to return to N.L fairly regulary as my dads just returned for another stint. i do however miss loads of you from BSN and would love to hear from anyone who still remembers me!
Last updated February 2007 email

Maddy (Marion) Smith (now Shemmans)
[Class of 1980]
I left BSN in 1980, and went on to Thames Poly (in Woolwich) to take an HND in Business Studies. While there I met Simon and we were married in 1984 (Mel Wright was one of my bridesmaids) - unfortunately it was not destined to last and we went our separate ways. After leaving poly I got a job at IBM, and stayed with them for 20 years - in various roles within Administration - the last 5 as a 1st line manager. At IBM I met Nick Shemmans (on an outward bound course in the Lake District, while shivering over night in a very damp cave with 15 other hardy souls). In 1994 we got married in Canada at Niagara Falls (which makes quite a nice backdrop to the photos!) We have 2 children, Charlotte (1995) and Jake (2001), whom I love to pieces. I left IBM in 2003 and am now an Ofsted registered childminder. Business is booming, and I have had to 'up-size' from my 4x4 7 seater Mitsubishi Delica, to an ex-Post Office bright red mini bus! Weekdays there are usually 7 or 8 children round the table for tea (currently ranging from 10 months to 11 years old). Not a quiet experience, but bags of fun! I have so many happy memories of my years at BSN, academically and personally - electric guitar solos still make me think of my first true love Graham Wilson (Gag I hope you are still playing), and on the odd occasion I pop into Harrods I do keep half an eye open for Keith. I did manage to track down some of my old friends for my 30th Birthday party. (Clive W having just read your Bio, if you are still with Ricardo, your CEO is my brother-in-law!) We live in Haslemere in Surrey (just down a bit from Guildford). So if any of my old friends are passing by this way, I would love to see or hear from you. (my email address is maddy_shemmans@yahoo.co.uk)
Last updated September 2006 email

Toby Smith-Cullen
[Class of 1994]
I went to the BSN during the years '81 till '87. Seeing that my old friend James Ringwood was of the class of 1994, means that I am also of the class of 1994. After those years I went to a dutch High School. I am now a student in my last year at the Technical University of Delft in the Netherlands. I would love to contact my old class mates. See ya Toby
Last updated February 2001 email second email

Vanessa Smith-Cullen
[Class of 1984]
Can't remember exactly what year I left BSN but was around 1984 - would like to hear from anyone who remembers!! Went to work in a club in London for a while - then engineering degree - now live in Montreal!
Last updated January 2009 email

Tim Smithson
[Class of 1989]
Since I last updated my profile 2 years ago things have certainly changed. I'm still living in Bournemouth with my wife Paula, but I'm now the proud father of our baby daughter, Allanah, who is now 14 months old. I work as the Sales / Bid Manager for a southern Design & Build Construction firm and can often be seen visiting various sites throughout London, Hampshire and Berkshire - particularly in Schools. I've recently met up with Andy Judd (class of 1986 - it had been about 8 years since we last saw each other) and had a great day/night out in London where lots of Heineken and nostalgia was consumed. We also met up with Dave Simms (class of 1988). It was really great to meet up after all of these years and to find out how little some things change. Anyway, we are now determined to stay in touch more regularly. Incidently, during our night out I also had a long distance telephone conversation with Andy's sister Michelle (class of 1988) who I havn't seen in years but I understand she now works at the BSN. So, if anyone who knows me fancies a chat or just to catch up after all these years, please drop me a line.
Last updated March 2002 email

Louisa Soer
[Class of 1997]
I left BSN in 1997 after completeing my A-Levels and took a year out to work in Dubai with the Hilton Hotel. I then went back to school to do a 4 year BA Hons Degree at Brighton University and spent my third year of the course working at Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa in Dubai. Reluctantly returned to university for my final year and the dreaded dissertation and graduated in July 2002. Am now back in Dubai working for the Sales and Marketing department of the Emirates Towers Hotel - part of the Jumeirah International chain.
Last updated August 2003 email

Emma Sowray
[Class of 1985]
Came back to England - Buckinghamshire for 2 years and in 1980 we moved to near York, North Yorkshire. Did A levels and went to Sheffield Poly,as it was then, to do a Bed(Hons) degree. Qualified 1990. I got married in 2000 to a North Yorkshire farmer, live on the farm - we've recently knocked two cottages into one so we are busy decorating etc. We have two children, 4 and 2. I work part time as a teacher in a primary school in York. My two brothers Alistair and Tom are both married - Alistair has two girls and is a deputy head in Leeds. Tom is a site manager for Persimmon Homes down in Worcestershire. Still keep in touch with some families - Fells, Authersons, but lost touch with Sarah Durant several years ago.
Last updated February 2006 email

Hanny St John
[Class of 1983]
See entry for Michael Paget.
Last updated January 2004

Jenny St John
[Class of 1992]
See entry for Michael Paget.
Last updated January 2004

Roger St John
[Class of 1984]
See entry for Michael Paget.
Last updated January 2004

Eric Stammers
[Class of 1977]
I left in 1971 at 13 and not kept in touch. I met Vincent Jacobs again after 28 years. Have seen Tim O'Kelly from time to time and Julie Say once, about 22 years ago. It would be good to hear from anyone that remembers me. I have fond memories from those early days at Tapijtweg and the short time at Senior. After 4 years back in England, I studied Mechanical Engineering at Isleworth Polytechnic, then went on to sell performance cars, before managing a small sweat shop supplying F1 apparel. I am now at British Gas Trading, managing a big billing system on shift. I married 14 years ago and have 2 kids, Daniel 12 and Emily 11. Have settled in Surrey and would love to see or hear from any old friends.
Last updated August 2009 email

Kim Stammers
[Class of 1979]
Hi! My name is Kim Stammers I was at the English school from 1965 until 1970 . I got my secondary education in the UK. I married twice with three boys from first marriage aged 24, 21 and18. Carpenter by profession. Live in Barons Court, London. I am still in contact with David O"Kelly he is still the same, acting for a career. Update August 2009. Went on to Chiswick School London W4 Now a carpenter With 3 boys 24,21,18(2009). Looking for single females.
Last updated August 2009 email

Michael Stanyon
[Class of 1988]
Left 1988 to do my degree in leisure management at Leeds Poly. Did 1 year DMS post grad at Staffs Poly in 1991. Now working as a Key Account Manager for Weetabix Ltd after selling golf equipment for 9 months. Living in Bradford and travelling all over the north of England. Now into my 4th year of married bliss to Tina. I am still in contact with Chris Penny, Rob Mortimore, and Alistair Mc Given. Still playing rugby but have switched to the better League version!!! In my old age I've also moved into the front row for my sins. I still occasionally play the drums as well. But not too often to my neighbours delight.
Last updated May 2001 email

Ola Starkman
[Class of 1997]
Hi. I left the BSN in 93. I stayed i Holland for another 6 months. During that time I went to the Rijnlads Lyceum in Oegstgeest. After that I returned to Sweden. Here I finished public school and continued with 3 years of electronics. After that I studied computer networking for 2 years. And now I am looking for a job as a network techician or administrator. I reall miss the 2 years I had at the BSN. If anyone remembers me feel free to email me. Does anyone know anything about Rama, Guillaumme v. Rijckevorsel, Simone Orlandini and Robin Campbell? It would be nice to know what they are up to. Ciao
Last updated January 2001 email second email

Roger Steels
[Class of 1985]
Hi, I left BSN in 1985. Went to Westminster College and then joined safeway on their retail managers training programme. I somehow ended up working in Walsall ( not to be recommended ) , getting married , divorced , miserable , skint , then waking up one morning , and deciding to completely change my life . I did what any miserable , skint , divorced adult male would do and came home to my parents in Essex. I decided to retrain and eventually got a job with the mental health trust on an acute psychiatric assessment ward in Clacton of all places. After a year it dawned on me that the national health service paid far less than everybody else, so I sold out , went private and I now work for BUPA. I live in Clacton-on-sea ( Mecca for the dysfunctional and mentally unstable ! ) with my wife Karen and our 5 month old son Cameron . I recently tried to re-capture former rugby playing glory but after two seasons my attempt failed spectacularly with three serious injuries in a row and a wife who threatened to leave me if I didnt act my age. I have not seen any BSN people for years , so if anyone remembers me , drop me an e-mail. Update June 2004. Still living in essex with wife karen and son cameron . Left the health service after discovering golf ! I am now semi-retired , working as a brasserie manager at a golf and country club when the weather is bad , and playing golf when the weather good . if anyone can cure my snap-hook please drop me a line.
Last updated June 2004 email

Jonatan Steenbrink
[Class of 1993]
After leaving Cambridge in '98 I moved to the US, where I have been living, more or less permanently for the past 7 years. I am currently submerged in my work as a Technical Writer at a small Hi-Tech company in Cambridge, Massachusetts that designs autonomous underwater vehicles. I now know more about Inertial Navigation systems than I like to admit even to close friends and family. If anyone's coming by Boston or interested in working on submarines, feel free to get in touch!
Last updated January 2005 email

Sacha Stel
[Class of 1990]
Well it has been 15 years since I left BSN. After leaving BSN I studied at Schiller International University in 3 of their campuses around the world(Strasbourg, Florida and London). I graduated in 1993 with a degree in Hotel Management, it was the best 3.5 years of my life..doing all the wild things students do, when they are in College. After spending a crazy year in London, I decided to leave London and join my parents in California. I have been in California ever since, now living in Brentwood, CA. I am married to an incredible woman who I have met 2.5 years ago and we are expecting our first child in a month time...a boy :-). I am working as Manager for an IT Consulting firm called SoftSol Resources, Inc. For those who remember me and would like to contact me...please send an email.
Last updated July 2007 email

Kay Stitt
[Class of 1983]
See entry for sister Christine.
Last updated September 2000

Maureen Stitt
[Class of 1984]
See entry for sister Christine
Last updated September 2000 email

Christine Stitt (now Mayers)
[Class of 1981]
My sisters and I went to BSN from 1977-1979. Our names are Christine, Maureen and Kay Stitt (oldest to youngest!). Kay resides in England and Maureen and I are in Connecticut, USA. Please provide my new email address (christine.mayers@coopersurgical.com) for anyone wishing to get in touch. Your website is great, as is your newsletter. I hope we can make a reunion next year.
Last updated October 1999 email

Cathy Storer (now Bowyer)
[Class of 1985]
I went to the BSN until 1983 when I decided to escape parenthood at boarding school (this cured me overnight!) After gaining my 'A' s at St Lawrence, Ramsgate, I took off to Oxford, became a Registered General Nurse then lived and worked in the outer smoke of Kingston only to return to the Oxford Heart Centre where I specialised in caring for those undergoing heart and lung surgery. 10 years later and after more studying I have settled in the rolling hills of Wiltshire where I work for an American Clinical Research Organisation. In the meantime I have married a fellow pupil (from primary school!!) and we have 2 gorgeous girls, aged 6 and 2. Can't believe it's all those years since BSN - hi to all my old mates, get in touch.
Last updated December 2001 email

