News Archive
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2013
May
Durham School All Stars win The Durham City Gown
(17 May 2013)
For the second year in a row!
School House win Cycle Race in spectacular fashion!
(16 May 2013)
Inter-House Cycle Race on Pearl Izumi Cycle Tour Series circuit
Music delights audience
(13 May 2013)
At the Spring Concert in Chapel
TeenStar 2013 - Mark Race is in the Final!
(13 May 2013)
Next stop is the O2 London
Watching by Archie O'Dair in TOP 50
(06 May 2013)
BBC Radio 2 500 Words Competition
FASHION 4 FRAJA
(03 May 2013)
Well done MacLeod girls!
Swapping Heads Day Part Two!
(02 May 2013)
Sunshine and Othello
Cakes go down a treat at Bow
(02 May 2013)
In aid of Multiple Sclerosis
Cleaning up for the Canada Tour!
(01 May 2013)
1st XV use elbow grease to earn their sponsorship
April
British Lions selection for Geoff Parling O.D.
(30 April 2013)
Second OD picked to tour for Lions!
2nd Row, Poolite, England Squad
(25 April 2013)
Could history repeat itself???
Swapping Heads Day!
(25 April 2013)
Sticky buns, finger paints & splash play or a sophisticated tutorial in our Costa Cafe!
Alex Scott OD joins cast of Inspector George Gently
(24 April 2013)
The toughest business in the world…but what a wonderful world!
Soustons Annual Training Camp 2013
(22 April 2013)
We are ready for the Regatta season says Max George
County Hockey selection
(22 April 2013)
Congratulations Alex Smith and Dan Lapham
Water Polo win
(18 April 2013)
U18s v Durham City
Durham Schoolboys selected again for Durham County U15s
(16 April 2013)
Cumbria v Durham County
School Governor appointed High Sheriff of County Durham
(12 April 2013)
Peter Stuart Bell, OD
FASHION 4 FRAJA
(12 April 2013)
Charity Fashion Show 2 May
5 Durham Schoolboys play for Durham County U15s
(08 April 2013)
Northumberland v Durham County
Science Success
(03 April 2013)
45th International Chemistry Olympiad 2013
Rowing News
(01 April 2013)
Nutrition and Success
Sports action for our boarders activities
(01 April 2013)
Wildcats, SAFC and Superleague Netball!
March
Bow Parent Helps School Link Topic On Africa
(31 March 2013)
Siyahama!
Swimming the channel for Fraja
(31 March 2013)
Well done Poole House Year 10
Tristram Society Lecture Series
(31 March 2013)
Welcomes Dr.Celine Boehm and Prof. John Sparrow OD
Newcastle Falcons guests
(31 March 2013)
at DSFC Annual Dinner
Senior Pupils join DUSU Debate
(31 March 2013)
Learning debate protocol and undergraduate opinion
Stories with Gary Cordingly
(31 March 2013)
World Book Day celebrated at Bow
Reading Week
(31 March 2013)
Learning Dragonese, Poetry and Dressing Up!
Life in the fast lane for Bow skiing party
(26 March 2013)
Coached by Simone Oregone, World Record Holder for Speed Skating!
National English Schools Cross-Country
(26 March 2013)
3rd year in a row for Alex Brown
Spring Gift & Craft Fair 11 May
(26 March 2013)
Join us from 12 noon to 4 pm - Free Admission
Competing in the National Schools Biathlon Championships
(25 March 2013)
Toby secures 9th place nationally!
Boys' Swimming Team compete in Durham Schools' Swimming Gala
(22 March 2013)
Our boys' Junior and Iintermediate teams compete in Durham Schools' swimming gala.
Pinocchio was here...it's true!
(21 March 2013)
Wednesday 20 March Adamson Hall
Baked with love
(21 March 2013)
for Fraja
Every child matters
(20 March 2013)
Our Pastoral Secretary explains
The Durham Eye newspaper
(20 March 2013)
Why not get involved?
Excellence beats the snow!
(19 March 2013)
Another incredible achievement for Years 7 & 8
Red Nose Activities at Bow
(19 March 2013)
Red Nose Soup!
Lending their support...
