Notable Alumni
Success stories of former students since leaving Fred Longworth High School.
Notable Alumni
Success stories of former students since leaving Fred Longworth High School.
Notable Alumni
Success stories of former students since leaving Fred Longworth High School.
Fred Longworth High School has a proud history of former students who have gone on to achieve success and make a positive impact in a wide range of fields.
Our Notable Alumni section celebrates individuals whose achievements, contributions and journeys inspire others. From professional careers and creative pursuits to sport, public service, business and the wider community, their stories reflect the diverse paths taken by members of the Fred Longworth family.
We are proud to recognise their achievements and the contribution they continue to make beyond the school gates. Their success is a reminder to our current students that there are many different opportunities and possibilities ahead.
Discover more about the achievements of our notable alumni below.
One of Britain’s most successful middle-distance runners, best known for winning Olympic gold in the 800 metres. During her time at Fred Longworth High School, she balanced her studies with her passion for athletics, showing exceptional talent from a young age. Her achievements have made her an inspiration to young athletes, demonstrating how dedication, hard work, and perseverance can lead to success at the highest level.
Keely Hodgkinson MBE
Olympic gold medalist
Keely Hodgkinson MBE
Olympic gold medalist
One of Britain’s most successful middle-distance runners, best known for winning Olympic gold in the 800 metres. During her time at Fred Longworth High School, she balanced her studies with her passion for athletics, showing exceptional talent from a young age. Her achievements have made her an inspiration to young athletes, demonstrating how dedication, hard work, and perseverance can lead to success at the highest level.
At Fred Longworth High School, Ella enjoyed many sports, including football, gymnastics, netball, and cross-country running. Her hard work and dedication helped her become one of England’s top football players and an inspiration to young athletes.
Ella Toone MBE
Manchester United and England Footballer
Ella Toone MBE
Manchester United and England Footballer
At Fred Longworth High School, Ella enjoyed many sports, including football, gymnastics, netball, and cross-country running. Her hard work and dedication helped her become one of England’s top football players and an inspiration to young athletes.
Jordan James Bridge is a British dancer, choreographer, and creative artist who works in stage performance, film, and fashion. He has performed with leading dance companies and has received recognition for his innovative choreography and award-winning dance films.
Jordan James Bridge
Professional Dancer
Jordan James Bridge
Professional Dancer
Jordan James Bridge is a British dancer, choreographer, and creative artist who works in stage performance, film, and fashion. He has performed with leading dance companies and has received recognition for his innovative choreography and award-winning dance films.
Adam Boardman is a successful professional theatre and television actor who left Fred Longworth High School in 2010. Following his time at “Freddie’s”, Adam pursued his passion for performing arts by studying musical theatre at Pendleton College for two years. He then trained at the prestigious Guildford School of Acting (GSA), graduating with a First Class BA (Hons) degree in Acting in 2017. Adam’s professional career has taken him across major international stages and screens. His notable achievements include performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company in Julius Caesar, joining the international touring company of Les Misérables, and performing in the critically acclaimed West End production of Oliver!. He has also appeared in various television commercials and shows.
Adam Boardman
Actor
Adam Boardman
Actor
Adam Boardman is a successful professional theatre and television actor who left Fred Longworth High School in 2010. Following his time at “Freddie’s”, Adam pursued his passion for performing arts by studying musical theatre at Pendleton College for two years. He then trained at the prestigious Guildford School of Acting (GSA), graduating with a First Class BA (Hons) degree in Acting in 2017. Adam’s professional career has taken him across major international stages and screens. His notable achievements include performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company in Julius Caesar, joining the international touring company of Les Misérables, and performing in the critically acclaimed West End production of Oliver!. He has also appeared in various television commercials and shows.
Laura White is an internationally acclaimed, Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter who attended Fred Longworth High School. Originally from Atherton, Laura discovered her love for music at a young age, performing in local jazz clubs and festivals during her school years. After leaving “Freddie’s”, Laura studied English Literature and Drama at Wigan and Leigh College before earning a degree in Creative Writing at The University of Bolton. She first captured the nation’s attention in 2008 as a standout finalist on ITV’s The X Factor. Since then, she has built an exceptionally successful global music career. As an elite songwriter, Laura penned the hit single “New York Raining” for Rita Ora and Charles Hamilton which earned a Grammy nomination and co-wrote and featured on the Top 20 global smash “Love on Me” by Galantis. She regularly collaborates with top-tier artists like Alicia Keys, Bugzy Malone, and Beverley Knight.
