Forever LEH: what does it mean to be an LEH alumnae?
LEH first opened its doors in 1710, thanks to the generosity and foresight of one remarkable woman, Lady Eleanor Holles. For over three hundred years, we have been producing remarkable women who, in turn, go on to do remarkable things. Today, our mission remains the same.
At LEH we encourage pupils to become informed, bold, resourceful, and ethical global citizens. People who are valued for the qualities and immeasurable richness they bring to our community. When they leave us, they’ll join a worldwide network of accomplished women who are shaping and changing the world. These young women will become part of a fabric of relationships that will benefit them personally and professionally for the rest her life.
The LEH alumnae network, known as Holles Connect, is one of LEH’s greatest assets. It spans generations, industries, and continents, and it continues to grow with every cohort of leavers who carry the school’s values out into the world. Whether a former pupil left LEH five years ago or fifty, the connection to this community endures.
Who are our LEH alumnae?
LEH alumnae go on to achieve exceptional things across every field imaginable. From medicine, law, and academia to the arts, sport, business, and public life, former LEH pupils are making their mark in every corner of society. The school has a long history of producing women who lead with intelligence, integrity, and courage, and that tradition continues with every year group that passes through our doors.
LEH’s motto, Hope favours the bold, is not just a phrase. It is a way of thinking that former pupils carry with them throughout their careers and lives. You can explore more about the school’s history and the women who have shaped it on our history page.
How does the LEH Alumnae network support former pupils?
The Holles Connect alumnae network exists to keep former LEH pupils connected to each other and to the school, long after they have left Hampton. It provides opportunities to network professionally, to mentor current sixth formers and younger pupils, to attend events, and to stay in touch with a community that shaped who they are.
The success of each LEH woman should be an inspiration to another. Raising each other up and channelling the power of collaboration is how we’ll change the equation and challenge the ‘old boys’ club’. We encourage all our brilliant alumnae to volunteer to share their career expertise or university experience with our current Sixth Form pupils and former students by signing up to act as mentors through the LEH Elevate Programme.
Alumnae play an active role throughout all school life at LEH. Alongside mentoring, they return to speak at events and contribute to the Be Bold! Lecture series that inspires current pupils. This ongoing exchange between past and present pupils is one of the things that makes the LEH community genuinely distinctive.
For current Sixth Form pupils, the alumnae network is a direct bridge to the world beyond school. Our Sixth Form pages have more information about the support available as pupils prepare to leave LEH and take their next steps.
How can former LEH pupils get involved?
Whether you left LEH last summer or decades ago, the Holles Connect community welcomes you back. There are lots ways to get involved, from attending reunions and events to mentoring current pupils, contributing to the careers programme, or simply staying in touch and sharing your news. You can find out more about our news and events now.
Former pupils who are willing to speak to current students about their career journeys, offer work experience, or contribute to events are particularly valued. Hearing from real LEH alumnae about what life after school looks like, honestly and generously shared, is one of the most powerful things the network can offer to the girls currently making their way through the school.
To find out more about Holles Connect and how to join the alumnae community, please contact us , we’d be very happy to invite you back for a tour.
