Nadiia S and Lucy T, Lower Sixth, organised a time capsule to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Milton Abbey School.
The capsule, which will be opened on 1 May 2054, brings together contributions from across the school community.
Each House submitted items, alongside staff contributions including letters, departmental photographs, and even pieces of clothing. The occasion was marked with a whole-school BBQ, celebrating a shared moment in the school’s history.
In recognition of their efforts, Nadiia and Lucy also received a letter from Buckingham Palace in connection with the time capsule and its commemoration of King Athelstan. The message conveyed warm wishes to Milton Abbey School, adding a memorable and distinguished touch to the project.
Alize E-K, Lower Sixth, shared her personal contribution:
“I put a detailed letter in the time capsule to my 41 year-old self about my hopes and dreams, my current worries that I know I will have overcome, and the best parts of my school years. I loved the sentimentality behind the idea.”
Greg P, also in Lower Sixth, said:
“I just can’t wait to come back to Milton Abbey School on the day we reopen the time capsule. It will be the day before my birthday, and I’m excited to see what people are doing, what they look like, who’s here, and who’s not. I hope to be the Headmaster of Milton Abbey!”
Reflecting on the experience, Nadiia and Lucy said:
“We are so happy that it was a success and that so many people participated. We hope that when the capsule is opened, it will bring back lots of positive memories and that future students will feel the spirit of Milton Abbey at this moment in time.”
75th Development Fund
Milton Abbey was founded on a commitment to both academic and vocational excellence, and Hospitality has become one of our fastest-growing areas. At present, the department operates from the student kitchen behind Abbot’s Hall, practical, but increasingly limited in space. To meet rising demand and give the subject the prominence it deserves, we plan to relocate the kitchen to a central position within the school, in the Faraday Block.
To complete this exciting development, we are now aiming to raise a further £20,000. The new facility will be a significantly expanded, purpose-built space, featuring modern cooking stations, ovens and hobs, a teaching area, a mock dining room, and a dedicated preparation space. We hope to begin building work over the summer holidays, with the kitchen ready to welcome pupils at the start of the new academic year. Students themselves will play an active role in shaping the final design and are already contributing creative fundraising ideas.
