How to organize an unforgettable reunion with your primary school classmates 
Immerse yourself in nostalgia, rekindle those ties from the past, and get ready to laugh, remember, and reconnect. A primary school reunion isn’t just a party: it’s an opportunity to relive experiences, share changes, heal grudges, and share your story. Are you up for designing this emotional adventure? Join me step by step. 
1. Why organize a reunion of the EGB?
- Emotional reconnection: It’s been decades since you’ve seen those children with whom you shared laughter, jokes, and confidences. Recovering that bond is a true journey back in time.
- Personal closure: It can be very healing to see each other, talk about mistakes and triumphs, and laugh at the same jokes.
- Bridge to the Future: Many peers reunite and form powerful adult friendships based on shared memories.
- Valuing the passage of time: What seemed trivial in childhood takes on meaning now that we’re older. Reconnecting allows us to reclaim what once seemed insignificant.
2. Preparation: laying the foundation
2.1. Organize yourself or with help
Even if you’re the type who does everything, having one or two other people help prevent stress. Distribute tasks: an “organizing committee” will lighten the load and make everything flow more creatively.
2.2. Create the basic communication channel
WhatsApp, Telegram, or Facebook. This group will be your virtual office for sharing lists, ideas, budgets, surveys, agendas… and those early laughs that bring the group together.
2.3. Announce in advance
Avoid “I can’t because I’m working” scenarios. Ideally, give 3–4 months’ notice. Create a survey with suggested dates and choose the one with the most support: this increases attendance and reduces excuses.
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3. Locating colleagues: rescuing faces from the past
3.1. Use networks and contacts
- On Facebook: search by school and class.
- On LinkedIn: ideal for those you know by first/last name.
- On WhatsApp or Telegram: Once you have a few contacts, create a “reunion chain.”
3.2. Useful tools
- Educational center: ask if they have a registry of alumni.
- Mutual family or friends: They can help fill in the gaps.
3.3. Write a catchy invitation
Avoid generic messages. Example:
“Hi! I’m [your name], from the [school] primary school, class [year]. Several of us have gotten together to organize a reunion this [date]. Are you up for it? There will be laughter, memories, and a memorable night.”
Make it emotional and personal. Never spam or use impersonal messages.
4. Choose the ideal location
4.1. Type of premises
- Formal dining: restaurant with private room.
- Relaxed atmosphere: afternoon snack or brunch.
- Authentic party: lounge, private bar, terrace or venue with music.
4.2. Key factors
- Location and accessibility: well connected, with parking or transport.
- Privacy: No interruptions from strangers.
- Sound and atmosphere: Check if you can play music or hire a DJ.
- Budget and capacity: find a balance between price and capacity.
5. Budget and financing: how to speed up payments
5.1. Set menu vs. individual menu
A package with a menu, drinks, and open bar provides convenience (all paid in advance), makes it easier to control spending, and avoids unpleasant surprise bills.
5.2. Economical options
A snack in the park, a meeting at a pay-as-you-go bar, or a shared picnic trip: a low-cost and emotional reunion.
5.3. How to facilitate payments
- Bizum or Verse for speed.
- Bank transfer if there are many of you.
- Splitwise for cost sharing (some pay for the venue, others for the catering).
6. Event planning: ensuring a memorable moment
6.1. Emotional reception
Welcome with cava, a letter with your name and a childhood photo. The touch that breaks the ice and evokes smiles.
6.2. Thematic photocall
Create a background with the school name and year. Add fun props with labels like “the nerd” or “the rebel,” and start taking pictures!
6.3. Nostalgic playlist
Spotify lets you relive your favorite hits from your school days: from “Chiquilla” to “Pereza de ser.” Everyone will resonate.
6.4. Icebreakers
- Who’s who? with old photos.
- Class trivia: school anecdotes.
- Curious awards: “most changed,” “the shy one turned leader”…
7. After dinner: keep the spark going
7.1. Music and dance
Make time for dancing. Reinvent yourself like you did at the end-of-year parties: don’t forget the home discos!
7.2. Shared stories
Invite them to tell their best school story. Laughter is guaranteed.
7.3. Visual memory
Projector, photos, old videos… seeing everyone’s faces will transport you to another era.
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8. Details that add up
8.1. Gifts with feeling
A commemorative keychain, a funny badge, or a class T-shirt: a physical keepsake with a lot of emotional value.
8.2. Guestbook
Leave space for them to write phrases, dedications, or memories. It’ll be a souvenir you’ll buy again.
8.3. Video after the event
Gather photos, videos, and testimonials. Put together a brief summary and send it to the group. It will be a continuous on-screen reunion.
