Generations of
Heart and Soul
‘With heart and soul we tread the way’ — this indelible phrase and its accompanying melody reverberates for all of us.
We are and always will be Ascham girls. We have a shared history that binds us no matter what path we forge. We are formidable but kind, astute and inquisitive and fiercely loyal. The Ascham Old Girls (AOG) is our vehicle for continued connection. Collectively we are stronger. With over 7,000 members we are a resource of strength and support that exists to encourage the continuation of friendships.
Our History
The AOG was established in 1899 by former headmistress and Ascham’s founder Miss Marie Wallis.
Miss Wallis met with a group of Old Girls once or twice a year to raise funds for hospitals and infant homes. During The Depression a fund was set up to provide financial assistance for daughters of Old Girls. This tradition of altruism continues with the committee directing funds to AOG Scholarships, Hardship Bursaries and Prizes.
Committee
Founder – Marie Wallis
Patron – Andrew Powell | Head of School
Co-President – Emma Martin (Tregoning 1997)
Co-President – Yianoula Henderson (Morris 1997)
Vice-President – Zoe Prieston (2016)
Honorary Treasurer – Madeleine Beaumont (1986)
Honorary Secretary – Sommer Bath (1997)
The Committee:
Genevieve Ancell (2021)
- Olivia Cook (2023)
Amy Hale (2000)
Christine Walker (Adgemis 1990)
- Matilda Michel (2016)
- Alexandra Wenderoth (Beer 1993)
Events and Reunions
Nurturing a sense of belonging and keeping Old Girls informed.
Old Girl Reunions are held to celebrate the 10th, 20th, 30th, 40th and 50th anniversaries of attendance at Ascham. The Ascham Old Girls’ Union also hosts a range of events focused on building our community. For more information regarding upcoming events or reunions please contact us.
Ascham Old Girls’ Union Events 2024
Please direct any reunion enquiries to Katrina Sykes, Ascham’s Community Relations Manager on (02) 8356 7060 or at aogu@ascham.nsw.edu.au
Reunions
Perth Reunion
Saturday 7 September
Class of 1984 – 40 Year Reunion
Saturday 19 October– 18 Footers, Double Bay
Class of 1974 – 50 Year Reunion
Friday 25 October – School Tour
Saturday 26 October – Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club
Saturday 26 October – Brunch
Class of 1994 – 30 Year Reunion
Saturday 26 October – Private Home
Class of 2014 – 10 Year Reunion
Saturday 26 October – Royal Oak Hotel, Double Bay
London Reunion
Thursday 17 October
Events
Ascham Sports Lunch
Friday 6 September
AOGU 125 Year Celebration Lunch at Royal Sydney Golf Club
Friday 18 October
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Ascham Leadership Scholarship
The Ascham Leadership Scholarship is an opportunity for young Old Girls to undertake research or humanitarian aid work aligned with their professional degree and development, either overseas or within Australia. It is generously endowed by a past Ascham family.
Alumni Internship Program
The Ascham Alumni Internship Program aims to offer young Old Girls the opportunity to gain professional work experience by undertaking an internship in the workplace of a member of the Ascham community.
Through the program we aim to give Ascham Old Girls work-based experience and skills that will assist them as they take their initial steps in establishing a career. We are pleased to offer a number of exciting internship opportunities for Ascham Old Girls across media, marketing, finance, retail, architecture, property and agriculture. Internships are available to Ascham Old Girls undertaking tertiary studies or who have recently completed an undergraduate degree.
Generations of tradition
Helping Old Girls reach their potential and upholding AOG traditions.
Enrolling your daughter
In recognition of the very worthy contribution of our Old Girls, first priority will be given to daughters of Ascham Old Girls enrolled before their first birthday at any formal entry point (Prep, Kindergarten, Year 5 or Year 7). We give equal first priority to boarders and younger siblings of girls already enrolled at Ascham at the time of the proposed commencement date. Second priority is given to daughters of Ascham Old Girls enrolled after their first birthday by date of application received.
Honour Board Prize Recipients
The Old Girls’ Honour Board Prize is the oldest continually awarded prize having been established in 1902. For many years this prize was awarded based on a popular vote of the students but since 1956 has always been awarded to the Chair of the School Committee.
Recipients:
2022 – M. Harris
2021 – G. Ancell
2020 – R. Alexander
2019 – S. Blades
2018 – E. Michel
2017 – G. Stricker-Phelps
2016 – P. Waller
2015 – L. Spence
2014 – A.D.Marta
2013 – D.Reid
2012 – N.Waldron
2011 – S.Laughton
2010 – A.Hamilton