New arrivals and wedding celebrations have given plenty of Old Andreans reason to smile in recent months. We're delighted to share their happy news and offer our warmest congratulations to these growing families and newly married couples. This edition is a whopper! 

Hatches

Brittany Weston (OA2008) welcomed Jackson Douglas on 8 September, making hers a family of four! Jackson arrived at 4.06pm, weighing 3.29kg and measuring 51cm. There is plenty of love for the newest member of the family.

Bill Yole (OA2012) welcomed Freddie Philip on 4 September. Following a difficult start and time in neonatal intensive care, Freddie is now safely home with his family. Bill shared his heartfelt thanks for the incredible care Freddie received and the joy of finally being home together.

Bryden Ellens (OA2009) and his partner Imogen welcomed Felix Reginald on 4 August. Announcing his arrival, Bryden wrote, "Of all the things my hands have held, the best by far is you." The pair say they have never been more in love.

Freya Leach (OA2020) and her husband Cooper Gannon welcomed Leora Jane on 24 August. Describing their daughter as "a blessing from God", the couple celebrated her arrival with what they called the best week of their lives.

Adam Watt (OA2007) and his partner Kate welcomed Violet May on 24 August. The couple shared their happy news with a simple introduction to their newest family member: "Our perfect little girl." A lovely welcome for little Violet.

Steph Southcombe (OA2008) and her partner Felix welcomed Victor, who joins big brother Ilya to make them a family of four. Arriving at a healthy 4.5kg, Victor has brought plenty of joy, with Steph making special mention of his "most delicious cheeks".

Imogen Tyndale (OA2009) and her partner Phil welcomed baby Ida. Imogen's announcement captured the excitement of her arrival beautifully: "Ida is here, she's perfect, and she's blown our hearts to smithereens." It sounds as though Ida has already made quite an impression!

Chris and Rebecca Turner (both OA2009) welcomed identical twins Sadie and Layla on 9 August, giving Otis two little sisters. Their arrival followed a rare, high-risk pregnancy, and the family expressed enormous gratitude to the medical teams who cared for Rebecca and the girls. Chris and Rebecca met as students at St Andrew's and, as far as we know, Sadie and Layla are the first identical twins born to an Old Andrean couple.

Tamora Vassallo (OA2008) welcomed baby Isaac in July, describing his arrival as her best birthday present. As she settled into life with a newborn, Tamora also shared her thanks for the friends and family who have been her village during those busy early weeks.

Miri Brown (OA2010) and her partner Jack welcomed Willow Marnie on 16 July. Willow joins big brother Freddie, and the family shared that they "couldn't be happier". A very happy new chapter for Miri, Jack and their two little ones.

Matches

Tamsin Rose (OA2011) married Adam Jacobs on the Greek island of Hydra. The picturesque island provided a beautiful setting for their wedding celebrations. Our warmest congratulations to Tamsin and Adam as they begin married life together.

Lauren Rutter (OA2008) married Tom Cleary at Château de Thauvenay in France. Their celebrations included heartfelt speeches, a long lunch with a menu designed especially for them by a French team, and some spirited heads-or-tails trivia led by their MC.

Chloe Foster (OA2016) married Matthew Amir on 15 August. Sharing the happy news, Chloe described the occasion as "the best day of our life". We send Chloe and Matthew our warmest congratulations and every good wish for their future together.

Bre Graham (OA2011) married Will McCann in Liguria, Italy, on 3 July, with plenty of Old Andreans there to celebrate, including Tamsin Rose (OA2011). Their wedding featured in British Vogue. Bre last returned to St Andrew's in 2023 to speak to Senior College students about her latest book.

Pavan Jholl (OA2004) married Katrina Simpson in Singapore on 4 July. We're delighted to share their happy news with the Old Andrean community and send Pavan and Katrina our warmest congratulations as they begin this next chapter together.