(15 March 2013)
on Red Nose Day
Spinning glass with treacle!
(15 March 2013)
Bow pupils enjoy The National Glass Centre
Rugby 7s Tournament
(14 March 2013)
U11 & U13
No Smoking Day
(13 March 2013)
Swap fags for Swags campaign
Winning the HMC Super 7s Tournament
(12 March 2013)
Chris Cracknell presents the trophy
Fifty for Fraja
(11 March 2013)
Please support our Nurses in their Fundraising Cycle for Fraja
Fifty MORE for Fraja
(11 March 2013)
Pupil cycles a further 50 fundraising miles
Inter-House General Knowledge Quiz Final
(08 March 2013)
School House v Poole
February
Cairngorms Winter Mountaineering Half-Term Expedition
(27 February 2013)
A team of 10 intrepid explorers climb, dig snow-holes and survive!
House Cross-Country
(27 February 2013)
No amount of squelchy mud would stop them!
Remembering John Ernest Bell (1941-2013)
(23 February 2013)
Funeral service held in Chapel
Samling success for Emily Bullock
(22 February 2013)
Workshops and the Samling Opera to follow!
Senior House Drama and the winner is ...
(15 February 2013)
School House!
The sound of Distinctions...
(14 February 2013)
for over 50% of Durham School Graded Musicians!
eNewsletter January 2012 Prize Draw Winner Announced
(12 February 2013)
Congratulations Graham Campbell!
Around the World at Durham School
(09 February 2013)
A huge triumph
January
Representing North of England in football
(30 January 2013)
against Sunderland Academy
North East HMC Super 7s
(28 January 2013)
A pioneering idea led by Durham School
Durham School 600
(27 January 2013)
A celebration of 600 years of Educational Excellence
Headmaster's India Blog
(27 January 2013)
Visiting potential sites in India
Letting off steam ready for the DSFC Canada Tour
(26 January 2013)
Senior rugby squad swim the channel!
Daily Mail Cup Result
(24 January 2013)
Commiserations to our 1st XV who lost 14-19
Bringing sea rescues to life
(24 January 2013)
Form I study Grace Darling
Snow play time for Pre-Prep
(24 January 2013)
Sledging, ski-scooters and snow boards!
Snowman building competition
(24 January 2013)
Form 2 rise to the challenge!
Gold, Silver and Bronze for Nicole Lamb OD
(21 January 2013)
at the 2013 Australian Youth Olympic Festival.
Sledging slides into the activities list!
(21 January 2013)
A popular extra-curricular activity
Durham School Umbrellas for Sale!
(21 January 2013)
Green or Navy available
11+ and 13+ Scholarships and Entrance Examinations
(21 January 2013)
Saturday 26 January 2013
Floreat Dunelmia 1414 - 2014
(20 January 2013)
The 600th Anniversary History of Durham School
Professional Cricket Batting Course
(20 January 2013)
with Gordon Muchall OD and Mike Fishwick
Fieldwork in Patagonia
(20 January 2013)
For School House Tutor Will Christiansen
More Gold Awards at the Palace!
(16 January 2013)
Zoe Reed and Ben Edwards
Selection for U18 England Independent Schools Rugby
(15 January 2013)
Congratulations to David Elliott
Buon appetito!
(12 January 2013)
Italian themed lunch is bellissimo!
Great reception for MacLeod girl singers
(11 January 2013)
Performing prior to Les Miserables at The Gala
National Youth Choir selection for two talented pupils
(10 January 2013)
Congratulations to Emily Bullock and Seb Robson
Happy 50th Birthday Sir!
(10 January 2013)
Headmaster Mr Martin George celebrates
Drama students enjoy a busy schedule of theatre visits
(08 January 2013)
Including our own Luce Theatre
Daily Mail Cup Result
(08 January 2013)
We made the final 16
Delivering outstanding education globally
(07 January 2013)
Press Release issued
Seeing snow for the first time!
(07 January 2013)
On the ski slopes of Serre Chevalier
Pupils create Art to celebrate 600 years
(07 January 2013)
Senior School Art Competition winners
Wedding Bells for Harvey Morgan OD
(01 January 2013)
Married in School Chapel
2012
December
Early Years Art Exhibition paints a fabulous picture
(31 December 2012)
Parents’ evenings will never be the same again!