Christopher Strong
[Class of 1997]
Hello! After finishing my masters in 2001 I did the travelling thing for a year or so until I had no more money left. I returned to Manchester for a couple of years and then moved to London (living the dream). I've been here for a year now and have yet to find any streets lined with gold, but I'm sure it's just a matter of time. I'm busy working as an environmental consultant in Central London. It would be great to hear from anyone who may remember me!
Last updated May 2005 email

David Strong
[Class of 2000]
Hi my name is David Strong I left would have been the class of 2000, however unfortunatley I left and went back to Manchester. I have been working hard after leaving school at Sommerfields the Sainsbury's, I have a great interest in motorbikes and beautiful women. My best friend was Ryu. I used to like talking to teachers at break and lunch and I think it would be just dandy if he could reply to me.
Last updated June 2001 email

Corin Superfine
[Class of 1986]
Living in Herts, UK, working as a management consultant. Married to Alison (nee Hadfield) since '94. We have three children now: Lara ('96), Rory ('98) and Joseph ('01). Jeremy (left BSN in '87 after 2nd year Senior) has married Sarah, and is a Chartered Surveyor in the Cayman Islands. Wendy (former Junior School and TEFL teacher) lives in West Sussex, still teaching teachers and writing books.
Last updated April 2003 email

Jeremy Superfine
[Class of 1993]
See entry for Corin Superfine
Last updated October 1999

Wendy Superfine
[Staff]
See entry for Corin Superfine.
Last updated October 1999

Lynsey Swatton
[Class of 1995]
Awaiting entry.
Last updated September 2000 email

Matthew Swatton
[Class of 1991]
Email address received from sister Lynsey.
Last updated September 2000 email

Amelia Swenser-Smith
[Class of 2009]
I lived in The Netherlands from 1998-2004. I am currently in Singapore at UWCSEA, and about to finish my GCSEs. I'm going to do the IB here, and then go to university somewhere. These are the classes that I was in: Year 3 - Mrs. Kenney Year 4 - Ms. Wright Year 5 - Mr. Bushnell Year 6 - Mrs. Francis Year 7 - Mr. Floyd Year 8 - Mr. Floyd Year 9 - Mrs. Milnes If anyone remembers me, feel free to contact me by email.
Last updated February 2007 email

Janine Sykes
[Class of 1999]
Hi everyone, I left BSN in fourth year (yr 10) to move back to Chester (Eng). I still live there but now go to university in the excellent city of Sheffield (home of Gatecrasher!) I'm studying Mechanical engineering (yes really, a girl studying mech. eng.!) with German too. This means i spend the third year of my course studying at a German university before returning for one more year at uni before i get my masters. Ordinarily a 4 year course would be pleanty for most students, but not me! I managed to get sponsorship with 'Ford' and will be taking a year out from uni between 3rd and 4th year to work for Ford down in Essex. This means i'll graduate when i'm the ripe old age of 23! I've just finished my first placement with Ford - 13 weeks work over the summer holidays. The days were long and my holiday was short, but i've now started 2nd year with a lot more experience and a lot more money!! Would love to hear from and possibly meet up with (at the reunion maybe) anyone that remembers me. I recently found out that Hayley-Beth Peters hasn't changed a bit in 5 years and would love to see what's happened to the rest of you! Janine Sykes
Last updated October 2000 email

Joanna Sykes
[Class of 1997]
Left BSN in 1995 during Lower Sixth. Have just graduated from Keble College, Oxford in Law after having a fantastic 3 years. Am now studying for the LPC at Nottingham Law School with 600 other people which is lots of fun and very hectic. Afterwards I am taking some time out to go travelling and generally to do all the things I've always wanted to. Starting real life in 2002 with a training contract at Herbert Smith in London. Would love to hear from anyone who knows me or my sister, Janine. She's now at Sheffield University doing Mechanical Engineering with German. Hope to see you at the 2000 Reunion.
Last updated September 2000 email

John Symes
[Class of 1990]
I left BSN in 1990 and progressed through an HND (Higher National Diploma) in Business Studies, before reading Management Studies and French at the University of Bradford, UK. The course spanned a period of four years, although a year and a half were spent in Holland (Tilburg University) and France (Grande Ecole de Nancy). All good fun, especially considering the large numbers of international students whilst abroad, a French/Canadian girlfriend to help the old lingo skills, apart from anything else, and the ability to speak English in the evenings after a long day of French in all its guises! After graduation from Bradford in 1996 I initially thought about heading into the wide world of Marketing, as this had been my specialisation at university. After several months of zero success, I had an invitation to the I.T world from a rogue letter of application - and took it. I hence spent three years working in London for a Dutch software house by the name of Origin. I then returned to Holland for a stint with another software house called CSC (Computer Science Corporation). In both cases my time was spent working within the Baan software application as a Distribution / Logistics consultant. I had succumbed, like many others, to the world of I.T! Recently I decided to head for the banking world and the last nine months have seen me take up a position with ABN AMRO bank in Amsterdam as a B2B payment mapping specialist. The work is totally different to anything I've done before but very interesting and more than enough to keep me off the streets. Probably just as well, especially here in Amsterdam!! Mapping basically involves the use of specialist software to translate customer based payment files to in-house files and vice versa. Probably sounds boring, but it's catching!! Amsterdam is a fun place to be. Everything within easy reach! My hobbies include squash, fitness and eating out. I'd love to hear from anyone who remembers me!! Bumped into someone in the bank the other day who did! It's a small world!
Last updated May 2001 email

Maarten t Hooft
[Class of 1996]
A short summary of my life after BSN. Having finished my A levels in 1996, I left for the University of East Anglia where I got a BEng (Hons) in Electronics. After some further research work and some work at Deutsche Bank in London, I married my American girlfriend and moved out to Silicon Valley (San Francisco). I am now a Product Manager for a Software startup called Reef. I regularly go back to Europe on business and always try to spend some of the time to see my brother who still lives in the Hague. Anyone from the old class who wants to go out for a few, send me a mail and let me know.
Last updated August 2000 email

Taranah Taghizadeh
[Class of 1983]
Bio: I attended BSN from 1972-77, then again from 1980-1981. Moved to the United States and attended George Mason University. After completing my degree, I became involved in the world of writing and editing. I worked in various capacities for publications and publishers, including The New Republic, the National Geographic Society, Granta Books (when I moved to London for a year), and Counterpoint Press. I currently work at PostNewsweek Tech Media in Washington DC, which is owned by the Washington Post. I would really like to hear from old friends from the class of '83 or anyone who remembers me from the old BSN days. My brother Touraj (class of '84) is now a cardiologist in Cleveland, USA. He is married and has two young sons.
Last updated October 2006 email

Patricia Tan
[Class of 2002]
Hi! My name's Patricia Tan. I was in BSN from 1990 to 1993, and I must say, it has left me with lots of fond memories! I was in Y4LW in 1993 when I left...Ms. Wright's class. Since then I've moved back to Malaysia where I'm currently studying for my A Levels in Law, Sociology and Economics. Then, I'll be off to university in England...where hopefully, I might get the chance to meet up with some of you again. I have been in touch with a few old friends, Holly Singleton, David Si Wei who's now in Canada, and Siti Zarina. I would like to keep in touch with anyone from my class during those years or anyone who remembers me, so please feel free to email!
Last updated August 2002 email

Lai Taylor
[Class of 1985]
Since leaving I have spent the last few years in Nigeria and in The Netherlands. I completed my BSc in geography and geology, worked in the architectural and design industry with the hope of persuing an MSc in a geology related field. I am back in The Netherlands at the Institute of Aerospace Survey studying exploration geophysica. Looking to rekindling old friendships with: Chris Lomas, Richard Morris, Bobby Forrester, Edwina Durbridge and Lorraine Hughes. Mohammed Chimade (1984) passed away a few years ago which came as a shock to us all. Kofo Johnson (1987) has opened an art and design studio which seems to be showing a lot of promise. My brother, Big Afi (he's a giant now) is married, lives in the UK. He is presently pursuing a promising career in the fashion industry. Litle Afi (he is now far from little), completed his BSc in computer sciences and proceeded to an MBA programme at the European Univesity. He is presently employed as a financial analyst in the Global Transactions Division ABN-AMRO Bank in Amsterdam. [August 1998] email

Stephen Taylor
[Class of 1987]
Hello ex-BSNers!! I am not sure that I have ever written anything for the BSN Old Students' Association but now that there is a web site I guess I no longer have an excuse not to, only a bit of catching up to do. After leaving the BSN in 1987 I went to Manchester University where I got a degree in Biochemistry. After that I went to Oxford to continue my studies and after three years managed to end up with a PhD in biochemistry. While in Oxford I met Jacky, who was also studying for a PhD, and we have now been married for almost four years. After that, I got a position at Harvard Medical School so we moved to Boston U.S.A. for almost three years. Last August we moved back to the U.K. and I am now in the process of setting up my own research lab at Manchester University. The kind of research my lab does relates to understanding how normal cells become cancer cells. If anybody is interested you can check out my web site at www.biomed.man.ac.uk/staylor for more info. >From time to time I bump into a few of the other people from my year, mainly at weddings, including Lisa Derbyshire, Alison Dale, Marco Ciarrocca and Charles House. Colin Harb keeps me posted with jokes and crazy stories as he travels the world. I haven't seen Vivek Chaturvedi since my wedding, if you read this Viv "Howz it Hanggin' Dude. Istanbul, Istanbul, Istanbuuuuul!!" Still playing football, although my soon to be 30 year old legs take longer to recover these days. As all ageing players seem to do, I have moved back in to the defence these days with occasional sojourns up the field followed by shouts of "Taylor!! Get your arse back here" from my stranded team-mates. All in all, having left the BSN I have managed to keep out of jail, off the streets and in work, so I cant be doing too badly. Would love to hear from anybody who remembers me. Until then, adios amigos! [Update] Stephen Taylor (Class of 1987) - Update. I woke this morning after a bizarre dream which involved some of my old BSN school friends. So I decided to check out the OSA web site. I was saddened to learn about the deaths of Nick Hopper and Gwyn Heal, both of whom I remember well. Jacky and I are still in Manchester. I am still at the University doing the academic thing (i.e. research, writing grants, writing papers, supervising and teaching students etc. See www.bub1.com). Jacky has moved away from the "bench" and is now an administrator for a network of EU scientists/clinicians working on skeletal diseases (see www.esdn.org). After torturing the Scots for many years Chris, my brother, (Christopher Taylor, Class of 91) is currently downunder torturing the Aussies. He had the great fortune of being there when Jonny dropped for England glory and am sure he did us proud with some "stick that in yer pipe and smoke it" gloating. Because I am so bad at keeping in touch with people I have no news of other ex-BSNers although Andy Travis and I exchanged emails a year or so ago. As compensation I will try very hard to make the next reunion as I have not been for many years. Till then, take care.
Last updated January 2004 email Home Page

