Issue: 2025 11 07
View another issueImportant Notice: Early School Bus Departure – Friday, November 14
Friday, 7 November 2025Please be aware that school buses will be departing one hour earlier than usual, at 4:30 PM instead of 5:30 PM, on Friday, November 14.
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Questions to Ask at Parents Evening
Friday, 7 November 2025As the season of Parents' Evenings gets underway, we invite you to join Michael Alderson in this helpful video exploring key topics to discuss and insightful...
Poole House
Friday, 17 October 2025It has been yet another busy week in the house, this week the whole foundation has been taking part in Equality diversity inclusion (EDI) week. The week...
The Caffinites
Friday, 17 October 2025Just like that, the end of the first half-term is upon us. The summer holidays are a distant memory now, as everyone is focusing on the upcoming Christmas...
From The Archives: Michael Stephenson
Friday, 17 October 2025The 175th anniversary of the Durham School Football Club is tomorrow and the excitement is palpable as Old Dunelmians from throughout the school's history...
From the Headmistress of Chorister School
Friday, 17 October 2025It has been quite the whirlwind of activity at Chorister School this last week! The school council's Day at the Movies event last Friday was a day full...
From the Principal
Friday, 17 October 2025As the first Half draws to a close, I am certain all are ready for the holiday and a well-deserved rest. As ever, they have been seven busy weeks of lessons,...
Pimlico House
Friday, 17 October 2025I hope that, if you are reading this, it's with your feet up and Friday's G&T in your hand. We have reached the end of a very busy seven weeks, and...
Lodge House
Friday, 17 October 2025It's been a busy week. Between pumpkins and parties, trips and House hockey, we have crammed a lot into only 5 days.
On Monday we had our awards...
On Monday we had our awards...
Bungites
Friday, 17 October 2025As the half term draws to a close the boys in School House can look back on what has been an excellent term. While it has certainly been busy, the boys...
Wellbeing - Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Week
Friday, 17 October 2025What a truly inspiring and uplifting week we've had celebrating Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) across the Foundation! From thought-provoking discussions...
Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation Named Regional Independent School of the Year: North!
Friday, 17 October 2025Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation (DCSF) has been named Regional Independent School of
the Year: North at the Independent Schools of the...
the Year: North at the Independent Schools of the...
MacLeod House
Thursday, 16 October 2025This half term seems to have come and gone in a flash. The girls have been so busy with various events in school from School Production auditions and rehearsals,...
MacLeod House
Friday, 10 October 2025I can't quite believe that there is just one week to go until half term. The girls have been getting excited about House Music over the last couple of...
Lodge House
Friday, 10 October 2025Preparations for House Music have been in full swing this week with both part-song and whole house developing harmonies and getting run throughs.
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From the Archives: Charles Young Adamson
Friday, 10 October 2025This October we are celebrating the history of Durham School Rugby, culminating in the 175th anniversary of the DSFC on the 18th October. Amongst the many...
From the Headmistress of Chorister School
Friday, 10 October 2025This week, we have supported NSPCC Kindness week through a variety of activities during morning form time and LWE lessons. Our House buddy lunch on Wednesday...
From The Cathedral Choristers
Friday, 10 October 2025Last weekend was the first girls' weekend of the academic year, and it was lovely to see Barrington House full of energy. On Friday night, we gathered...
Wellbeing: Self Reflection
Friday, 10 October 2025This week in LWE Tutor Time, our students explored the theme of Self-Reflection and Personal Development. The session encouraged pupils to pause and think...
Poole House
Friday, 10 October 2025It has been a good week in the House. The boys (and staff) are looking forward to their well-deserved half-term break. The week has been a busy one particularly...
Bungites
Friday, 10 October 2025It is going to be a Big weekend in school as we welcome new families into Bungites for Open Day. Over 90 prospective families have signed up and I am very...
From the Principal
Friday, 10 October 2025Tomorrow is of course, our main Open Day and we are looking forward to welcoming a fantastic number of visiting families to Durham School in advance of...