Laura White
Singer / Songwriter
Laura White
Singer / Songwriter
Laura White is an internationally acclaimed, Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter who attended Fred Longworth High School. Originally from Atherton, Laura discovered her love for music at a young age, performing in local jazz clubs and festivals during her school years. After leaving “Freddie’s”, Laura studied English Literature and Drama at Wigan and Leigh College before earning a degree in Creative Writing at The University of Bolton. She first captured the nation’s attention in 2008 as a standout finalist on ITV’s The X Factor. Since then, she has built an exceptionally successful global music career. As an elite songwriter, Laura penned the hit single “New York Raining” for Rita Ora and Charles Hamilton which earned a Grammy nomination and co-wrote and featured on the Top 20 global smash “Love on Me” by Galantis. She regularly collaborates with top-tier artists like Alicia Keys, Bugzy Malone, and Beverley Knight.
As one of the most sought after composing talents of his generation, Paul Lovat-Cooper’s musical works have been performed to sell-out audiences at London’s Royal Albert Hall, New York’s Carnegie Hall and Sydney Opera House.
Paul is a revered and accomplished musician. In addition to being awarded commissions from an array of international soloists, his music has been featured on television and radio shows worldwide.
Today, Paul is in high demand as a Composer, Soloist and Conductor. He continues to enjoy performing, conducting and composing for a variety of ensembles, festivals and media projects globally.
He currently holds the position of “Director of Music” at Factory Transmedia, and is the Managing Director of his music company PLC Music. Paul is also “Composer in Association” with the world famous Black Dyke Band.
Paul Lovatt-Cooper
Composer & Musician
As one of the most sought after composing talents of his generation, Paul Lovatt-Cooper’s musical works have been performed to sell-out audiences at London’s Royal Albert Hall, New York’s Carnegie Hall and Sydney Opera House.
Paul is a revered and accomplished musician. In addition to being awarded commissions from an array of international soloists, his music has been featured on television and radio shows worldwide.
Today, Paul is in high demand as a Composer, Soloist and Conductor. He continues to enjoy performing, conducting and composing for a variety of ensembles, festivals and media projects globally.
He currently holds the position of “Director of Music” at Factory Transmedia, and is the Managing Director of his music company PLC Music. Paul is also “Composer in Association” with the world famous Black Dyke Band.
Paul Lovatt-Cooper
Composer & Musician
Paul Lovatt-Cooper
Composer & Musician
As one of the most sought after composing talents of his generation, Paul Lovatt-Cooper’s musical works have been performed to sell-out audiences at London’s Royal Albert Hall, New York’s Carnegie Hall and Sydney Opera House.
Paul is a revered and accomplished musician. In addition to being awarded commissions from an array of international soloists, his music has been featured on television and radio shows worldwide.
Today, Paul is in high demand as a Composer, Soloist and Conductor. He continues to enjoy performing, conducting and composing for a variety of ensembles, festivals and media projects globally.
He currently holds the position of “Director of Music” at Factory Transmedia, and is the Managing Director of his music company PLC Music. Paul is also “Composer in Association” with the world famous Black Dyke Band.
Thom Rylance, lead singer, songwriter and founder of the chart-topping indie band The Lottery Winners is a former student at Fred Longworth High School. Thom has enjoyed remarkable success in the music industry, helping to lead the Leigh-based band to multiple Top 40 albums, including the UK Number One album Anxiety Replacement Therapy in 2023.
Thom Rylance
Singer / Songwriter
Thom Rylance
Singer / Songwriter
Thom Rylance, lead singer, songwriter and founder of the chart-topping indie band The Lottery Winners is a former student at Fred Longworth High School. Thom has enjoyed remarkable success in the music industry, helping to lead the Leigh-based band to multiple Top 40 albums, including the UK Number One album Anxiety Replacement Therapy in 2023.
