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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...
The Caffinites
Friday, 7 November 2025It appears we are now deep into House Singing season, with rehearsals and organised singing sessions coming from all directions. As a member of staff,...
From The Cathedral Choristers
Friday, 7 November 2025Our Choristers started the half term with a Requiem for All Souls Day on Monday night. It's not often they get the chance to sing a Monday evening service,...
From The Archives: The War Record of Old Dunelmians
Friday, 7 November 2025We are approaching Remembrance Day, where we commemorate those who lost their lives in the line of duty. As well as the customary two minutes' silence,...
Poole House
Friday, 7 November 2025I hope you have all had a wonderful half-term break. The boys have returned in great spirits, ready to attack what will be a very busy 7 weeks. The darker...
Wellbeing - Anti-Bullying Awareness Week: Working Together as One Community
Friday, 7 November 2025Next week, Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation will be proudly taking part in Anti-Bullying Awareness Week, a national initiative that encourages schools...
Macleod House
Friday, 7 November 2025Welcome Back!
I hope everyone had a wonderful half-term break — full of rest, good fun, and maybe even a few extra hours of sleep! It's...
I hope everyone had a wonderful half-term break — full of rest, good fun, and maybe even a few extra hours of sleep! It's...
Lodge House
Friday, 7 November 2025Welcome back to the second half of term. It has been good to see the girls settle quickly back into the routines of school. The next few weeks will be...
Pimlico House
Friday, 7 November 2025"Remember, remember the fifth of November, Gunpowder, Treason and Plot!"
"At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember...
"At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember...
From the Headmistress of Chorister School
Friday, 7 November 2025Our first week back has been an eventful and enthusiastic start to the new half-term with a wealth of learning and enrichment opportunities throughout...
From the Principal
Friday, 7 November 2025Over the course of the last week, I have been inspecting another school, elsewhere in the country, a privilege I have had for over fifteen years. It is...
Bungites
Friday, 7 November 2025Welcome back and I hope you all had a lovely half term. It was great to see the boys on Monday morning and hear all about their holidays. Lovely to see...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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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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...
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,...
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...