Early Years enjoy The Little Detective Agency
(17 December 2012)
A trip to Northern Stage, Newcastle
Little Dribblers
(17 December 2012)
Enjoy a Santa Session with Sunderland AFC
A surprise visitor
(17 December 2012)
At the Early Years Christmas Party!
PHOTOGRAPHY A LEVEL
(12 December 2012)
On offer from September 2013
eNewsletter Nov/Dec 2012 Prize Draw Winner Announced
(12 December 2012)
Congratulations Mr Mann!
Christmas Pudding Races and Sprouts!
(11 December 2012)
Onesies at the ready!
A beautiful Bow Carol Service in Chapel
(11 December 2012)
Retiring collection in aid of Save the Children
Whoops-a-Daisy Angel
(11 December 2012)
showed us the way to Bethlehem!
For one night only...Christmas Comedy
(06 December 2012)
Tuesday 11 December 7.00 p.m. Luce Theatre
And the winner of the House Music Competition is...
(05 December 2012)
...Poole!!!
Medals galore for our rowers!
(03 December 2012)
Success at County Durham Indoor Rowing Championships
Durham School Cross-Country Club is in the running!
(03 December 2012)
15 of our pupils gain entry to represent Durham Central
International pupils enjoy sumptious American Thanksgiving foods
(03 December 2012)
...including pumpkin cake!
Wins at the Rutherford Head
(03 December 2012)
Boys 1st Eight row to victory in the Junior 8's category
Caffinites Cake Sale Raises Money For Charity
(03 December 2012)
In aid of the Joan James Chemotherapy Unit
Durham School Lecture Series 2012/2013
(01 December 2012)
Lectures worth talking about
'Feel Christmassy Inside'
(01 December 2012)
with our Costa Christmas Term promotions
An easy way to donate to the Friends of Durham School
(01 December 2012)
and it won't cost you a penny!
Act of Remembrance
(01 December 2012)
'The silence is really special; it's as if you can almost hear their thoughts' said Emily Rooms
DSBC PRESENTS ‘CHRISTMAS PUDDING RACES’
(01 December 2012)
Saturday 8 December 10.00-13.00 p.m.
November
Festive Tea and Toddle
(30 November 2012)
in the Early Years Department
MOvember has sprouted again!
(23 November 2012)
To help raise awareness of men's health
ODs online with new website, facebook and twitter
(23 November 2012)
Keep up to date with all the latest OD news
Gold Awards at the Palace!
(20 November 2012)
Congratulations to ODs Harriet Brooks and Matthew Evans
Why is the world such an unequal place?
(20 November 2012)
Prof. Rigg's excellent lecture gave us an insight
Christmas Gift & Craft Fair
(19 November 2012)
Santa joined in the fun too!
Fly-fishing on the Tweed
(16 November 2012)
Bungites' fieldsports group launched
Alex Vassallo is the Junior Scottish and Junior British Rally Champion!
(14 November 2012)
Youngest ever person to win two National Rally Championships!
November's newsletter interviewee is...
(13 November 2012)
Sign up to our eNewsletter to find out!
D of E gets the Geocaching Travel Bug
(13 November 2012)
Durham School's Gold Final Team help Dale the D of E bear go Geocaching!
Removes are absolute SPARKLERS
(12 November 2012)
Celebrating excellence
Magic of Christmas at the Durham School Stand
(11 November 2012)
Entries for Christmas Tree Decorating Competition are all stars!
Lighting up the sky for Bonfire Night
(06 November 2012)
And enjoying a Costa Hot Chocolate with friends!
September/October 2012 eNewsletter Free Prize Draw Winners
(01 November 2012)
Sixth Former, Laura Alexander, combines golf and A Levels
(01 November 2012)
Playing off 3.3 to 3!
Sixth Form Centre welcomes prospective pupils
(01 November 2012)
Open Evening in the Sixth Form Centre
Sixth Form Ethics students meet Bruce Kent
(01 November 2012)
As part of their AS studies on war and pacifism
October
A busy month for the Tristram Society
(31 October 2012)
Year 11 pupils organise a plethora of activities
A Magical theme in the Bow Garden
(26 October 2012)
Wizzards and Fairies help open the new adventure playground!