Lucie Tepler
[Class of 1986]
Back in Europe, after five years in California. Am now Assistant Professor of Finance at INSEAD Business School in Fontainebleau, France. Teaching MBAs is a challenge but a lot of fun - fortunately i do it in English, as the French is a little rusty. Anyone passing through Paris, feel free to get in touch with me.
Last updated April 2003 email

Petra Thomas (now Richardson)
[Class of 1995]
After leaving the BSN, life really took off! Although I had a miserable time there I thought I'd post my details, in case you were interested . I have a degree in French studies and English Literature (is that important info?) and I teach English to refugees in a college of Further Education. More importantly I am a mother to my beautiful daughter Sasha and wife to my lovely husband Hugh. We all live in North London. I am tired but very happy!
Last updated April 2006 email

Gay Thompson
[Staff]
Steve Atkinson/Gay Thompson -B.S.N.Teachers 1981-1989 (Married 1989) Couldn't resist adding our sixpenn'orth to your excellent site. We are still teaching (!) in Hong Kong after 11 years, still heavily into P.E. and Games, but now chasing our 2 children Jamie, aged 10, and Robyn, aged 8, from club to club. Gay is still going strong both on and off the field with a local ladies' hockey team. We are both fighting the flab and the grey hair at the moment, but are not doing a bad job. Hopefully we are even less sensible now than we have ever been! Like many who have passed through the B.S.N. we know we have a lot to be thankful for - not least the internet! King regards to all Steve and Gay
Last updated September 2000 email

Moira Thwaites (now Long)
[Class of 1984]
David (our classmate!) and I married in 1990 in Holland and began life as expats moving round the world. We lived in The Hague ( I taught at BSN!), Pakistan, Assen , Indonesia and Oman and have now finally settled for a longer time in Perth Australia. We have 2 kids Rebecca ( 1993) and Christian ( 1996). David is a geophysicist at Woodside and I am an ESL teacher in 3 local state schools. Perth suits us very well with great weather and an outdoor lifestyle. We love to be on land and in the water and we also spend time doing up our 1970's house! Please drop us a line if you remember us!
Last updated March 2009 email

Amy Tigg
[Class of 1997]
Can't believe it's been ten years since I left BSN. Having graduated from Uni at both Glasgow and Leeds I am now back in Glasgow where I've been since I left school, with the exception of a brief spell in Leeds. Am now working for a Transport Planning Consultancy and while it's dull as hell it pays the mortgage! Still loving Glasgow and travelling whenever time and funds permit. Both sisters, Matty and Katy, are doing well. Matty has three beautiful children (can you belive Takane is now 11), and another one on the way and Katy is living in Watford working with folk with mental health issues. Still keep in touch with Karen Slattery who now has two gorgeous girls, and also Tom Di Giacco who is still doing his art in Las Vegas, where I visited him a couple of years ago now. Hope everyone out there is grand.
Last updated September 2007 email

Katy Tigg
[Year Group Unknown]
See entry for sister Amy.
Last updated November 1999

Matty Tigg
[Class of 1996]
See entry for sister Amy
Last updated September 2001

Mark Tomkins
[Class of 1993]
I left the University of Portsmouth in 1997 with a Manufacturing Systems Engineering Degree (I did pay some attention at school). I then worked for BOC Edwards in Brighton for a year then moved to a gas a detection equipment manufacturer in Poole for the next year and a half, both jobs as a Manufacturing Engineer. I have recently moved to Winchester, where I share a flat with my girlfriend. I am now working as a Process Engineer with ITT Cannon. Anyone who knew me write, it would be nice to hear from you.
Last updated August 2000 email

Helga Tomko
[Class of 1987]
I was at BSN for 1 year '87. Left to go to Toronto, Canada. Studied at U of T for a year & then decided to get into Fashion Design. After 2 years in that field I became interested in Graphic Design. I now am a print broker & graphic designer & work for myself. I have been married now for 2 years ( no kids, one cat) I made some wonderful friends at BSN & would love to hear from them.
Last updated March 2002 email

Robert Tomlinson
[Class of 1997]
I am now studying Architecture at Oxford Brookes University and had a great year last year. I am still in touch with a few BSN'ers and it would be great to hear from anyone else who knew me.
Last updated September 1998 email

Susannah Tomlinson
[Class of 1999]
Hello everyone! After leaving the BSN in 1999 (after A-levels), I went to the University of Exeter to do a Chemistry degree. I liked Devon very much, and so after this degree I decided to stay on at the University, this time in the Engineering department. I am researching new dental filling materials and so far it has been very interesting! It would be lovely to hear from anyone who knew me. I hope you are all fine and enjoying whatever you are doing now!
Last updated January 2005 email

Gaynor Tong
[Staff]
The Tongs are still teaching at the BSN (or at least are trying to!) I am still based at the Junior School, (that's the new one in Mariahoeve) and a Year 6 class teacher as well as being The Humanities co-ordinator for the Junior school. I am just about getting the hang of this email stuff so bear with me if you get in touch and you don't get an immediate reply. Oh yes.....the penguin colony is thriving!! For update also see Keith Tong's entry.
Last updated January 1997 email Home Page

Keith Tong
[Staff]
The Tongs are still teaching at the BSN (or at least are trying to!) I have abandoned all those EVS lessons and have now become an Information Technology teacher - what a career change - as well as being Head of Years 7 or 8 (alternate years), or Form 1 and 2 as they used to be called. Now considered as one of the "ancients", I have probably attended more re-unions than I care to remember and a fair few weddings as well!! Clive is doing great work on here and hardly a week goes past without a "blast for the past" email arriving on my pc. (still have time to read a few more however!!). Seems that some of my little angels from a few years back have changed their spots!!! (I know thats a mixed metaphor) before you English junkies blast me. Hey come on guys after living in Holland for over 30 years I can still speaka da Englishe.
Last updated March 2003 email Home Page

Robert Toole
[Class of 1988]
Wow, what a surprise, I've seen some names here I've not heard in a long time. I left BSN in 1985 to return to Canada with my family and would have graduated from BSN in 1988. After graduating from the Canadian school system in 1988, I served 7 years with the Canadian Armed Forces as an Aircraft technician. I left the military in 1996 and returned to school studying Information Systems at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, earning a Technical graduate Diploma in Information Technology, along with Microsoft's MCSE designation. I now work as a Network Administrator for a Logistics and Distribution company in Calgary, Alberta which handles the warehousing and distribution services for Nortel Networks. In 1999, I was married to a wonderful Italian girl, Isabel Ammirati, and on October 12th 2001, our son Michael was born. These last 5 years have been the happiest of my life. You may remember me by this quote: "In Canada we have ........."
Last updated May 2002 email second email

Tracey Toole (now Britton)
[Class of 1986]
Wow, This is awesome. I left the BSN after O levels in the year 1984 where I attended the American School of The Hague to get my grade 12 Diploma. I then returned to Canada with my family (brothers Darryl and Robert who also attended the BSN 1981-1985). I then attended the Albert College of Art and Design for 3 years,was married in 1987 and now have two gorgeous kids Naiomi 11 and Tyrell 8. Moved to British Columbia for 5 years 1995-2000 wher I drove tour and school busses for the most part, but then returned to Alberta in June 2000 with huspband in tow, where we now reside in Airdrie.I now work as a dog groomer while I further my career as a professional artist.This site brings back alot of memories so lets chat on line!!!!!!!!!!!
Last updated May 2002 email

Caroline Trautner
[Class of 1998]
Hi everyone, Well, after leaving the BSN (after 9IB)I went to a Dutch school, got HAVO in '99. Then I moved on to study graphic design and 3 years later (2002) I graduated and have been accepted into the Art Academy in Groningen (But I am still waiting for answers from the Royal Art Academy and the Danish Design School in Copenhagen). I love designing but on the side I do photography and get money for it as well! I am very happy, enjoying life and don't take it too seriously (but I am still not tall)!! If you remember me (or don't)it would be great if you dropped me a line or two! Take care you all, Caroline Trautner
Last updated May 2002 email

Tamara Trefry
[Class of 1994]
My name is Tamara Trefry and I left BSN in 1992 when I returned to Perth Western Australia. I completed year 12 and after moving around a bit and trying my hand at child care and retail, finally decided what to do with myself. I am currently studying at university to become a librarian. And have recently become engaged to be married. I would love to hear from any of the old crew.
Last updated October 2000 email

Alex Trotter-Fernandez
[Class of 2005]
Hey there! You might not remember me, I left halfway through the 12th year, and I used to be called Trotter back then. I was around between 1998 and 2004. You might remember I used to make dumb videos, and show them in class. I'm currently studying Film Production at the University College of the Creative Arts (in Farnham), and specialising in Film Editing/Post Production - in my second year. So far my claim to fame has been working with documentary filmmaker Paul Watson (Malcolm and Barbara: Love's Farewell 2007 - the one where he got in trouble for `faking' a death). in the editing room. (he was a guest lecturer, and advised us on our shorts) My other claim to fame is that Paul Watson hated the documentary film I worked on, because it was a polemic :D. My goal at the moment is to get into the National Film School, which hopefully I'll be able to do, pending grades. Eventually I'll be editing feature films, but I'll keep you posted on that. If you remember who I am, I'd like to hear from ya, I kinda lost in touch with you guys when I moved. Check out my myspace page for my showreel (still in progress).
Last updated April 2008 email Home Page

Martin Tschumi
[Class of 1972]
Hello there my good friends! After Swiss military service in 1974, 6 months at Leiden University, work in various factories, I travelled overland from Malaysia back to Holland with David Vasey in 1977/78. I then left for Switzerland to work for DHL Courier Services, married, had 3 children, divorced, and have been here in the Z�rich area ever since. I spent about 15 years in the export business and then moved into publishing, coaching and training. Am now on early retirement (am most grateful), teach English and sell business books part-time. I travel to Holland quite often. I Look forward to hearing from Konrad Bartelski, Peter Lawler, Douglas Hopping, James v.d. Berg, Nino, Jan, Lars, Steve, Lex, the Boltons, the Taits and everyone else ofcourse.
Last updated January 2010 email

Genny Tunbridge
[Class of 1981]
After five years in rural Lincolnshire, now living in Chelmsford, where I work at the Cathedral. I've a very ancient job title - Precentor (it means "first cantor") - and my job description says I am the "main singing priest" at the Cathedral. While this certainly means I do a bit of singing, actually I spend most of my working hours sat in front of my computer working on admin and DTP of booklets for endless special services. One of the most interesting was a commemorative service 50 years after the great floods of 1953, which affected the East Coast of Britain and especially Essex prettly badly, though nothing like as badly as the Netherlands.
Last updated July 2003 email

