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Toby Davies Memorial Award Recipients

We are delighted to announce that sixth-formers, Sophia Alexandra and William Fowler are the recipients of the first Toby Davies Memorial Award.

William will receive £400 to compose a new musical in partnership with Tom Sparkes and Sophia will receive £150 to run a charity concert for Berkshire’s only children’s hospice.


Toby sadly passed away after a short illness in November 2013. He joined The Purcell School in September 2013 from Reading School, was a member of the National Youth Wind Ensemble, Berkshire Youth Orchestra and the Acer Minor Bassoon Sextet. He studied bassoon with Sarah Burnett, piano with Daniel King-Smith and composition with Simon Speare.  
Open Morning

Sunday 5 October 2025, 10.00am.

Discover life at The Purcell School at our forthcoming Open Morning.

  • Tour our campus and facilities
  • Meet the Instrumental Heads of Department and key members of our school community
  • Experience outstanding music-making in a vibrant and nurturing environment

Advance booking is essential — please register here.