U10 Girls Hockey Success
(23 October 2012)
8-0 v Red House
Noel Shearing Trophy - Teams are a credit to their schools
(22 October 2012)
Says Garath Archer, OD
Oh what a lovely war!
(16 October 2012)
An absolute triumph
Open Day welcomes record number of visitors!
(15 October 2012)
Over 80+ families welcomed
Plumbing new depths
(12 October 2012)
with Professor Woodward and The Tristram Society
Exploring another era in British history
(11 October 2012)
International pupils enjoy Beamish Museum
U10 rugby squad win the plate final!
(10 October 2012)
Clegg Cup at Barnard Castle
Harry Potter loses duelling contest to Durham School
(10 October 2012)
D of E Silver team test their duelling skills
Wansbeck Long Distance Sculling Race
(08 October 2012)
17 of our crews were in action!
Royal Navy (CCF) North West Area Regatta 2012
(04 October 2012)
RN Cadets Out of Area overall winners
Form One enjoy Bob on the Moon!
(04 October 2012)
Visit to Seven Stories
Delicious cakes on sale for charity
(03 October 2012)
MacLeod girls support Breast Cancer Campaign
September
Tom Hand OD 'Passed Out'
(30 September 2012)
Now Second Lieutenant with the Parachute Regiment
Hamlet at Crook Hall!
(27 September 2012)
What a piece of work...
1st XV success in Daily Mail Cup
(27 September 2012)
31- 7 victory!
Senior Rugby Tour Canada/USA Fundraising Dinner
(26 September 2012)
Join Doddie Wier our Guest Speaker for an excellent evening
U13 Parling Cup Tournament
(26 September 2012)
Durham v Terrington Hall in the Final
Bow Autumn Fair
(24 September 2012)
A sunny day for wet sponge stocks!
Christmas Gift & Craft Fair
(18 September 2012)
Sunday 18 November 2012, 11.00am – 4.00pm
Durham County Cup Cricket U11 & U13
(18 September 2012)
10 players all from Durham School!
'Dreaming Big' at the Boat Club Dinner
(17 September 2012)
With Olympic Gold Medalist Kat Copeland
New Monitors take up their posts
(17 September 2012)
Official announcement in Chapel
Careers Fair at Durham School
(16 September 2012)
Thank you to all our experts
A note for the Diary "Save the date!"
(15 September 2012)
Wine Tasting Evening Thursday 15 November
Excellent curtain-raiser at Kingston Park
(14 September 2012)
A win for Durham v RGS
One Big Story
(14 September 2012)
Form 5 add their creativity to chapter two
England Home Counties Regatta
(13 September 2012)
Congratulations to Natalie Hardy OD
Well done to the Bungites Great North Run Team
(10 September 2012)
In aid of the Rainbow Trust charity
OD Reunion Weekend
(10 September 2012)
Enjoyed by over 160 OD's
School Shop opens in the Admin Centre
(10 September 2012)
Open weekdays 8.30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
New Hon President for OD Society
(09 September 2012)
Ritchie Salkeld
All-Steinway School Accreditation for Durham School
(06 September 2012)
14 pianos delivered on first day of term!
Durham School Welcomes Global Visitors
(06 September 2012)
English Language and Culture Summer Programme
Boarding returns to Caffinites House
(06 September 2012)
Weekly Boarding is back in Caffs!
Thank you to Naomi Aird
(06 September 2012)
Making summer admin work a delight!
Olympic Gold Medallist joins us for Boat Club Dinner
(05 September 2012)
Katherine Copeland is guest speaker!
Wedding Bells for Miss Fletcher
(01 September 2012)
Congratulations!
OD Graduation Ceremony
(01 September 2012)
Congratulations to Yu Song
Hadrian’s Wall Run
(01 September 2012)
World Challengers take on Coast to Coast
Summer Hockey Tour to Portugal
(01 September 2012)
Confidently led by Louise Elliott
Alan Rewbury completes charity Coast to Coast Cycle
(01 September 2012)
In aid of Ward 4 University Hospital Durham
July/August 2012 eNewsletter Free Prize Draw Winner
(01 September 2012)
August
GCSE Record Results!