Ross Baillie-Eames is an exceptionally talented composer, sound designer, and music lecturer who attended Fred Longworth High School between 2011 and 2016. Heavily involved in every musical opportunity available at “Freddie’s,” Ross used his time at school to master various performance styles and build the foundation for a professional career in music. After leaving Fred Longworth, Ross pursued higher education in music, developing into a versatile multi-instrumentalist and professional drummer before transitioning into full-time composing and arranging. Now based in London, his professional career spans writing original scores for independent projects and working within the music departments of major, high-end film productions. His impressive portfolio includes orchestrating and music preparation for Charts of London, working as a sound designer for Infinite Samples, and lecturing in film music at the Leeds Conservatoire.
Ross Baillie-Eames
Composer & Musician
Ross Baillie-Eames
Composer & Musician
Ross Baillie-Eames is an exceptionally talented composer, sound designer, and music lecturer who attended Fred Longworth High School between 2011 and 2016. Heavily involved in every musical opportunity available at “Freddie’s,” Ross used his time at school to master various performance styles and build the foundation for a professional career in music. After leaving Fred Longworth, Ross pursued higher education in music, developing into a versatile multi-instrumentalist and professional drummer before transitioning into full-time composing and arranging. Now based in London, his professional career spans writing original scores for independent projects and working within the music departments of major, high-end film productions. His impressive portfolio includes orchestrating and music preparation for Charts of London, working as a sound designer for Infinite Samples, and lecturing in film music at the Leeds Conservatoire.
Stephani B (Stephanie B) is an exceptionally talented DJ, live drummer, and music producer from Manchester who proudly attended Fred Longworth High School. During her time at “Freddie’s”, she discovered her foundational passion for music, transitioning from early piano and guitar lessons to picking up the drumsticks a move that would ultimately redefine her career. After finishing her secondary education, Stephani pursued her passion at the higher education level, studying electronic music production and performance at the prestigious Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA). Combining high-energy electronic music production with mesmerising, live sampling-pad and drum routines, she has carved out an incredibly unique space in the global electronic dance music scene. She has commanded major festival stages including a standout performance on the iconic Freedom Stage at Tomorrowland and regularly receives widespread airplay on BBC Radio 1 while collaborating with top international labels.
Stephani B
Musician
Stephani B
Musician
Stephani B (Stephanie B) is an exceptionally talented DJ, live drummer, and music producer from Manchester who proudly attended Fred Longworth High School. During her time at “Freddie’s”, she discovered her foundational passion for music, transitioning from early piano and guitar lessons to picking up the drumsticks a move that would ultimately redefine her career. After finishing her secondary education, Stephani pursued her passion at the higher education level, studying electronic music production and performance at the prestigious Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA). Combining high-energy electronic music production with mesmerising, live sampling-pad and drum routines, she has carved out an incredibly unique space in the global electronic dance music scene. She has commanded major festival stages including a standout performance on the iconic Freedom Stage at Tomorrowland and regularly receives widespread airplay on BBC Radio 1 while collaborating with top international labels.
A former student of Fred Longworth High School, Scott Fletcher is an educational leader in Manchester, currently serving as the Executive Headteacher at Co-op Academy Belle Vue. He originally joined the secondary comprehensive school as its Head of Academy (Principal) around October 2022, successfully leading its initial setup, rapid expansion, and move to its permanent site on Hyde Road. In early 2026, his role expanded to Executive Headteacher as new schools began integrating into the trust’s regional hub.
Scott Fletcher
Headteacher Co-op Academy Belle Vue
Scott Fletcher
Headteacher Co-op Academy Belle Vue
A former student of Fred Longworth High School, Scott Fletcher is an educational leader in Manchester, currently serving as the Executive Headteacher at Co-op Academy Belle Vue. He originally joined the secondary comprehensive school as its Head of Academy (Principal) around October 2022, successfully leading its initial setup, rapid expansion, and move to its permanent site on Hyde Road. In early 2026, his role expanded to Executive Headteacher as new schools began integrating into the trust’s regional hub.
Former student Libby Curran is an engineering professional and motorsport mechanic based in the UK. She balances a career in structural engineering with hands-on technical management in competitive racing.
Libby Curran
Engineer & Motorsport Team Manager
Libby Curran
Engineer & Motorsport Team Manager
Former student Libby Curran is an engineering professional and motorsport mechanic based in the UK. She balances a career in structural engineering with hands-on technical management in competitive racing.
