About the Association

Welcome to the website of the Old Southendian Association (OSA)

The OSA is one of the oldest and largest alumni associations in this country today.

Our Membership is 2572 as at 14th May 2019.

Contributions for the website, such as news, events, stories etc. can be sent to

Why does the Association exist?

The Old Southendian Association exists in order to sustain friendships formed through the School and the Association for the benefit of past, present and future Southendians.

The Aims of the OSA include:

• To sustain and strengthen the tradition of the Southend High School for Boys
• To promote a close relationship with the School
• To support the School both financially and practically
• To give members opportunities of meeting in social reunion
• To encourage the affiliated organisations and to promote the growth of others
• To keep members informed of matters affecting the Association and the School

Who can join the Association?

Membership of the OSA is open to:

• All past students of the Southend High School for Boys
• Past and present members of the Staff of the School
• Past and present members of the governing body
• All past students of the School's predecessor - Southend-on-Sea Technical School

Read more about why others join the Association and submit your application today - we would be pleased for you to join us.