Judy Tunbridge (now Kaye)
[Class of 1984]
Left BSN in 1984. Spent 4 years at University of Reading studying Linguistic Science. Met future husband James Kaye in 1989, moved to Cardington near Bedford. Married in 1991. Worked in Creative Services department of RCI Europe in Kettering (timeshare exchange company) from 1989 until Feb 1996, producing holiday brochures in 18 languages using electronic publishing. Moved to run-down farmhouse in rural Lincolnshire in 1995. Trying to restore it. Attended reunion in October with Ilja, who is now my sister-in-law, as she married John Kaye, Jim's brother! Baby Elizabeth Sofia born on 23 November 1996 - a beautiful little girl, but not much sleep at nights! [Update February 2001] Second daughter, Katherine Celeste born December 2000 - lovely baby, who sleeps a lot! By the way, Ilja had a baby too in July 2000!
Last updated April 2006

Alec Turnbull
[Class of 1979]
I spent 3 years at BSN from 1975 to 1978 leaving in the lower 6th I should of graduated in 1979.I must say I have many happy memories and find it hard to beleive it is now 25 years ago,its interesting to see a reunion taking place this year and all the familiar names its a shame its to far away to attend as I have lived in New Zealand for the last 15 years.After leaving I spent a year to try and figure out what I want to do and ended up training in electrical engineering,I had several jobs in the UK in the early eighties finally ending up with Brush Traction in Loughborough in 1986.They had a contract to manufacture 22 mainline electric locomotives for New Zealand Railways,which I worked on and also brought me to New Zealand to commission them in 1988.Initially I was based in Palmerston North for 18 months this is where I met my New Zealand born wife,and after we got married moved to Lower Hutt near Wellington.I have 2 daughters Laura who is 13 and Lisa who is 9,and am now working for the French engineering company Alstom in Lower Hutt.I enjoy my life here in New Zealand beautiful scenery and reasonable climate,in fact being english seems like a former life now.It would be nice to here from anyone who remembers me,and if you are in New Zealand get in touch I'd love to here from you.
Last updated January 2004 email

Tony Turnbull
[Class of 1981]
Came across this sight by fluke when looking for another school I attended. What memories came flooding back: Joseph O'Neill, Barry Forrester (still supporting Man U, no doubt), Phil Hughes - but no Simon Duggan, Graham Etherington, Kevin Leggett. The 3 years between 75 and 78 were a very happy time for me at the school - highlights being the skiing trips to Maurach and Engelberg, and the field trips to Terschelling, Ahrweiler and Chamonix. After leaving unexpectedly in 1978 (I was very upset to go), I went back to Newcastle, where I did my A levels, then went to Bristol University to read physics. Afterwards had an abortive 6 months at the UK Atomic Energy Authority in Warrington before changing tack and doing chartered accountancy in London (didn't even go via lion taming). After qualifying in 1990 I moved into Investment Banking, first with CSFB, and now with UBS Warburg - based in London, but with a fair bit of travelling around the world. Got married in 95 to Susan and have one daughter, Elizabeth who has started school herself now, making me feel old. We now live in Saffron Walden in Essex. Those in the class of 79 may remember my brother Alec who now lives in New Zealand with his wife and 2 daughters (certainly Keith McKay, Peter Meadows and Anna Bolton will). I think Mark Shimmin has been in touch with him. I'll pass on any emails, if you like.
Last updated September 2001 email

Jayne Turner
[Class of 1988]
I must firstly apologise to anyone who has tried to get in touch over the last year or so. We changed our internet service over a year ago and I forgot to update my email address on this website - sorry. Thought it was about time I got my act together and did a quick update. Let's see if my brain can function correctly....we left Holland in 1986, parents and brother to Jakarta, me off to boarding school back in England. Parents and brother returned from Indonesia and we all settled in the wonderful (?) town of Oldham. Left school after A-levels, decided I was sick of school and knew best (nothing changes) and found a job (decision much regretted later). Worked for a variety of companies in a whole slew of positions; purchasing sports equipment being my specialty. Met my husband Neil and made the decision to get out of the rat race and out of England. We immigrated to Canada back in 1995 to bask in the beautiful scenery and the laid back, West Coast life style of British Columbia. We have lived on Vancouver Island for the past 7 years but due to the declining provincial economy, employment is hard to come by in my husbands' field, and we are in the midst of a move to Edmonton, Alberta. The fact that we have a 21 month old toddler (Jakob) and our second child is due in 2 weeks just makes it all the more exciting! Would love to hear news from any old friends. We will be available at this email address for the next little while until we move and then I will be in touch with our new details.
Last updated April 2002 email

Laura Turner
[Class of 1997]
I left BSN in 1992 and returned home to England. I went on to Uni in Leicester and am now married, living in London and working as a journalist. I had a great time at BSN and would love to hear from any of my old friends.
Last updated August 2009 email

Deborah Turton (now Evans)
[Class of 1993]
I have just graduated as a nurse from Salford University in Manchester, and now work as a recovery nurse in theatre at Trafford General Hospital. I have a five year old son called Adam who is a lot of hard work but very enjoyable. I live in Manchester and will be getting married in June this year, I have finally decided to take the plunge. I would love to here from anyone who knows me.
Last updated January 2001 email

Manuela Uggiano
[Class of 1997]
I left BSN in 1993, and should have been in class of 1997. I moved back to Italy and went to a public school, it was a refreshing change to be with all sorts of people, not just rich spoilt kids (sorry, but for the majority of people in my year, it was true) and I changed completely: quickly got involved in a Punk/Anarchist movement, started a Riotgrrl band, and found a guy that loves me! *sticks tongue out at all people who thought I was plump and ugly* I moved back to Holland in 1997 with Mario (my love!), and started working at Hewlett-Packard: European Customer Support Centre in Amsterdam, as an on-line software support agent for Italian customers, and became a tekkie freak, addicted to the Internet, also became Department Scheduler for a while (my organizational and accuracy skills were noticed!), now after 18 months, I left the company to do a bit of travelling: I hope to get to India to "find myself". I currently have multi-coloured dreadlocks and tatoos on most of my back! You wouldn't recognize me...
Last updated April 1999 email

Burcu Ugurtas
[Class of 1997]
So after leaving Holland in 1997 I had an excellent spell in Bristol for 3 years studying Economics and Politics. Since graduating I've been living in London for the past 5 years and working in the City. My parents are enjoying life in Istanbul and I often find myself heading back for the weekends. My sister Ece is also living in London and working in the City. We're living together and having a fabulous time, though of course I occasionally find it very amusing to revert back to annoying little sister. Life is good but have been seeing far too little of my BSN buddies... let's get in touch!
Last updated March 2006 email

Ece Ugurtas
[Class of 1993]
I graduated from the University of Bristol in Economics & Politics in 1996 but decided that the student life needed to be prolonged. More study was definitely required and I went to the London School of Economics. With my MSc Economics completed but still feeling far too young for all the responsibilities of working life, I headed off to seek a city career in fund management. Fast forward 3 years and I'm now a Director of Fixed Interest at M&G Investment Management. Still enjoying life, travelling around and laughing at the funny things in life. Burcu, my younger sister (although people actually think she's the older one now!!), has grown up and just started working at JP Morgan Investment Management. Our parents are retired and well, enjoying Istanbul life and great weather. I keep in touch with Line Pedersen & Linda Horsfield, but would love to hear from other former BSNers.
Last updated January 2003 email

Nick Underwood
[Class of 1995]
As it's been 4 years since my last entry and with several classmates from 1995 updating their progress recently, I thought it was time I did the same to mine. After 3 years at the University of London I went back to Holland where I got involved with airlines. Gained a bit of experience, took a break and did a little travel around South America before returning to London 3 years later in April 2001 to continue the aviation theme. Had an excellent time, travelled lots and enjoyed all that London has to offer. After 3 years, the crowds, congestion and daily commute got the better of me, so decided it was time for a career change and moved to Brussels in April 2004. Still playing with aeroplanes, but this time with Americans in the form of FedEx. Thoroughly enjoyed the job and had a great apartment in the centre of Brussels, so threw it all away by getting engaged to my girlfriend of 3 years. Moved to the US this past September before getting married a month later. Managed to round up quite a few exBSN'ers to partake in the event as well. Now living outside Washington DC in Annapolis, Maryland and thoroughly enjoying married life. Looking forward to settling down but neither my wife nor I have a very good track record of that, so we expect to be on the move again in a few years...
Last updated November 2005 email

Richard Underwood
[Class of 1999]
Although I'm a true member of the Class of 1999, I actually left the BSN in 2000 after being ill the year before. I'm not sure if I can claim to be the longest serving BSN student in history (but I'll have a go anyway), having spent 14 years there, rather than the usual 13 - I'll have to check with Mr. Weston! After leaving school I went to the University of Surrey in Guildford, and ended up graduating with a degree in economics in 2004. I then came back to Holland where I'm working in eBusiness strategy at Shell Global Solutions in Amsterdam. The work's great fun so far - not so sure about the daily commute though. I'm still in contact with lots of folks from the BSN, including quite a few people from back in the early days - I managed to meet up with Didi Omiyi in New York last summer! I've got a pretty good memory, so if you remember me then feel free to drop me a line!
Last updated May 2005 email

Susej Uzcategui
[Class of 1997]
Hi all! I hope someone remembers me and I can get in touch, although it was a long time ago, I still have my Magazine of The British School 1988. I started at BSN (Assen) in 1986 and studied for two years. I remember Miss. Broad and Mrs. Rigby whom I always played ping-pong with. Also I was a very close friend of Heather Cole and her brother David Cole...I hope to get in touch with them. Please contact me at this email.
Last updated October 2007 email

Ratha Vayagool
[Class of 1987]
After having left BSN, I completed a B.S. in Business Management from University of Maryland University College, European Division (Germany) and a Master of Arts in International Relations from Boston University, International Program (Germany). I had worked at the Export-Import Bank of Thailand and at the Parliament of Thailand. I am currently a Theravadin Buddhist Monk pursuing vipassana meditation.
Last updated June 2002 email

Rama Velamuri
[Class of 1997]
I am in India currently practising as a surgeon. I was in the BSN in 1991 and 1992. Left in July 1992 for India to complete my remaining education. I was belonging to the class on 1997 students. Anybody wants to contact me please do.
Last updated April 2007 email

Steven Verhulst
[Class of 1995]
Hi everybody! I left the British School (Juniorschool) around 1987 and would have been in Upper Sixth around 1995. After leaving the BSN I went on to the Rijnlands Lyceum in Wassenaar and then decided to go and study Business Administration at the Erasmus University in Rotterdam. I graduated last year and have since then been working for a number of companies in both the transportation and IT industry. It would be great to hear from anyone who remembers me! Take care, Steven.
Last updated August 2003 email

Dagmar Vermeer
[Class of 1998]
I was at BSN from 1990 to 1993. I would have graduated in 1998 with you guys. I was friends with Caroline Kube, Kate Lamy, Jacqui Ridle, Jenny Thomas and the rest of them. After BSN I moved to Oman where I lived till 1999, after which I moved back to Holland to do my BA in International Relations at Webster university. I found three fellow BSN alums there: Lydia, Gabriel and Manuela.. Ran into a few BSN folks multiple times in Leiden and The Hague - Gareth Wind, Niels Evans, Caroline Kube and many more!. I'm now living in Vancouver, Canada. I finished my PhD in genocide last year. If anyone remembers me, feel free to email me
Last updated March 2007 email