Pimlico House
Friday, 10 October 2025The mug in the staff room which reads: "Cake is the answer, no matter the question" could almost certainly belong to me. Given that I'm usually unable...
The Caffinites
Friday, 10 October 2025It is hard to believe we only have five days left in this half-term, and life in The Caffinites House shows no signs of slowing down. Many pupils, as well...
From The Archives: Alistair MacDonalds Exercise Book
Friday, 3 October 2025This October marks the celebrations of the 175th anniversary of the Durham School Football Club, with the school being rightfully proud that it is one...
Poole House
Friday, 3 October 2025This week has been very similar to last, with the weekly routines becoming second nature to the boys. It has been great to see and hear of so many academic...
Pimlico House
Friday, 3 October 2025Had I remembered about National Poetry Day in time, I would have picked the final lines from 'Alumnus Football', (Grantland Rice) as our quote of the week:...
Academic Year 2026-27 Term Dates
Friday, 3 October 2025The 2026/27 term dates can now be seen on the school website below:
Academic Year 2026-27 Term Dates...
Academic Year 2026-27 Term Dates...
Friends Business Club
Friday, 3 October 2025We are delighted to welcome back our Business Club members for the first event of the new term. Parents, ODs and the wider DCSF community are warmly invited...
From the Principal
Friday, 3 October 2025Among the responsibilities of being Principal of the Foundation is the requirement to attend the annual HMC conference, from which I returned earlier this...
From The Cathedral Choristers
Friday, 3 October 2025Ahead of International Chorister Day some of our Y6s went into Pre-Prep music lessons this week to show them cassocks and talk about being a Chorister....
From The Headmistress of Chorister School
Friday, 3 October 2025The turn of the month and darkening mornings have brought a very autumnal feel to the week which has seen an increasing number of rain showers. We aim...
Road Closures for Lumiere 2025
Friday, 3 October 2025Durham Council have informed us, that there will be a temporary traffic regulation order in place to facilitate the Lumiere event which will take place...
MacLeod House
Friday, 3 October 2025Sixth Form Social
Last Friday the Sixth Form girls enjoyed a wonderful evening of fun and games at their social. The competitive nature of...
Last Friday the Sixth Form girls enjoyed a wonderful evening of fun and games at their social. The competitive nature of...
Lodge House
Friday, 3 October 2025It's been a whirlwind of a week in Lodge, and I, for one, am looking forward to a quiet weekend!
We kicked off the week with our bake sale....
We kicked off the week with our bake sale....
Wellbeing - SMART Goals for Emotional Wellbeing
Friday, 3 October 2025At Durham School, we have been exploring the concept of S.M.A.R.T goals with our students during 'Wellness Wednesday', helping them understand how clear...
Bungites
Friday, 3 October 2025If anyone has seen the weather forecast this week you will have seen the warnings of storm approaching bringing strong winds and heavy rain to much of...
The Caffinites
Friday, 3 October 2025With the House song selected this week, it feels as though there is a sense of excitement building. Granted, not all of the boys know what the song is,...
Lodge House
Friday, 26 September 2025There's been a definite change in the weather this week, with mornings feeling just a little chilly. With that in mind we used our Friday morning House...
Poole House
Friday, 26 September 2025It has been a quieter week, this week, in Poole House. The boys have settled into the rhythms and routines of school life and are continuing to knuckle...
The Caffinites
Friday, 26 September 2025This week marked the return of darker mornings and evenings with the inevitable arrival of autumn. Despite the change in weather, the boys' spirits remain...
From The Archives: Henry Saville Clarke
Friday, 26 September 2025Lewis Carroll Resources: Savile Clarke Alice Productions
Amongst all of the stories for children, Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland is possibly...
Amongst all of the stories for children, Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland is possibly...
Pimlico House
Friday, 26 September 2025Up to full speed now, the term is certainly keeping Pimlico girls busy. Chitty rehearsals have started, hockey and netball fixtures fill numerous diary...
MacLeod House
Friday, 26 September 2025I can't quite believe we are over halfway through this half term now with only 3 weeks left until the 2 week break. This is often the time where pupils...