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Clifton High School’s Development Team plays a vital role in strengthening the School’s community and securing its future through philanthropic support and engagement. Working with our whole School community, both past and present, the team encourages a culture of giving that helps enrich the educational experience of current and future generations of Clifton High pupils. 

From the very first gifts that established our school on Pembroke Road, though to the generosity of our alumni and friends of the Foundation who support us today, our School would not be what it is without the support of our community. As we look to our 150th anniversary in 2027, our focus is on investing in the next generation of scientists by improving our science facilities, and securing the diversity and inclusivity of our student body through our transformational bursary programme.

At its heart, the Development Team’s work is about people, shared values and a lasting sense of belonging. By uniting our communities both past and present, we help ensure that our School continues to thrive and that Clifton High's legacy continues for generations to come.

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   Director of Development

 

Supporting our School

Every gift, every act of kindness and every offer of support helps make a real difference. Whether you choose to donate, make a pledge or give your gift of time and expertise, we are incredibly grateful.

At the heart of our work is the belief that Clifton High School is something we build together. It is our shared memories, experiences, friendships and belief in our School that connect us, and by coming together, we can help create further opportunities for our pupils  today and for generations to come. 

Support our 150th Anniversary Appeal 

Mrs Walters and Dr Neill gave me so many opportunities for which I am most grateful. I want to give back in my own way so that the next generation can benefit from similar opportunities in future.

I am proud to be a bursary student. School really stepped in to support me when things were tough and I often reflect on how different life could have turned out without the kindness and generosity of the Clifton High community. I am sure I wouldn't have gone to university, wouldn't have the confidence to pursue the career I have and I definitely wouldn't have the support of my amazing friends.

I have no doubt it was a life changing opportunity.

Mrs Angela Oliver (CR, Class of 1996 )

About our 150th Anniversary Appeal 

As Clifton High School approaches its momentous anniversary in 2027, we feel it is the perfect time to reflect upon our evolution and to imagine the possibilities of an exciting future.

We will be celebrating our pioneering history, whilst continuing to offer an outstanding and enriching learning experience for generations to come. 

Funding the Future, our 150th Anniversary Appeal will enable us to 

  • Invest in our science facilities
  • Increase our bursary support

Find out more 

The Clifton Rosarians

On leaving the School, former students, staff and Governors automatically become a Clifton Rosarian. As such they are welcome to attend all occasions organised for Clifton Rosarians, as well as many other School events held throughout the year.

All Clifton Rosarians receive:

  • Termly e-newsletters with news from the Foundation, the Clifton Rosarians and School
  • Our annual review of the year with information from School, our Foundation and our alumni
  • Regular invites to School events including Rose Day celebrations for key anniversary years
  • Opportunities to connect with our extensive Rosarian network

To join or update your details to enable us to stay in touch, please click below:

JOIN THE CLIFTON ROSARIANS

Our Team 

The Clifton High School Foundation (Registered Charity No. 1201516) was established to provide long-term financial support to Clifton High School and its pupils. 

The Foundation is governed by a board of Trustees who are responsible for the financial management and administration of the Foundation’s assets and its overall direction. 

Our current priority is to Fund the Future through our 150th Anniversary Appeal. During our Appeal, we will be celebrating our pioneering history, whilst continuing to offer an outstanding and enriching learning experience for generations to come. 

 

With over 25 years’ experience working for national and regional charities across the Southwest and Wales, Mrs Elizabeth Bond leads the Team in supporting our Clifton Rosarians, and the Clifton High School Foundation. As both a current and former parent, Mrs Bond is passionate about our School and how philanthropy and fundraising can really help make a difference through our ambitious 150th Anniversary Appeal.

Contact: 0117 933 9081

Email: ebond@cliftonhigh.co.uk

 

After two decades of teaching and working in prestigious London prep schools, Mrs Ollie Price returned to her hometown of Bristol with her young family in 2019. Since then, she has loved working at Clifton High School and is delighted to be part of the Development Team. Mrs Price is the Foundation’s events lead and supports the team with trust applications, using her links across Bristol and the Southwest to support our Appeal.

Contact: 0117 454 2299

Email: oprice@cliftonhigh.co.uk

 

Ms Jenny Robertson has extensive experience in marketing, communications and development and held several roles at Clifton High School between 2013 and 2021. She is also a former parent.

Ms Robertson returned in March 2026 and takes responsibility for former pupils, parents and staff members once they have left the School, overseeing our Rosarian speaker programmes, career initiatives, as well as reunions, events and one-to-one visits.

Jenny is also a passionate supporter of the 150th Anniversary Appeal, strongly believing in the power of the Clifton High community that brings people together, offering meaningful support to both current and former pupils. 

Contact: 0117 454 2290

Email: jrobertson@cliftonhigh.co.uk

Our Trustees

Mrs Marie-Josèphe Obrentz

Mrs Marie-Josèphe Obrentz (née Forte CR 1967) brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience in marketing and commercial management including Board level roles to the Foundation.

As a Rosarian who has happy memories of her Clifton High schooldays, it was a great honour to be invited to join the Foundation as a Trustee. I take seriously the opportunity to support deserving pupils who would otherwise not benefit from the unique experience of a Clifton High School education. With my fellow, like-minded Trustees and the Development Team, I am proud we make a difference to many young people’s lives and the future of the School.

Miss Catherine Allin

Miss Catherine Allin (CR 2016) is a graduate from Cardiff University, with a degree in Spanish. Following her Undergraduate Degree, Catherine proceeded to complete a Master’s Degree in International Business Management from Newcastle University and is now working for an international organisation in Bristol as a Risk Analyst.

I feel very honoured to have been invited to join the Foundation. For me, it is really important to give back to the School that so positively impacted me, and it’s a privilege to work with a great team full of incredible expertise and knowledge.

Mrs Susan Manby

Mrs Susan Manby joined the Foundation as a Trustee in 2025 and brings with her over 20 years’ experience working in senior positions in the NHS, local government, and charity sector. Susan has been a Non-Executive Director in the NHS and social housing sector and is currently CEO of St Peter’s Hospice, Bristol.

As a parent of two children who have recently attended Clifton High School, I know the difference the Foundation makes in providing life-changing opportunities for children particularly through bursaries. I am delighted to have become a Trustee of the Foundation, and look forward to working with the Board so that more children benefit from the school's exceptional learning environment.

Mrs Hilary Vaughan

Mrs Hilary Vaughan (née Stone CR 1985) is a former Head Girl, who graduated from The University of Exeter with a First Class Degree in Civil Engineering. After achieving Chartered Engineering status, Hilary joined a small transport planning and highway engineering specialist company, for which she has been a Director for over 20 years and which she co-owned prior to its transformation into an Employee Ownership Trust in 2022. Hilary is a Safeguarding Governor at Clifton High, and Co-Chair of the Pastoral Committee as well as a member of the Nominations and Governance Committee.

As a Clifton Rosarian who discovered a passion for science at Clifton High, I am thrilled to be able to support the School’s ambitious 150th Anniversary Appeal through the work of our Foundation.

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