Daniel Vermeer
[Class of 1997]
For those of you, who don't remember me, I was the boy, who was always trying to gain the interest of one female student or another, (those names will remain quiet), but never got anywhere. Still in the middle of all that happened, I don't think, that I could have had a more interesting experience into the introduction of adolescence than at the BSN. We were all teens, and whatever happened, happens to us all, at one time or another. But I'am happy to say that being at the BSN has made me a better, and less 'gullible' person, than if I had never been there at all. I left the BSN at the end of the 1993-1994 schoolyear, and left to Oman, in the Middle East. I graduated from a US-UK (the American-British Academy) Highschool. Don't be fooled by the very 'posh' name. It's all a 'cover-up' We didn't have uniforms - surprised, happily, of course. After three wonderful years, I returned back from a city that contrary to popular belief, is actually filled with a lot of wonderful greenery, luscious trees and hedges, decorated with beautiful (they're real!)flowers, where beacons of Arab history, such as forts, the Koran, ships, coffee pots and clock towers, are the spectacle on each roundabout. Arriving in Holland, I enrolled in Webster University, Leiden, majoring in Marketing and Pyschology. I have just nine classes left to go, taking a maximum of three during each quarter. Being quite involved in the Student Council, wehere we organize a variety of events including charity, (volunteering) cultural (dinners, city tours), and the seasonal(dinners, celebrations) etc. has allowed me to broaden my horizons, and experience a greater amount of responsibility, than I thought imaginiable. Lastly, I would like to say, that realizing the possibilities of my potential as a person, have been formed due to my experiences, meeting people, and understanding them, and I can say without a doubt that it all started at the BSN. Thank you for that.
Last updated September 2001 email

Augusto Vidal
[Class of 1983]
I was at BSN from 1981 until January 1983. Then I got back to Per£, studied Business Administration (University of Lima), worked in different companies and since 2002 I work at the Superintendence of Banking. Married in 1991, I have a 16 years old daughter called Gabriela. When I was at BSN I used to play in a band with Stephen Connolly, Roger Cornell and Grant Stewart, I'm still playing guitar (lead guitar) with a Band called Por Viru (www.posviru.com) we released an album in1997. I'd like to hear from anyone that remembers me.
Last updated November 2008 email

Javier Vidal
[Class of 1991]
I am Javier Vidal, from Lima, Peru. I was in the BSN back in 1981 till 1983. After that I returned to Peru. I'm guessing I would of left school by 1991. I remember only a few of my friends from those years and I would like to try and contact them. They are: Mark Parker, Adam Falconer and Russell Moore. I also remember two other friends, Sarah and Elizabeth (we called her Buffy) but I can't remember their last names. It would be great If I can find my friends from those years.
Last updated December 2007 email

Jose Vidal
[Class of 1983]
I was at BSN from 1981 to 1983. After BSN I returned to Lima, Peru and studied Industrial Engineering at Universidad de Lima. I joined IBM in 1989 and worked there for 14 years, until 2003. After that I started a business of my own, a sales school named The Sales Group School (www.sagros.com) and then returned to the corporate life working for IT related companies. Four months ago I joined Microsoft and I am responsible for selected corporate customers in Lima. I am married to Lucia and we have two kids, Joaquin (10) and Ignacio (8). At BSN I used to play lots of football, with Barry Forrester and tennis, with Christoph Weidinger, still do, specially tennis with my two sons. I hope to see them playing Wimbledon in the future, to fulfill what the British Ambassador asked me when I received the Most promising tennis player trophy , Next Wimbledon Champion?I hope so, Sir!...now I play for fun at the club. Close to our 25th anniversary, some old mates are re-connecting with the past and getting in touch, like Douglas Knapp, Rainer Birk, Simon Weinberg still looking for Christoph. Any news?.
Last updated December 2007 email

Maria Vidal
[Class of 1985]
Left the BSN in 1983 and returned to Lima. Studied and then worked for seven years, now dedicated to raise my two kids, Francesca 8 and Marcelo 4 and running a small business of my own. I have great memories of my stay in Holland, and would love to hear from you.
Last updated January 2008 email

Phil de Villiers
[Class of 1993]
I left BSN in 1993, and studied Economics at the University of St Andrews. After a spell in South Africa teaching at a boarding school, I ended up in London working as a management consultant for Accenture. I'm still in regular contact with Patrik Silen, Gary Gullick, Luis Mota, Nick Crabtree and John Shields, and would love to hear from anyone else from class of 1993.
Last updated October 2004 email

Kate de Villiers (now Duroux)
[Class of 1991]
It's been a while since I updated my entry so just wanted to let people know what I've been up to. My husband and I have just taken a 6 month sabbatical from our jobs to travel the world. We had an amazing time travelling around South America, New Zealand, Australia and South East Asia... sure beats work! We met up with Claire Ratcliffe whilst in Thailand which was fantastic... hadn't seen each other for almost 12 years now. Anyway... trying to readjust to living in London and being back at work... could take some time!
Last updated April 2003 email

Laura Vincent
[Class of 1997]
Hi! I left BSN in 1997 and went to Leeds University to study European Union Studies. When I finished I went travelling for a year, through Asia, Australia & America. Have decided to put off getting a real job for a bit longer, so I'm doing a MA in International Studies and Diplomacy at SOAS, Russell Sq in London in September! After that hopefully will be travelling around Africa/ South America & anywhere else I haven't been to!! Look forward to seeing people at the October reunion!
Last updated September 2002 email

Shefali Virkar
[Class of 2001]
Hello! I left BSN (and Holland) in 1991 and moved to Bangalore, India. After a completing a great undergraduate degree in Psychology, Economics and English Lit from India, I went on to do my Masters in Globalisation and Development ah the Uni of Warwick. I'm currently at the University of Oxford doing a D.Phil. in Politics (if that scares you, don't worry, I'm still trying to work out how it happened myself!) . Unfortunately I've lost contact with loads of people who were friends during my BSN days. If you remember me it would be great if we could get back in touch!
Last updated November 2005 email

Petteri Vuokko
[Class of 1992]
After leaving the BSN after my GCSE's I moved to Finland to pursue a career as a professional squash player. After 3 years and absolutely no funding for the sport in Finland I had to forget that dream and move on. I worked one year in Milan as a coach, and then joined the Finnish Paratroop School for a year in hell with the Finnish army. After that I went to Tampere University for two years, and studied Marketing and Psychology. Two year of brain-pounding got my restless soul moving again, and I joined a Scandinavian tour operator and moved to Fuerteventura for the winter. Since then I have worked in Italy, Madeira, Turkey, Cuba, and now I am the Area Manager for my company, Scandinavian Leisure Group, in Borneo, Kota Kinablu to be exact.
Last updated October 2000 email

Pia Vuokko (now Helminen)
[Class of 1991]
After leaving the BSN, I spent a good six months in France, trying to improve my French. In 1992, I moved to Tampere, Finland, where I began my studies of English philology at the University of Tampere. I now work at Tampere Convention Bureau, where my main task is to try and get as many congresses to Tampere as possible. I married a lovely Finnish guy and it seems like I'm in here in Tampere to stay! If any of you ever come to Finland, please give me a call!
Last updated September 2000 email

Vicky Waddingham
[Class of 1995]
Well I finally finished my degree in June at Portsmouth University and am now filling in my time until January when I hope to travel for 6 months. I am working at IBM for the moment and quite enjoying it although its not that exciting. Apart from the travelling I really don't know what the future holds but lets hope its good.
Last updated November 2000 email

Chris Wagstaff
[Class of 1987]
I left the BSN after O levels, and went to school in merica for two years. I then went to University of Birmingham and did a degree in Philosophy. Despite trying I have never quite managed to leave Birmingham. I'm married (to Angie), with two boys (Sheridan and Zach). I work as a mental Health nurse and lecture at the Univeriy of Central England.
Last updated December 2001 email

Paul Wagstaff
[Class of 1985]
I left BSN in '83 after o levels so I guess that makes me class of '85, after getting a Business qualification I went onto Cardiff Uni to study accountancy. After working for British Steel and the Welsh National Opera I now work for the BBC. I am married to Sarah (a Doctor) and have two lovely children Nathan (8) and Alex (4). I would love to hear from any of my old classmates.
Last updated April 2001 email

Lisa Walling
[Class of 1997]
I left the upper 6th in 1997. I finished my bachelors degree in Biology a year ago. Since then I have been working at a marine biology research station. It is located right next to the Monterey Bay Aquarium!
Last updated August 2002 email

Sharlyn Walling
[Class of 1995]
I'm living in Dallas, Texas, and working at a law firm. I plan to start law school at the University of Michigan this August. Around the same time, my parents will be moving back to California, after 16 years in the Netherlands. I enjoyed seeing many of you during the holidays over the past few years, but I probably won't be back as often after my parents move. Hope to see you on this side of the ocean sometime!
Last updated April 2001 email

Anastasia Walsh
[Class of 1988]
I was at BSN in 1983/84 in the 3rd yr I was known as the bad girl of the school and enjoyed my infamy greatly. I have since lived in Spain, Yorkshire ,London, Mexico and London again.I went to Sheffield University as a mature student (I left school at 16) as they mistakenly believed mature students to be hard working. For my sins I am now an international private banker for Coutts. I would like it to be clear that I remain the 'bad girl' I always was. It's just I have a mortgage to pay now!
Last updated December 2000 email

Alan Ward
[Class of 1990]
Still working for American oil company. After a 4 year stint in Aberdeen, I then went to West Africa for 4 years and after a brief assignment in Indonesia I'm now based in Houston, Tx. Have a wife and two great kids (Matthew 3yrs, Jessica 5 months). Fortunately they look like Mum. Still maintain brief contact with Steve Glendinning and Nik Hannant. Recently lost contact details for Larry Loftus. Get the odd email from Honorine as well.
Last updated March 2008 email

Amanda Wardle
[Class of 1994]
I've only just discovered this website, how fantastic! Well, I had a great time at Cambridge (avoiding) studying Architecture. I 'survived' and left with no intention of ever becoming an architect...so I went to work in a large architects office in London after the degree and found real life architecture to be completely different - I quite enjoyed it! Lived in Southend and Swindon, juggling architecture with waitressing, an interesting combination and naturally found myself wanting to go back to it after a couple of years out. KIAD in Canterbury was exactly what I needed. It's been great studying architecture in an art & design college and having the freedom to use all the facilities here. I started getting into film-making at the very end of the course. And so I left, once again, with no intention of ever becoming an architect! I left with a distinction and a keener interest in film and motorbikes. Although, I have since failed my motorbike test by nearly crashing into the back of a car and left my architecture job "to do other things" like going to Sydney in Apr 02 with my boyfriend Paul. We'll be in Oz and SE Asia for a couple of years, so if anyone wants to meet up for a drink in that part of the world, do get in touch! I bumped into Joe Lovelock in a pub in Canterbury about a year ago, never to be seen again and have somehow lost touch with everybody else. I'd love to hear from Mercedes, Rachel, Janice, Linda and Louise again. Where are you guys? My brother, David, is currently in his final year of Creative Sound Engineering at Leeds, he's enjoying the clubs and the course too, but not the deadlines.
Last updated January 2002 email

