A BOURNEMOUTH school is celebrating after two of its alumni won gold at this years Paralympics in Paris.

Former Bournemouth Collegiate School students Leo McCrea and Alice Tai both won gold medals at the 2024 Paris Paralympics.

Leo swam his way to glory as he won gold in the SB5 100m breaststroke final and spent four years at the school from 2015 – 2019.

Alice Tai also went to Bournemouth Collegiate School between 2011- 2015 and became a legend at the Paralympics this year after winning a paralympic record time of 1:09.06 in the women’s S8 100m backstroke, less than three years on from having her right leg amputated.

Sam Woodward, Head Swim Coach, commented: “We’re over the moon for Leo – what an achievement. It’s such a fitting result for an extremely talented swimmer – it’s been a pleasure to watch him grow and develop through his journey from training at BCS Prep, through to BCS Senior and beyond.”

Principal Maria Coulter said: “Becoming a gold medallist isn’t just about winning—it's about the relentless pursuit of excellence, the dedication to every detail, and the heart of a champion, these were traits in Alice’s journey whilst at BCS.

"This gold represents not just victory, but a journey of passion and perseverance, we have loved watching Alice’s continued success since her days at BCS, she is an inspiration to so many young athletes.”