(24 August 2012)
Just under 50% of grades were A* or A
GCSE LATIN enjoys excellent results!
(23 August 2012)
62.5% A* and 75% A*/A
A Level Results
(16 August 2012)
55% A*-B Grades
July
International English Summer Programme
(31 July 2012)
Come and practice your English and meet new friends!
Musical Excellence
(10 July 2012)
35 Pupils excel in ABRSM Music Exams
WIN A CHOCOLATE WORKSHOP FOR TWO
(09 July 2012)
Sign up to our eNewsletter today
This month’s interviewee is...
(09 July 2012)
Sign up to our eNewsletter to find out!
Summer Holiday Courses
(09 July 2012)
Limited places on our Summer Holiday Courses
Paris adventure for linguists
(09 July 2012)
Mona Lisa, Eiffel Tour and making pains au chocolat!
Durham School Speech Day
(07 July 2012)
Congratulations to all of this year's Prize Winners
Jelly Race causes friction!
(07 July 2012)
Form 1 celebrate the Olympics in style
Farewell to staff
(07 July 2012)
Come back and see us soon!
Speech Day Saturday 7 July
(04 July 2012)
Arrangement for pupils
Creating tomorrow's scientists at Bow
(04 July 2012)
Science Club makes cheese, toothpaste and designs a roller coaster!
John Malden OD appointed a Scottish Herald
(04 July 2012)
An exceptional year
Sixth Form Musicians perform at the BBC Proms Youth Choir
(04 July 2012)
Royal Albert Hall in London 1 August 2012
Nautical theme for Bow's Annual Summer Concert
(04 July 2012)
Premiere of 'The Sinking of the Titanic' composed by Year 6
Tiny new arrivals in Poole House!
(03 July 2012)
A big welcome to James Burke and Isla Younger!
Memorial Service for Derek Best
(01 July 2012)
A Service of Thanksgiving and Celebration of his Life
Geographers enjoy fieldwork in Arran
(01 July 2012)
Studying the river and coast
Bow pupils enjoy Russian Club
(01 July 2012)
Russian dacha plus its builders!
International pupils explore a hidden gem
(01 July 2012)
At Crook Hall and Gardens
Pupil’s outstanding answers on the chemistry of Kevlar
(01 July 2012)
on his own website!
Crushed Chilli Gallery
(01 July 2012)
Pupils enjoy stained glass workshop
ODs in the Headlines
(01 July 2012)
Pierce Phillips, Alex Duell, Ben Simpson
Water polo star
(01 July 2012)
Matthew Calvert
Inter-House Competitions
(01 July 2012)
Football and Golf
May/June 2012 eNewsletter Free Prize Draw Winner
(01 July 2012)
A Family Gorge Walk Experience
School Governors' Thank Mrs Fiona Parker
(01 July 2012)
A Formal Dinner of Thanks
Brand New Adventure Trail
(01 July 2012)
Children at Bow give the ‘thumbs-up’
June
Sports Fixture CANCELLATIONS
(29 June 2012)
Only 1st and 2nd Cricket Fixtures will take place Saturday 30 June
A day of lobbying parliament
(29 June 2012)
for our Marketing Director #packetracket
Bow Prep Dept sports day
(26 June 2012)
Will now take place at 2 pm Monday 2 July
Superheros Big Toddle
(22 June 2012)
Spiderman accompanies our Early Years pupils on their Superheros Big Toddle
Durham School fields 16 County Cricketers!
(20 June 2012)
Durham School is bowled over with the news that 16 of its pupils have been selected as County Cricketers!
A Summer's Evening of Art and Drama
(18 June 2012)
Tickets now on sale for Hamlet 27 & 28 June
Our Mini Olympics teams get boost by Charlie Spedding OD
(18 June 2012)
Olympic Bronze Medallist joins pupils at Witton Gilbert Primary School
Primary Schools Mini-Olympics at Durham School
(14 June 2012)
Sunday 24 June - Bring a picnic and support your school and country!