David Wardle
[Class of 1997]
See entry for sister Amanda.
Last updated January 2002 email

Laura Wardle
[Class of 2012]
I joined the BSN in 2001 when I was 7 and left May 2007 when I was in year 8 to come to Ireland. I had a great time and made many friends while I was there. We had many happy days inside and outside in rain or sun. I hope that I will always keep in contact with my old friends as they mean a lot to me. The best thing about being a pupil at the BSN is meeting so many people from different countries. I know I wont necesarily be able to be in that kind of community again and treasured my time there.
Last updated July 2007 email

Clare Warren
[Class of 1995]
Seeing as how my info is no woefully out of date I thought I had better provide an update! I finished my PhD at Oxford in November 2004 and have managed to land a postdoc job (geology) at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Canada. I'll be here for 2 years so if anyone wants to come play in the snow, please feel free! Keep bumping into BSN people in the most unlikely places, although haven't met anyone from the class of '95 for a while. Sister Penny is working as a teacher in Bristol, her plan is to qualify as an educational psychologist at some point.
Last updated October 2005 email

Carl Weaver
[Class of 1998]
I left the BSN in 1998 and went to Manchester Metropolitan to study Geography. Having graduated there in 2001 I went on to complete a Masters in Geographical Information Science at Nottingham University. Since September 2002 I have been back home in Holland doing some temporary work before leaving for South America in January 2003. The plan is to spend six months travelling before looking for a more permanent job in the UK. It would be great to hear from anyone that I have lost touch with since leaving school.
Last updated January 2003 email

Keith Webb
[Class of 1979]
Since leaving BSN I went to Art college and studied for a degree in Graphics. From there onto the top design agency on the south coast and then I opened my own practice. After the great crash of 1992 I moved into management in motor racing, looking after a Spanish driver and then managing a race team for Harrods in the International GT Series. Since then I have returned to my art consultancies dealing with multimedia and 3D animation and modelling and web sites. I am currently seeking a career shift to the games industry. My fiancee Helen and I have one child Chloe (1996) and another due in August.
Last updated February 1999 email

Rebekah Webb (now Hodson)
[Class of 1990]
After graduating, I lived in London for a couple of years before traveling for a year. Got married to my Australian husband in 2001 and bridesmaids included Andrea Garrett and my sister Naomi. After another few years renovating houses, lots of acting & singing, plenty of drinking & drinking and 7 years with a pharmaceutical market research company I was offered a transfer to our Australian offices. We were relocated to Sydney in August 2005 and are now coming to grips with constant 40C temp, too many bbqs and a lifestyle which revolves around surfing - it's a tough lifestyle but someone has to do it! (mind you it's a work hard play hard mentality!). In short it's wonderful and the move was definitely smart! My sister is a sales Rep for Bic and lives in Birmingham but is contactable through myself. Hope to hear from anyone I've lost contact with over the years.
Last updated February 2006 email

Lynn Weinberg
[Class of 1981]
Contact via Simon.
Last updated September 2000 email

Natalie Weinberg
[Class of 1987]
Contact via Simon.
Last updated September 2000 email

Simon Weinberg
[Class of 1983]
Having lived in 5 countries in 13 years it has now turned full circle (or pear shaped depending on your point of view) and I am back in Holland working in ESTEC. Gillian and I have a second child Thomas born on my birthday last year, so now a matching pair with my daughter Sarah who is 7 any minute now. I have stylishly dyed my hair grey to make myself look older (!) and so that my ex-classmates won't feel so bad when we meet up. Yes, but at least I have hair! I am gobsmacked how much I like living back in Holland - just didn't appreciate it when I was growing up there I guess. Ah, the feel of a saddle between your legs. Or so I'm told. Sarah is at the BSN now...wow! Would love to hear from you!
Last updated May 2003 email

Eric Weinberger
[Class of 1985]
I would enjoy being listed in your Old Student Associations site, if eligible. I left before taking O levels or A levels, but was at ESH/BSN for eight years with what would be the Class of 1985. I know all those people you have listed for '85 and remember them well; they would remember me too. My younger brother Paul ('88?) and sister Wanda ('91?) did the same eight-year "progression," too; but then we all moved over to the American School of The Hague to start high school. I went on to Yale, like my brother, and got a BA in history. Now in my fifth year teaching writing at Harvard (my title is "preceptor in expository writing," my subject George Orwell), and doing a lot of book reviews, essays and op-eds for US papers like the Boston Globe, The New York Times, The Nation, Salon, etc. Nothing for British papers or magazines, unfortunately, as I prefer reading them to their American counterparts! Am married to Joanne and live in Cambridge; if anyone from the old days is passing through Boston, please look me up.
Last updated August 2003 email

Amanda Wells (now Gibbs)
[Class of 1982]
Have just discovered the BSN web site - great memories have come rushing back to me although I have been frantically trying to remember names and faces - I knew those old British School Magazines would come in handy one day. I spent 4 great years at the school between 1976 and 1980 and yes I was that Pied Piper of Hamelin in the Speech Day performance of '79 (I'm sure it must have been character building but did I really have to look that stupid? Check out the '79 school magazine and see what I mean!). To update - I returned to the UK where we lived near Reading in Berkshire, went to school did O's and A's and then went on to Lancaster University to read French. Graduated in 1986, worked in a pub for a while cos I hadn't a clue what I wanted to do job-wise. There I met my husband and we married in 1988. Lived in Aldermaston for 11 years and worked for Elf Atochem UK Ltd, the chemicals and plastics branch of the French company Elf Aquitaine, in their corporate affairs division. I have two boys, Oliver who's 8 and Max who just turned 2 and we are currently living near Boulder in Colorado and, as the Americans say, I am now a "stay at home Mom". The tragic events of September 11th have unfortunately meant that we shall be returning to the UK early next year, back to Newbury to be exact. Anyway we have had a fantastic year here with great people and spectacular scenery, all in all a wonderful experience. Would love to hear from or hear news about Sheri Kahle, Nicola Clarke, Caroline Riley, Pilar Domingo, Helen Ashenden, Anthony Thory and anyone else who remembers me! Have spotted some names already listed which I recognise and will be in touch soon. Please email me, I'd love to hear from you.
Last updated November 2001 email

David Welton
[Class of 2001]
I would have graduated from the BSN in 2001 but instead i left in 1997 to live in wonderful Godalming, Surrey. After college i went to Surrey University for a year and a half before dropping out due to severe lethargy and disinterest. After that i felt a bit lost so i got a Higher Diploma in Music Production to kill some time. As i write this it is August 2004 and i am designing websites with a friend, working part time in a bookshop and playing in the "third best band in guildford" (haha.) Why not kill two birds with one stone: our website is www.ailingpopes.co.uk and we built the site ourselves! Life is grand and that, hope you are all enjoying yourselves.
Last updated September 2004 email Home Page

Mike Weston
[Staff]
Still at the Senior School but gave up being Head of German a few years ago. I now work part time, running the archives and doing a bit of teaching, mostly small Sixth Form groups. Suits me perfectly. I am in touch with quite a number of ex-students and the list gets added to regularly via the OSA website. (I even heard from a couple of gentlemen older than myself who were here before the war!!) To all my own ex-students Viele Gruesse und Alles Gute!! It was great teaching you.
Last updated May 2007 email

Miranda Whitcomb
[Class of 1991]
As I have finally got a toe into this settling down game, I thought it was about time I updated my entry. Managed to escape the dreich Aberdeen at the end of last year and mountain-hop to the other side of the Cairngorms and Aviemore - Scotland's premier ski resort (ha!). Scottish Natural Heritage needed someone to take on the controversial funicular project (funicular being built through ski area adjacent to lots of sites designated for their international flora and fauna, causing lots of uproar from everyone and their goldfish), and seeing as it combined my interests of skiing, climbing and conservation, I thought, why not? The funicular's now built and I got offered a job with the Cairngorms Partnership, the forerunner to the impending Cairngorms National Park Authority and now spend most of my time designing interpretation. Here to stay, at least until global warming puts a final stopper on Scottish skiing and after years of living in draughty estate cottages, bothies and the like, I have bought a house in Aviemore. Unfortunately, those living in Aviemore are commonly referred to as Aviemorons. Still in contact with Sonja who has also escaped her job and headed to Basel to teach there, where bizarrely, she works with my P6 teacher, Miss Parker. Would love to hear from anyone else who knew me, especially if they fancy a quick jaunt up to Aviemore to sample skiing on heather.
Last updated June 2002 email

Suki Whitcomb (now Ahsam)
[Class of 1985]
Now working in East Sussex as a speech and language therapist, specialising in early years. Have two lovely children, Colette (5yrs) and Jem (4yrs) and a long forgiving husband, Richie. Still in regular contact with Katie Benn (once Trigg) who isn't on this system - the little minx. Still, I think she's in touch with most of the class of 1985 as it is! Great to see what everyone is doing. Regards to all my old friends.
Last updated September 2001 email

Gavin White
[Class of 1996]
I left the BSN in 1993 and went to Houston, Texas with my parents. I returned to the Hague one year later and went to the International School in the Hague (ISH). After graduating from ISH in 1995 and living in the Hague and Rotterdam, I moved to work in Oslo, Norway. My body-piercing and tattoo studio - "Griffin Studio" opened in 1999 and I've been carrying out body-art on all walks of life in Norway. I'm living just outside Oslo and it would be cool to hear from my old palls from the BSN. Contact me at Asterudsletta 32, 1344 Haslum, Norway - or if you're in Oslo visit the studio at Grensen 9, Oslo. No email.
Last updated September 2001

Lajla White
[Class of 1993]
After leaving the BSN I went to Leeds to get my BSc in Biology before going to Aberdeen to complete a Masters degree in Ecology. Various jobs for English Nature and the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs have taken me to Yorkshire and to London where many of us ex-BSNers have met up for a few pints and some gossip! I have now moved to Oslo , Norway and am still working in environment/agriculture, - this time for the Norwegian government. Simon and I got married in June 2005 and we are living near Oslo with our dog and cat!
Last updated September 2005 email

Mark (aka Chalky) White
[Class of 1986]
Left BSN around 86 - have spent the last 10 years working as a town planner in South Essex. Last October we moved Sam (wife) and Caitlin (daughter) to Auckland NZ. I am now working for Auckland City as a town planner. I was still playing Rugby up until last season and am currently contemplating starting up again however, the local rugby scene in NZ looks pretty serious for my old body. On our travels we stayed with Mike Cope in Melbourne, he seems to be pretty settled into married life. If any one remembers me and is in this part of the world, feel free to drop in there is plenty of space, if you do not mind crying babies, as we are due for another in June.
Last updated March 2001 email

