As we look ahead to 2026, when Dale Jackson will join us as the 17th Executive Head, let us introduce you more personally to the man who will lead our school into its next chapter — a man who chose St John's not once, but twice.
Legendary cricket umpire, Harold “Dickie” Bird, passed away at his home in Yorkshire on 22 September 2025. One of the most respected umpires in cricket history, and recognised with an MBE in 1986 and an OBE in 2012 for his contribution to cricket and charity. A little-known fact about Bird was that he coached at St John’s College between 1973 and 1976.
Cameron Fullerton (Clayton 2019) took a big step forward in a hockey journey that hasn’t always been smooth sailing when he was included in the Senior Men’s High-Performance squad.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas Randell Du Bourg, a proud member of the Old Johannians, who matriculated in 1957 (Alston).
On the evenings of 9 and 10 July, 160 voices of the Chapel Choir, supported by an orchestra of 19 players, raised the roof with Antonio Vivaldi’s Gloria.
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Hilton Stander, beloved husband, father, grandfather, schoolmaster, pastor, and friend to many.
You are invited to the 117th Annual General Meeting for the Old Johannian Association will be held on the 24th of June commencing at 18h00.
On Saturday, 7 June, St John's College welcomed back generations of Old Johannians for a reimagined Gaudy Day, a celebration rooted in heritage and community spirit, combining the celebration with the Derby Day against St Alban's College.
The Rene England Auditorium was filled with warmth and old friendships on Friday, 6 June, as the Old Johannian Association hosted its annual dinner on the eve of Gaudy Day with special guest speaker Andisa Ntsubane (Nash 1993)
In Michaelmas Term, we celebrated several milestones that highlight the spirit and success of our students and community. The Matric Class of 2024 completed their final exams on 25 November, with a heartfelt send-off from parents. Newly inducted School and House Prefects, led by Head of School Siza Gule, were recognised for their leadership, with special mention of the Heads of Service for their role in shaping the school culture.
The Old Johannian Association celebrates the outstanding achievements of the Matric Class of 2024 in the IEB examinations. With a 100% tertiary pass rate, 124 achieved Bachelor’s Degree passes, and the class earned 401 distinctions, averaging 3.2 distinctions per student.