Thrilling final in the Durham School U13 Six-a-Side Cricket Tournament
(14 June 2012)
Durham School B v Choristers
Will Todd OD composes The Call of Wisdom for the Diamond Jubilee Thanksgiving Service
(13 June 2012)
Held at St. Paul’s Cathedral and on BBC TV on Tuesday 5 June 2012
Join our Bow Superheroes for the Big Toddle Friday 22 June!
(13 June 2012)
On Friday 22 June 9.30 a.m. start - Everyone is invited to join in!
Inter-House Sports Day is won by...
(06 June 2012)
The Caffinites!
'A liitle rain isn't going to spoil our fun!'
(01 June 2012)
Form 2 enjoy visit to Broom House Farm
May
Making a moving car
(29 May 2012)
Year 2 visit the D&T Department
A lovely letter from John Green, Tees Rowing Club
(29 May 2012)
Commending our rowers
Prestigious RAF Sixth Form Scholarship awarded
(23 May 2012)
To Liam Birkett
North U21 hockey selection for Lyndsay Connor
(23 May 2012)
North U21 v Scotland U18
Who do you think we are?
(22 May 2012)
A talk on the History of Durham School 24 May 7 pm
WIN A FAMILY GORGE WALK EXPERIENCE
(18 May 2012)
with XELEMENTS OUTDOOR
2012 Old Dunelmian Reunion Dinner
(15 May 2012)
Saturday 8 September 2012
Lacrosse for Girls
(10 May 2012)
New coaching sessions start
March/April 2012 eNewsletter Free Prize Draw Winner
(10 May 2012)
A family ticket to a Durham Dynamos Friends Provident t20 match
13 year old Garry plays for the Falcons U15s
(09 May 2012)
And sets a personal best in the 100m in 12 seconds flat!
Prizes for two more of our Mathematicians
(09 May 2012)
At the Newcastle University Maths Challenge
DSBC Dinner Postponed until September 2012
(08 May 2012)
23 June Boat Club Dinner Postponed
A successful weekend sailing
(08 May 2012)
Despite a fierce wind, high waves and snow!
Durham School ODs take Town & Gown sevens title!
(08 May 2012)
Sudden death final saw Richard Ellis OD score the winning try!
A Well-Drilled Military Marching Band!
(08 May 2012)
CCF Royal Navy Cadets play at Morning Colours
Adventurous Training for CCF Cadets
(08 May 2012)
Exercise Northern Dunelm Cadet Venturer 2012 Crianlarich, Scotland
Successful invasion of Hadrians Wall!
(08 May 2012)
by D of E Final Bronze Expedition
Filming Inspector George Gently
(08 May 2012)
Starring our swimming Pool!
Exploring a local treasure
(08 May 2012)
International pupils enjoy Durham University Botanic Gardens
Durham’s Got Talent
(08 May 2012)
Online entry deadline is 31 May 2012
Don’t forget ! Closing date for tickets – Thursday 17th May
(07 May 2012)
Durham School Cricket Club Dinner Friday 25th May 2012
Friends Race Night Cancelled
(04 May 2012)
Tributes to Derek Best
(01 May 2012)
Thank you from Caroline, Sarah, Jonathan and Christopher Best
Rowing crews are Team Winners
(01 May 2012)
Wins at the Schools Head & N.E. Indoor Rowing Championships
The Durham School Elite Wedding Open Day
(01 May 2012)
Sunday 10 June 1.00 - 4.00 p.m.
Sage Musicians Residential
(01 May 2012)
For two Year 10 young musicians
U14 England Lambs selection
(01 May 2012)
Congratulations to Matty Wilson
Himalayan Extreme for Beginners
(01 May 2012)
A hugely popular illustrated talk by Dave Turnbull OD, CEO BMC.
April
A visit to the Old Fulling Mill, Durham City
(30 April 2012)
Now recommended by our International Pupils
GB U19 Water Polo selection for Matthew Calvert
(30 April 2012)
Slowianka Cup
Next Seasons 1st XV Rugby Captain Announced
(30 April 2012)
Congratulations to Ruari Bell
Player of the Tour awarded to Ben Simpson
(30 April 2012)
England Independent Schools Barbarians Tour
Girls' 1st Team Rounders Success
(30 April 2012)
v Sedbergh
Bow Mini-Olympics team training gets underway!