Rob White
[Class of 1996]
As seen on other entries, I am just one part of the fabulous foursome currently risking life and limb living in the bad lands of Streatham. I am currently working for a large computer company who seem to take great delight in trying to force me out - no such luck yet. I would like to take this opportunity to ask everyone to email Stu, Sam and Rory to force them into buying more alcohol for our house. Cheers lads."
Last updated November 2001 email

Jane White (now Canaway)
[Class of 1979]
My name is Jane Canaway, but I was Jane White at school - from 1975-1979. Graduated in 1979 after the mad rush to move into the new school in time to take our A levels. Always been my excuse for dismal results. Took a year out and went to Israel, kibbutzing and visiting old flame from the American school and Anglo-US school band, Yzhar Ashdot. Funnily enough I got back into contact again with Yzhar this year - he's mega star in Israel now. Then studied International Politics and Strategic Studies at Aberystwyth University (with Sarah Holmes) but spent more time swimming and surfing. Got a job on a local newspaper when went to "home" town in uk, Guildford, and never looked back. Was up in Fleet St when broke up with long-term boyfriend in '86 and decided a spot of travel would help. Met an Aussie on an Indian beach in my first week of travel, met up with him again in Australia so we headed off around Oz on motorbikes - and we now have two kids and married 11 years. Still working as journo - back on local rags after 8 years on magazines. Still see Bindu Rao (now Narula) regularly although she's moving to Sydney this week. Rod Bolton's in Adelaide and calls in when in Melbourne. Anna Bolton married Dean in San Diego last year and seems happier than ever. Went to Louise Gibney's wedding four years ago and met up with Pam Senior, too. My parents now back in UK but come out here regularly. Gizza call if you need a bed for the night, anyone passing through Melbourne.
Last updated May 2002 email

Martin Whitehead
[Class of 1992]
After completing A-levels at the BSN I returned to UK and went to Manchester to do my Foundation in Art & Design. There I remained in contact with Caroline Harris, Cathryn McPhee and Paul McCarthy as they were in the same Uni - I have since managed to loose contact with all of these people. I graduated with a degree in Communication Media and about a year after went to Australia to 'find myself' - or was it to find a tan - or was it for a beer - I cant remember? It is here that I got back in contact with Sean Jungwirth and we remain in contact today. I returned from Australia and landed a job in design and have since moved into a large software corporation as their European Graphic Designer based here in the UK. Anyone know what ever happened to Emma Yorke, Caroline Harris, Claire Livingstone, Andy Phillip, Erdem etc?
Last updated December 2000 email

Cassie Whittell
[Class of 1990]
I left BSN in 1984 to come back to the UK. After a few years at an uptight girls' school, it was a big relief to go away to uni! Did my degree at Sheffield University, an MSc at City University (trained to be a librarian...!) - before starting work in magazines. I'm currently production editor on New Woman magazine and living in St Albans with my boyfriend. This site certainly brings back some memories - anyone remember the great 5-a-side footie tournament (our team was the 'Flamethrowers' and my dad made us some 'Flamethrower' t-shirts??!!!)
Last updated July 2001 email

Hanna Wikstrom
[Class of 2004]
Hi Everyone! I just heard about the BSN Old Student's Association from a friend I know from when I went to BSN, and I had to write and see how all my old friends are doing, and what they're up to! If any of you remember me, my name's Hanna Wikstrom, and I went to BSN between 94 and 97. I was in Ms. Wright's class in year 4 (i think it was year 4 anyway!), then in Mr. Thorndycroft's class, followed by Mrs. Carrier's class and finally Mr. Embleton- 7NE as Meggan reminded me!:-) After BSN I moved to Munich, Germany, and went to Munich International School, and then I did my IB Diploma in Cambridge, England. Now I'm studying German and English literature at Warwick University. I had a great time at BSN, and met a ton of cool friends, most of whom, I unfortunately haven't kept in contact with. If any of you guys read this- Karen, Corinna, Nicola, Toby (you and all your rabbits!:-) I remember Shadow!), Anna Hastings (it was always you, Meggan and I trashing the boy's soccer games!), Stuart Mackay (I am still one day older than you!), Michael Ransom, Eddie (you still as crazy as always?:-)), Susan van Baarsel (remember us always making chocolate truffels?:-)), Pauline, Lindsay, and anyone else who remembers what I'm on about, please email me! I' love to hear from you. Good luck whatever you guys are up to, love, Hanna
Last updated January 2004 email

Alison Wilcock (now Robinson)
[Class of 1981]
I was a pupil from 1977 to 1979, completing my O levels at BSN. I returned to Birmingham where I studied French Economics Maths and General Studies A levels. I progressed to Loughborough University studying Business Administration with a Modern Language (French). My career was in systems analysis and data modelling with Birds Eye Walls, Computer Sciences Corporation, Central Television and Mercury Communications 1985 to 1993. I am married to Tim and we have 2 children - Alexander aged 8 and Melissa 6. Tim chases the career (software sales) while I stay at home in Berkshire and I have been studying and using homoeopathy. Does anyone know the whereabouts of Belinda Bowen and Simona Sideri? I would love to hear from them. I have heard from Jane Hall and Valerie Rico via this site.
Last updated February 2006 email

Alasdair (Al) Will
[Class of 1999]
Hi all, Alasdair (al) Will here. I would have left as part of the class of 1999, however, I left the BSN in 1997 after completing my GCSE's. I have sadly lost contact with many of the people I was friend with, but I'm still in contact with MC and Di Rogers. I went to school in Mold in North Wales (close to Chester.) to complete my A-Levels. I am currently in my third year of a Geography Degree at the University of Wales, Aberystwyth, I know it sounds dull but it really is quite a good laugh (honestly!!) At the moment I am awaiting a response to my application to do a Masters degree from the University of Hawaii. I still play cricket and football (badly!) and am enjoying life at university. I'd really like to hear from anyone who remembers me. Al
Last updated November 2001 email

Tina Willekes
[Class of 1983]
Left BSN in 1983 and headed for Sussex University to study Biology and leave with a degree 3 years later. Having decided halfway through the 2nd year that the lab was not for me, went on to do an MBA for which I graduated in 1987. Worked in biotech and pharmaceutical companies (marketing) for nearly 4 years then decided to reach out on my own and start free-lancing as marketeer and translator. Now, more than 7 years on I am still self-employed but considering a major change of career (AGAIN??!!!) next year when my youngest goes to daycare. Have been quite a busy girl since I left the BSN and I don't mean just work - married husband TON after whirlwind courtship in 1994 and have FOUR sons!! (Josh aged 5, Jordi aged 4, Quincy aged 2.3 and Memphis at 8 months). I feel I have made a solid contribution to the Netherlands' male population and am now going to reclaim some time for myself. I have always worked but from home so I've really had the best of both worlds but its now time for a change. Still see a lot of Monique Nuyts (now Hawkins/'83) and am in touch with Sigalit Mor (now Cassuto/ '83), Alison Harrison (married last year/ '83), Judy Tunbridge (now Kaye/ '84), Susan Kay (now Casnello/ '85), Genny Tunbridge and very occasionally cross lines with Caroline Cameron ('83), Francesca Novello ('83). See my sister Pia (now Olierook - '81) all the time. She lives only 10 minutes away and is married with 2 sons aged almost 8 and 5. Would love to hear from other Class of 83'ers (anyone hear from Carolyn Prior, Surpriya (Tina) Patel) and teachers - Mr Daniels - might call on you next year for some help with Chemistry and Mr Weston - the German has served me well! Ciao for now
Last updated November 2001 email

Ben Williams
[Class of 1997]
Hmm,...what have I been upto.Well so much that I would take most of this website space up! Currently I am living in Colchester in the UK and I work for a high tech single board computer company. Urm probably still look the same just a little bit wider! hope to see people at the reunions! All the best Ben Williams P.S. Send me an e-mail some time
Last updated October 2002 email Home Page

Karen Wills (now Quelch)
[Class of 1983]
I left LloydsTSB in Sept 2000 & spent 6 months catching up on things. Then Started work @ a local Secondary School in the Finance Office( yes I'm afraid I work with one of those School Managers that seem to upset every one!). This is good little jopb that keeps me busy, stops me spending Steves money & fits in with the children as it's term time only! Most of my free time is spent on holiday. We go ski-ing every year the girls have now skied every year since they were 3 & last year nearly put us to shame - we'll see how they get on in a few weeks time ! We bought a caravan last year & enjoy going away with the dog ( no kennel fees!) Would loved to hear from any one who may remember me & remember drop in if you're passing Stansted Airport.
Last updated February 2002 email

James Wilson
[Class of 1994]
Coming to the end of my Physics degree at Keble College, Oxford. Last November I became engaged to one Caroline Smith, who also studied here at Keble, and I am just the the happiest bloke alive. A big hello to everyone out there and to all my old teachers at the BSN. And yes, I'm afraid that is my big brother below.
Last updated March 1998 email

Richard Wilson
[Class of 1985]
Having spent the last 4 years in Melbourne, Australia we are now back in the USA. Currently working in Chicago, but in early 2004 we hope to buy a house in Colorado and move out there. Have a baby boy, Owen, who was born in 2003. Life is good
Last updated August 2003 email

Stuart Wilson
[Class of 1975]
I'm Stuart Wilson and attended the English School for just over two years from 1968 - 70. Left to go to Boarding School and did A levels in 1975. I've worked in Universities since graduating and spent a year living in Hong Kong. I'm now a Senior Lecturer at The University of Dundee.
Last updated February 2002 email

Vanessa Wilson (now Horne)
[Class of 1991]
I'm living in Wellington, New Zealand now and will be here for the next year or so and after that will be joining the world of foreign diplomats in a yet to be determined country! I'm currently working as a solicitor within the Ministry of Health and doing my best to stay out of trouble. I keep in contact with quite few BSN's but always love to hear and see more. There will always be a friendly welcome for anyone who is dropping in downunder.
Last updated April 2002 email

Claire Wind
[Class of 1995]
I graduated from Leicester in 1998 in Archaeology and History and decided to work in the dodgy railway caf‚ to earn cash to travel. The discovered that I wasn't up to the daily challenge of making baguettes and so went to Nottingham to train as a history teacher! Worked in Bedford for a short while, but discovered that it wasn't for me so moved back home and did supply at the BSN and even took part in Hearing Aid! Now though I have returned to student life and am studying an MA in Classical archaeology in Leiden and having a fantastic time.
Last updated November 2001 email

Gareth Wind
[Class of 1999]
"What to say. I am based in London moved down in 2005, from Edinburgh, to do my MSc in Immunology of Infectious Diseases, only took 2 years. Having taken 5 to complete my BSc in Biological Sciences, in my defence is was a 4 year course and I was a victim of Infectious Mononucleosis aka Glandular Fever. I am currently working for giant, we are an umbrella company facilitating increased take up pay for contractors, based in Holburn. Anyways I can be found on Facebook, reached at the email address here, for those who care to get in touch.
Last updated April 2008 email

