Former Pupil celebrates his 100th Birthday

September 18, 2020

A very Happy Birthday to John Jarman, on reaching the magical milestone of 100 on Friday 18 September 2020. John attended Aldenham between 1934 and 1937.

John is pictured 2nd from the left on the back row in this House photograph taken in 1936

As well as a card from the Queen, John was delighted to receive a copy of the history book – Aldenham School – A Foundation for Success and an Aldenham mug from the School along with a bouquet of flowers from the OA Society on his special day.

As part of the celebrations John was treated to a visit to Baddesley Clinton, a National Trust property near his home, where he is still a registered volunteer.

The OA Society and the entire Aldenham community are delighted to wish John a very Happy Birthday.

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