9. After the reunion: strengthening ties
9.1. Share the album
Google Drive, Dropbox, or Facebook: a shared space for uploading photos, videos, and keeping memories alive.
9.2. Permanent group
WhatsApp or Telegram make it easy to stay in touch: anecdotes, memes, monthly invitations…
9.3. Future meetings
Propose annual dinners, getaways, or joint activities (sports, trips)… This first meeting can be the gateway to new connections.
🎯 Extra tips to make your reunion a success
| Recommendation | Why it is useful |
|---|---|
| Pre-survey | Adjust date and format according to the majority. |
| Video presentation | Absences can record a message and also feel part of it. |
| Written Stories | Remember absent people with messages read by you. |
| Theme or dress code | It can be fun: “back in time”, “80s clothes”… |
Summary of main actions
- Form a committee and create a contact channel.
- Local
- Choose date and location (with privacy, accessibility and music).
- Establish a budget and a convenient payment system.
- Saying
- Share memories after the event and plan future get-togethers.
✅ In summary
A school reunion can be your greatest emotional legacy: a celebration with a purpose, an embrace of the past, and a fresh start in the present. Choose wisely, plan lovingly, and let the spirit of that time resurface. The ideal reunion is within your reach!
Ready to start planning? Plan that event that will mark a new milestone in your life and everyone’s! 🎉 😊
10. Conclusion: an unforgettable experience
A primary school reunion is much more than a social event: it’s an emotional journey, an act of reconciliation, and a personal gift. If you pay attention to the details, take care of the logistics, and maintain enthusiasm, you’ll be laying the foundation for a lifelong, united group. 
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Frequently asked questions about
1. ¿Qué pasa si pocos confirman asistencia?
✅ Solución:
- Asegúrate de contactar directamente por mensaje personal (no solo en grupos).
- Pregunta por sus dudas o dificultades (familia, trabajo) y propone alternativas: cambio de fecha, encuentro reducido, modalidad híbrida.
2. ¿Cómo debo gestionar el presupuesto si hay disparidad económica?
✅ Solución:
- Propón opciones asequibles (picnic, comida compartida).
- Ofrece becas o descuentos para quienes no puedan pagar.
- Reconoce: “Si alguien no puede, por favor avisa – lo celebramos con tu presencia aunque no puedas contribuir tanto”.
3. ¿Qué pasa si alguien no quiere aparecer en fotos o vídeo?
✅ Solución:
- Comunícalo al inicio del evento.
- Deja claro que las fotos serán compartidas solo con consentimiento.
- Ofrécete a borrar las imágenes que molesten a alguien.
4. ¿Y si surge un conflicto en el grupo?
✅ Solución:
- Elige al moderador del comité para temas delicados.
- Mantén un código de respeto.
- Si hay tensiones graves, medídalas: el objetivo es estar juntos, no reabrir antiguos conflictos.
5. ¿Cómo garantizamos que el contacto no se pierda después?
✅ Solución:
- Propón una próxima fecha o actividad antes de despedirse.
- Crea un grupo online dedicado, donde se anuncien triunfos, viajes, logros…
- Deja roles para organizar próximas iniciativas: “Juan, ¿te encargas del almuerzo anual?”.
6. ¿Con cuánta antelación debería empezar a organizarlo?
Lo ideal es entre 3 y 6 meses antes, para encontrar sitio, contactar con todos y ajustar agendas.
7. ¿Qué pasa si no encuentro a todos los compañeros?
No pasa nada. Lo importante es reunir al mayor número posible. A veces, con 15 o 20 personas ya hay ambientazo.
8. ¿Y si algunos no pueden pagar?
Se pueden buscar opciones más económicas, o incluso proponer que quienes puedan aporten un poco más para cubrir a quienes van justos.
9. ¿Dónde puedo encontrar locales adecuados para reencuentros?
Puedes contactar con Grupoasdepicas o buscar restaurantes con privados o salones grandes si tu grupo es muy numeroso.
10. ¿Es necesario contratar un fotógrafo?
No es obligatorio, pero puede ser muy bonito tener fotos de calidad. Otra opción es designar a alguien del grupo como “fotógrafo oficial”.
11. ¿Qué tipo de música es mejor para la fiesta?
Lo mejor es mezclar hits de la época EGB como los años 80, 90 y 2000 con temas actuales. Así nadie se aburre.
12. ¿Cómo evito que el evento se vuelva incómodo o aburrido?
Preparando actividades divertidas, cuidando los tiempos y evitando silencios largos. La clave es mantener el ritmo.
13. ¿Puedo hacer el reencuentro aunque hayan pasado más de 30 años?
¡Claro que sí! Cuanto más tiempo, más historias por contar. Nunca es tarde para reencontrarse.