Natalie Winnett (now Crosier)
[Class of 1991]
Well, it's been almost 14 years since I left the BSN in 1987 to move to the States. After high school, I returned to England to get a BA in Business & Marketing from the University of Derby. I moved back to Boston, met a wonderful man, and got married in 1996 (can't believe it's been 4 years already!). For two years I worked in High Tech Marketing Research and now I am doing marketing and graphic design at Optelec - a company that makes magnifiers for the visually impaired. We are actually owned by a Dutch company, so from time to time I get to practice the little Dutch I still remember. I'd love to get back in touch with old friends. Drop me a line sometime.
Last updated December 2000 email

Vera Wong
[Class of 1999]
Have always wanted to register myself in this OSA list. But, never actually got around to doing it. Anyway, I'm now in Sydney University, Australia doing a 4 year Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering. Currently, in my second year now. Sydney's weather is beautiful. In summer, it gets a fairbit too hot (23deg C) and the flies start bugging you. It's a shame I only joined BSN in 1998 for Year 12. And was an exceptionally quiet girl. Anyway, if you know me, drop me a line. Will be very glad to hear from you.
Last updated November 2001 email

Lucy Wood
[Class of 1993]
See entry for sister Sophie.
Last updated May 2002

Nina Wood
[Class of 1997]
I left the BSN in 1995 to go to Sevenoaks School and then the University of Bath, where I completed a business degree. I have since decided to become a lawyer, and am off to law school in September. I did a placement at Herbert Smith 2 weeks ago where I bumped into Joanne Sykes, and met up with Josje and Krissy, which was great. We are all (hopefully) going to the next reunion. I would love to hear from anyone that I knew at school, or anyone wanting to get in touch with my sisters Lucy - class of 1993 (who has just had a baby girl!) and Sophie -class of 2002 who also went to the BSN. Hope to see some of you at the reunion!
Last updated May 2002 email

Sophie Wood
[Class of 2002]
i was at bsn from 1989 to 1995, after which I went to Sevenoaks School, where I am studying for my International Baccalaureate. I would love to hear from anyone that knows me and hope to see them at this years reunion. I would especially like to hear form Sacha, Laura, David, Alex, William Galleagos and anyone else that knows me.
Last updated May 2002 email

Marianne Wood-Binella
[Class of 1986]
I just looked at the BSN web page and it brought back some great memories! I did go the 1998 Reunion in London and did hand in a page of information but perhaps it got lost! Anyway, I would have been in the 1986 Class. I then went to Sussex University after which I spent four years living in Paris. I now live in Wimbledon and work for Columbia TriStar International Television in the Marketing Department. I got married last year (April 18th so one year anniversary coming up!) to long-standing French/Italian boyfriend, William Binella. He spends much of his time working in Paris so lots of commuting going on at the moment which hopefully will be shortly resolved! Last year was the BSN wedding year - Megan Leed, Robert Glendinning, Helene Borgman, Lara Woode - it was amazing!
Last updated April 1999 email

Gillian Woodruff
[Class of 1976]
I left the BSN in 1976 after doing "A" levels and attending the school for 3 years. I returned to Canada (Kingston), completed B.Sc. and M.Sc. (maths and engineering) degrees in '80 and '82, joined Bell Northern Research (Ottawa) and was managing a telecom performance research group when I started a Ph.D in engineering at the University of Toronto in '90. I got married in '96 and took several months off to volunteer with my husband at a remote school in southern Africa (Lesotho). I am now living rurally near Kingston. Any more ex-classmates out there?
Last updated January 1997 email

Adam Woodward
[Class of 1998]
A feeling of disbelief came over all of us, on hearing that Adam Woodward passed away in hospital on October 21st. after fighting cancer. Adam will always be remembered as that happy smiling student who brought so much to those who knew him. His cheeful disposition seen so recently whilst revisiting BSN will be a treasured memory for those who knew him well. We now grieve with all of Adam's family that such a young life was ended so soon.
Last updated October 1999

Mark Woodward
[Class of 1995]
Having left the BSN in 95 I, like many other BSNers, found myself at Warwick University. After three years I graduated with a BSc in Virology and, after a brief summer enjoying the delights of Vlietland, took the only sensible course of action for someone with my qualifications...began to train as a Chartered Accountant. I have been in London now for 18 months and only have one set of exams left to do with Ernst & Young. I am now living in a flat that I have bought with my fiance, Gina. Look forward to hearing from anyone and everyone.
Last updated February 2000 email

Clive Wotton
[Class of 1980]
I graduated from BSN in 1980 and went to the UK to study materials science at Sussex University in the school of chemistry - thanks to Mr Davies! I left Sussex in 1983 and it was the middle of the depression and ended up building part of Sainsbury's in Brighton followed by several other casual jobs. Finally I joined Marks and Spencer and worked around a number of the stores in Southern England. I found the engineering side quite interesting - plant, refridgeration, security, fire, bomb and security systems etc. However after a couple of years I realised it was not for me. I then joined a small company on the south coast of England who specialized in the design and development of internal combustion engines - a Company called Ricardo Consulting Engineers. I got to play with gasoline and diesel engines -all day and get paid for it! It was like being paid to play. I circulated around in the fields if Diesel Research, design, development, program management working for many companies who make the vehicles everyone drives. I have travelled all over the world for the company consulting in the fields of cost reduction, performance improvement, emissions reduction, manufacturing technology and recycleability. A great part of the enjoyment is to know I have had a very "green" job contributing to millions of tons worth of reductions in CO2, CO and NOx emission Six years ago the company asked if I would like to move to the US as we were investing in an office in Michigan (Detroit). Although it is always a hard decision, particularly for the family, my wife and I agreed to give it a go fo a few years and we have been living in Ann Arbor, MI since. The company has grown from an initial 60 to 400 people in 6 years. I work as the Vice President and cover the two offices in Detroit and one in Chicago. My wife (Tamsin)thoroughly enjoys life here in the USA. We have travelled extensively throughout The States and plan on doing even more as time permits. I still get to the UK a few times a year and even returned to Holland last year with Tamsin for a look round the old country. Without realizing it I think one of the best aspects of BSN was the international element. The fun we had at school travelling throughout Europe was great and obviously gave me a taste to continue in my proffessional life. There is anumber of us who stay in touch from time to time that graduated around the same time. I will forward the site address to them to get in touch. There was Mike Simms - now in Singapore, Harald Pederson - selling Steel around the world- came to visit us in Detroit last year, Ian Appleyard - working in Yorkshire, Tony Clarke - teaching in the South of England Hopefully a few of the others will get in touch soon.
Last updated April 2003 email

Oya Yavuz
[Class of 1989]
After leaving BSN went to Kingston Poly Business school. In my second year I went on placement with Price Waterhouse in Amsterdam for 6 months. From there I transferred my grades to Wbster University and finished my BA in Business Studies. After that I started my MBA at Webster and graduated in June 1996. Since March 1997 I have been a trainee at ABN AMRO bank. In September 97 I finish training and start a job at Asset Management, International Banking & Global Clients, in Amsterdam at ABN AMRO. In my free time i manage Dames 1 at Kieviten Hockey Club in Wassenaar. I have a flat in The Hague and enjoy having friends over for dinner parties and going out to clubs. So anyone who's around is welcome!
Last updated July 1997

Josje Yeung
[Class of 1997]
The joys of living in London has come to end. After graduating from LSE, I trained to become a Chartered Accountant with Deloitte and stayed with them for 6 enjoyable years before deciding to move on. I've now been in Hong Kong for almost a year, and really enjoying the excitement of living in the Far East. Life is so different here. If any of my dear BSN friends are passing by, do drop me a line. I've lost touch with so many of you!
Last updated February 2007 email

Joseph Yoo
[Class of 1990]
I cant believe that its been over 15 years since I last read some of the names on the OSA list! I attended BSN from 1984 to 1986 (to my recollection), then moved back to Korea for 3 years. Subsequently, I attended the American School In El Salvador (this was during the civil war, yikes!), and then moved on to the US, where I got my degree in Economics at the University of Texas at Austin. Immediately after graduation I was dragged back to Korea for my mandatory military service where I was recently discharged as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Air Force after serving 40 months... yes, thats 3 years and 4 months... at the Ministry of National Defense. Talk about opportunity cost. I worked as an investment banker at Dresdner Kleinwort Benson Seoul office for a brief period, but got shuffled in the internet-craze that is hitting not just the US but Asia as well. I am currently working at an internet startup as a senior manager in ecommerce. I would love to find out what some of my ol' classmates are upto these days... Drop me an email when you guys have time.
Last updated January 2001 email

Ruth Yorke
[Class of 1994]
After leaving BSN in 1994, I finally passed my A'Levels in Oxford, and then graduated from Liverpool University with a degree in English Literature and Egyptology. I moved home for a brief spell to work in Glasgow, but soon discovered that working 9-5 just wasn't for me. As soon as I'd got some money together I fled to Barcelona where I did a TEFL and taught English for a year. Having caught the travel bug, I've just returned from 6 months in Cairo, having taught and travelled in Egypt whilst trying to make sense of my degree. In January 2001, I'm off to Caracas (Venezuela for those as bad at geography as I was!)to try and improve my Spanish and see more of the world. At last, I am back in contact with Anne Nikitin and Naina Madan and would love to hear from DIANA SENIOR - where are you??? - or anyone else.
Last updated December 2000 email

Emma Yorke (now Moss)
[Class of 1992]
After A Levels I went to Liverpool Uni to study Politics which I managed to scrape through (any teachers reading this will know this was always the story of my life). Graduated in 1995 and lived in Glasgow for 5 years. Got married in 2001 to Jonathan and followed him southwards with his job to live in Cheshire for a few years. Am now living in the beautiful countryside of the Peak District being a housewife as I had a little boy, Ethan, in December 2003. My sister Ruth (1994) has settled down... for now....in Manchester.
Last updated May 2004 email

Liz Young (now Angell)
[Class of 1989]
I went to the BSN in the Sixth Form only and left in 1989. I have some fond memories of my time there, particularly of 'washing that man right out of my hair!' After leaving I went to Leeds University to study English and then went abroad to Greece for three years to Teach English as a Foreign Language. I came back in 1995 and after taking some time to adjust to the lack of olives and sun took up a job as a 'communication consultant' for a small company in Marlowe. Hating life 'in the fast lane', decided to return to University to do a PGCE at Westminster College in Oxford and am now teaching Secondary English and Drama and absolutely loving it; particularly the opportunity to direct school productions. I would love to hear from absolutely anyone who knows me.
Last updated October 2004 email

Rosmawan Yussof
[Class of 1991]
Hi BSNers, after finishing my degree in UiTM Malaysia, I'm pursuing my second degree in Unitar, the first ever virtual university in Malaysia.I'm in IT Multimedia basically it envolve lots of programming, audio visual and graphic. I will be graduating 2004! See you later alligator!! PS: Say hi to Mr.Richardson for me and goodluck on your new career change Mr.Tong!!!
Last updated March 2003 email