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Service of Nine Lessons & Carols
Saturday, 14 December 2024
The term was brought to an end on Friday evening with a service of Nine Lessons and Carols at Durham Cathedral. All of the Foundation too part in the...
From Dr Michael Alderson - The Incoming Principal
Friday, 13 December 2024
When I left my position in Durham, I never imagined I would be writing a contribution to the Friday Flyer again. As my name suggests, however, I am hefted...
Durham School Week Ahead
Friday, 13 December 2024
From the Headmistress of Chorister School
Friday, 13 December 2024
This week has been dominated by the final round of Christmas celebrations ahead of the end of the school term.
EYFS delighted us with their...
School House
Friday, 13 December 2024
I want to begin the final Friday Flyer of 2024 by saying a massive thank you to all for your support of the house this year. Of course, School House is...
From the Principal
Friday, 13 December 2024
I am sure we will all breathe a sigh of relief as term draws to a close and this has been a typically busy week in advance of the holiday. Pupils enjoyed...
From the Cathedral Choristers
Friday, 13 December 2024
The school term has come to end, and the Choristers have certainly had a busy time. There's been music lessons, music exams, prep work, house events, sports...
From the Archives - A Chorister School Christmas
Friday, 13 December 2024
Those awake early enough on Christmas Morning 1976 would be excited to turn on their televisions to see Carols from Durham Cathedral, airing from 8.45...
Important: Annual Review of Pupil Medical Information
Friday, 13 December 2024
We are currently conducting our annual review of pupils' medical conditions. Requests have been sent to some parents via our software, Medical Tracker,...
Zambezi Sunrise Trust
Friday, 13 December 2024
We are thrilled to share with you the ZST 2024 Video Update. The trust are long term charity partners of DCSF and we continue to support their work. ...
MacLeod House
Friday, 13 December 2024
Wow!! What a busy final week to round off a very busy term! I can't quite believe that this term has gone so quickly.
It has been lovely...
Lodge House
Friday, 13 December 2024
Wow! And just like that we are a full term into Lodge House and a hop, skip and a jiggly jump away from Christmas Holidays!


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The Caffinites
Friday, 13 December 2024
This week, in particular, the atmosphere in the House has been both cheerful and relaxed despite the end-of-term tests and the impending mock exams for...
Pimlico
Friday, 13 December 2024
I think the faces on these pictures speak for themselves. The week has ended on a high of festive fun from both House suppers and girls and staff alike...
Chorister School Week Ahead
Friday, 13 December 2024
Poole House
Friday, 13 December 2024
This week mirrors the whole term, incredibly busy and with a huge amount to celebrate. Wednesday afternoon saw the Junior House Supper and Christmas jumper...
Alexander Armstrong and fellow ODs present Handel's Messiah
Friday, 13 December 2024
Book now for a spectacular celebration of 50 years of music at the Foundation, with an Alumni Choir & Orchestra of over 100 trained pro/semi-pro musicians,...
From the Principal
Friday, 6 December 2024
We are well and truly gearing up for end of term events now and I know that you have received a letter from Mrs Rochester about arrangements for House...
From the Headmistress of Chorister School
Friday, 6 December 2024
The Christmas season has arrived this week with events across the school marking the joy of Christmas in a primary school.
Yesterday, the...
Bungites
Friday, 6 December 2024
The penultimate week of term has been very productive with lots of sport, music and academic work crammed in. For our Year 11, it is all about mock preparation...
The Caffinites
Friday, 6 December 2024
On Tuesday evening, our Year 7 students gathered for a fantastic Burger and Movie Night, and what a night it was! With Home Alone on the big screen and...
Lodge House
Friday, 6 December 2024
This week has been another busy one for Lodge House and we prepare for the end of term. As always, there has been a plethora of activities and events which...
From the Cathedral Choristers
Friday, 6 December 2024
The Advent Processions which are a highlight for all involved in, were very well attended last weekend. The solos were covered by a number of Choristers...
From the Archives William Fothergill Cooke
Friday, 6 December 2024
Looking at the many inventors and scientists that have come out of Durham School, none stand as tall as William Fothergill Cooke (1806-1879), who attended...
Poole House
Friday, 6 December 2024
How are we already entering the final week of the term? This week has been another quiet week before the busy week of House Suppers and the end of term...
National Grief Awareness Week
Friday, 6 December 2024
As part of our commitment to supporting the emotional development and wellbeing of our students, we have dedicated time during tutor session this week...
MacLeod House
Friday, 6 December 2024
What a busy week we have enjoyed!! See details below, including (right at the bottom) arrangements for next week and collection times.