Stephani B (Stephanie B) is an exceptionally talented DJ, live drummer, and music producer from Manchester who proudly attended Fred Longworth High School. During her time at “Freddie’s”, she discovered her foundational passion for music, transitioning from early piano and guitar lessons to picking up the drumsticks a move that would ultimately redefine her career. After finishing her secondary education, Stephani pursued her passion at the higher education level, studying electronic music production and performance at the prestigious Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA). Combining high-energy electronic music production with mesmerising, live sampling-pad and drum routines, she has carved out an incredibly unique space in the global electronic dance music scene. She has commanded major festival stages including a standout performance on the iconic Freedom Stage at Tomorrowland and regularly receives widespread airplay on BBC Radio 1 while collaborating with top international labels.
Stephani B
Musician
Stephani B
Musician
Stephani B (Stephanie B) is an exceptionally talented DJ, live drummer, and music producer from Manchester who proudly attended Fred Longworth High School. During her time at “Freddie’s”, she discovered her foundational passion for music, transitioning from early piano and guitar lessons to picking up the drumsticks a move that would ultimately redefine her career. After finishing her secondary education, Stephani pursued her passion at the higher education level, studying electronic music production and performance at the prestigious Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA). Combining high-energy electronic music production with mesmerising, live sampling-pad and drum routines, she has carved out an incredibly unique space in the global electronic dance music scene. She has commanded major festival stages including a standout performance on the iconic Freedom Stage at Tomorrowland and regularly receives widespread airplay on BBC Radio 1 while collaborating with top international labels.
Lee Womersley
Engineering Manager
Lee Womersley
Engineering Manager
Beth Morris has recently completed an outstanding five-year medical degree at the University of Birmingham and is due to graduate in July as Dr Beth Morris. Following her graduation, she will begin her medical career in August, having secured a position at Chorley and Preston Hospitals. This is a remarkable achievement and a testament to her dedication, hard work, and commitment. It is also a wonderful reflection on the strong foundations she built during her time at Freddie’s, where she served with distinction as Head Girl.
Beth Morris
Doctor
Beth Morris
Doctor
Beth Morris has recently completed an outstanding five-year medical degree at the University of Birmingham and is due to graduate in July as Dr Beth Morris. Following her graduation, she will begin her medical career in August, having secured a position at Chorley and Preston Hospitals. This is a remarkable achievement and a testament to her dedication, hard work, and commitment. It is also a wonderful reflection on the strong foundations she built during her time at Freddie’s, where she served with distinction as Head Girl.
Former student Andy Golpys is Co-Founder of MadeByShape, a Creative and Digital Agency in Manchester. An award winning company, creating bespoke solutions for clients all over the world, including services such as Web Design, Web Development and Search Engine Optimisation.
Andy Golpys
Co-Founder, Made by shape - A creative & digital agency
Andy Golpys
Co-Founder, Made by shape - A creative & digital agency
Former student Andy Golpys is Co-Founder of MadeByShape, a Creative and Digital Agency in Manchester. An award winning company, creating bespoke solutions for clients all over the world, including services such as Web Design, Web Development and Search Engine Optimisation.
Paul Crompton is an award-winning British documentary director, executive producer, and writer with over 25 years of experience in factual broadcasting and cinema-release independent documentaries. He currently serves as an Executive Producer and Director at Spark Media Partners and has held commissioning roles at major UK networks, including ITV Factual, Channel 5, and Sky One.
Paul Crompton
Documentary Director / Executive producer
Paul Crompton
Documentary Director / Executive producer
Paul Crompton is an award-winning British documentary director, executive producer, and writer with over 25 years of experience in factual broadcasting and cinema-release independent documentaries. He currently serves as an Executive Producer and Director at Spark Media Partners and has held commissioning roles at major UK networks, including ITV Factual, Channel 5, and Sky One.
Laura Howarth-Kirke is an experienced software engineer and tech lead. Over her career, she has transitioned from working for major British media and public sector organisations to taking on senior engineering roles within prominent global tech companies.
Laura Howarth-Kirke
Software Engineer
Laura Howarth-Kirke
Software Engineer
Laura Howarth-Kirke is an experienced software engineer and tech lead. Over her career, she has transitioned from working for major British media and public sector organisations to taking on senior engineering roles within prominent global tech companies.
