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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...
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...
MacLeod Christmas Raffle
Saturday, 30 November 2024
The MacLeod Christmas Hamper Raffle is back!

Prizes:

10 adult hampers (£5/ticket)
7 teenage...
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...
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...
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...
From the Cathedral Choristers
Friday, 22 November 2024
Our boys had a busy weekend with rehearsals, services, and a trip to InflateSpace for an afternoon of bouncing and climbing. They had a brilliant time,...
Week Ahead - Chorister School
Friday, 22 November 2024
From the Headmistress of Chorister School
Friday, 22 November 2024
It has been a very cold week but thankfully we escaped the snow that was forecast this time. Hopefully that won't arrive until we don't have to navigate...
School Blazer
Friday, 22 November 2024
Schoolblazer will be running a flash sale from Monday 25th – Tuesday 26th November 2024.
There will be 20% off ALL in-stock items online...
Durham School Week Ahead
Friday, 22 November 2024
From the Principal
Friday, 22 November 2024
The highlight of the week of course was House Music in the Cathedral. It was great to be able to host the event externally for the first time in a number...
MacLeod
Friday, 22 November 2024
There is only one place to start this week… HOUSE MUSIC!!
Monday was a very special evening for everyone associated with MacLeod....
The Caffinites
Friday, 22 November 2024
This week, we were treated to an incredible House Music event held in the beautiful setting of Durham Cathedral on Monday. The boys showcased their musical...
Lodge House
Friday, 22 November 2024
The week opened with a BANG! And what a good bang it was, celebrating all the hard work that the girls have put in on the lead up to the House Music event...
Poole House
Thursday, 22 November 2024
What a momentous week, this week has probably been the busiest week of the term so far but also one of the best. Monday evening was the eagerly anticipated...
Pimlico
Thursday, 22 November 2024
Thank you to Mrs. Pollard for this week's Friday flyer.


The week began with our annual House Music competition and...
Wellbeing - Promoting Road Safety for Lifelong Learning
Thursday, 21 November 2024
Educating teenagers about road safety is a critical aspect of lifelong learning, particularly given the challenges posed by the busy roads around schools,...
From the Archives (Dennett vs Culley)
Thursday, 21 November 2024
I recently had the opportunity to examine Charles K. Pattinson's Memoire of a Choir School, a personal recollection of his time at the Durham Chorister...
Bungites
Thursday, 21 November 2024
We have had an excellent week here in Bungites and though one or two decisions have not gone our way, I could see a real spirit and determination in the...
Friends Firework Fantasia
Friday, 15 November 2024
Thank you to our amazing Friends of DCSF for their fabulous Fireworks display on 4 November. The event raised over £300 to support projects across...
The Week Ahead - Chorister School
Friday, 15 November 2024
The Foundation Celebrates Shortlisting for the Prestigious IDPE Award
Friday, 15 November 2024
We are thrilled to share that the Foundation has been shortlisted for the esteemed IDPE Award in recognition of our "In the Place" Development Campaign....
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