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A Christmas view of Chorister School
Friday, 6 December 2024
A Christmas view of Chorister School
End of Term Buses
Friday, 6 December 2024
School buses will depart at 4.30pm on Thursday 12th December (due to there being no after-school clubs) and there will be no return transport on Friday...
Pimlico House
Friday, 6 December 2024
Many thanks to Miss Longden for her thoughts, in this week's Friday flyer, about living in Pimlico House.

Hello! My name is Thea...
The Week Ahead - Chorister School
Friday, 6 December 2024
Week Ahead - Durham School
Friday, 6 December 2024
Lunches
Saturday, 30 November 2024
Our caterers Chartwells offer a diverse and nutritious lunch menu designed to cater to a variety of dietary preferences, including vegetarian, vegan, and...
From the Principal
Saturday, 30 November 2024
Another busy week comes to an end and preparations for the end of term celebrations are beginning. For those of you new to the school, we traditionally...
From the Headmistress of Chorister School
Saturday, 30 November 2024
We are in the season of coughs, sniffles and stomach bugs – perhaps exacerbated by the varying temperatures we are experiencing; nevertheless, the...
Winter Concert - Durham School Chapel - 5th December 7:00pm
Saturday, 30 November 2024
An evening of instrumental and vocal music including compositions by Byrd, Haydn, Schubert, Saint-Saens, Britten, Mathias & Rutter to name but a few!...
Grays Team Sport - 25% Discount
Saturday, 30 November 2024
25% off at GraysTeamSports.com
From the Cathedral Choristers
Saturday, 30 November 2024
Despite the arrival of snow, we welcomed twelve visitors to Chorister Experience Day on Saturday where they took part in rehearsals, activities, and Evensong....
The Caffinites
Saturday, 30 November 2024
The week seems to have been packed with activity on a variety on all fronts, Christmas decorations, area cross country and the 'Top of the Bench' science...
Week Ahead - Durham School
Saturday, 30 November 2024
Poole House
Saturday, 30 November 2024
A much quieter week in the house this week, which is probably a good thing before the Christmas festivities begin. Last weekend the boarders have a wonderful...
Wellbeing - Plastic Waste
Saturday, 30 November 2024
This week, our tutor group discussions have focused on the growing issue of plastic pollution and its devastating impact on the planet. Students were shocked...
Professional School Photos
Saturday, 30 November 2024
The recent whole school photograph and individual portraits are online and available to order with delivery direct to your home address.
Please...
Week Ahead - Chorister School
Saturday, 30 November 2024
From the Archives - John Balliol
Saturday, 30 November 2024
One of the most prestigious students of Durham School was also one of the earliest; this was John Balliol, who was placed on the throne of Scotland in...
Lodge House
Saturday, 30 November 2024
As we very quickly approach the end of term, it is clear that both energy levels and immune systems are being tested. With a number of sniffles and coughs...
School House
Saturday, 30 November 2024
Despite the cold and grim conditions the boys have been busy and I am pleased to say have now learnt that mud, the house carpets and my patience do not...
MacLeod Christmas Raffle
Saturday, 30 November 2024
The MacLeod Christmas Hamper Raffle is back!

Prizes:

10 adult hampers (£5/ticket)
7 teenage...
Macleod House
Saturday, 30 November 2024
It has been another busy week in MacLeod and the girls have been rushing around representing the School in a variety of sports, as well as the usual drama...
Pimlico House
Saturday, 30 November 2024
Thank you to Miss Pollard, our resident tutor, for the Friday Flyer this week.

Hello all! My name is Alice and I am this year's...
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