(29 April 2012)
Olympic Young Ambassadors lead the way
England Counties U20s rugby selection for OD
(29 April 2012)
Pierce Phillips OD
1st XI Cricket News
(28 April 2012)
64 runs to Adil Tahir Arif
A Great Reception!
(27 April 2012)
The Mayor of Durham greets our Reception Class
County Swimming Success
(25 April 2012)
Top 3 places for our swimmers
The staff cross-country 2012 record setters are....
(24 April 2012)
Mr Thompson and Miss Finch!
Durham School ‘Top of the Bench’ Team
(23 April 2012)
Our young chemists are 16th in the country!
Olympic Young Ambassadors enthuse local schools
(18 April 2012)
Preparing for the Durham School Mini-Olympics
New Course Records set by girls
(12 April 2012)
Inter-House Cross Country
Simon Weston O.B.E. is honoured guest
(03 April 2012)
Event on 27 July remembers the Falklands Conflict
Past 1st X1 Cricket Team Captains & Players Re-Union Dinner
(03 April 2012)
Tickets now on sale Friday 25 May 2012
Bow Open Morning Saturday 19 May
(02 April 2012)
9.30 am - 1.00 pm. Everyone is very welcome.
Durham University Schools' Science Festival
(02 April 2012)
A pupils perspective by James Hawkes
U14 South Africa Rugby Tour
(01 April 2012)
Fundraising target achieved!
Junior Scottish Rally Champion in School House!
(01 April 2012)
Congratulations to Alexander Vassallo
Win a Durham Dynamos Friends Provident t20 Family Pass
(01 April 2012)
in our March/April 2012 eNewsletter Free Prize Draw
March
Durham School Biennial Inspection 15 March 2012
(31 March 2012)
Inspecting Officer: Lt Col A D McRae MBE RLC, Commanding Officer 11 EOD Regiment
The Langley Foundation Wine Club
(31 March 2012)
Purchase quality wines and help the Langley Foundation too
Bow Singers on board ‘The Wreck of the Titanic’
(31 March 2012)
At The Sage Gateshead
The Langley foundation Launch Dinner
(30 March 2012)
A wonderful night was enjoyed and celebrated by all on Saturday 17th March
Fantastic Rugby 7s Results in March
(30 March 2012)
Our 7's teams played superbly in various 7's tournaments
National Schools Biathlon Final
(30 March 2012)
Toby Hunter and Alex Brown had brilliant results and were a credit to the school
U14 Rugby Squad
(30 March 2012)
The most successful U14 rugby team in recent times
Weddings at Durham School
(30 March 2012)
Wedding Open Day Sunday 10 June 1-4 pm
World Challenger Seb seeks your support
(30 March 2012)
Spring Ball at Headlam Hall Hotel 20 April 6.30 pm
Having a whale of a time...at
(30 March 2012)
Ocean Commotion presented by Forms 5 & 6
Tim Flesher headlines the Durham School Lecture Series
(29 March 2012)
An excellent insight into the Thatcher era
Soccarena Hospitality for Removes Football Competition
(26 March 2012)
A win for Caffinites!
County Football Tournament in Repton
(25 March 2012)
5 Durham School players on the team
Easter Party for Overseas Pupils
(25 March 2012)
Easter egg hunt and culinary delights!
Yorkshire OD Reunion Dinner
(23 March 2012)
Held on Thursday 22 March 2012
February eNewsletter Free Prize Draw Winner
(20 March 2012)
Lucky OD wins a handmade ‘crackle’ bowl courtesy of Crushed Chill Art Gallery
Form One Visit the Oriental Museum...
(20 March 2012)
and practise using chopsticks at the Fat Buddha!
La Chanson du Retour
(20 March 2012)
Workshops and French Theatre enjoyed at Bow
OD, Philip Anderson, seeks your support for fundraising challenge
(18 March 2012)
In aid of the Anthony Nolan Charity
Olympic Song for London ‘Twenty-One-Two’
(17 March 2012)
Sung by Durham School in support of The Langley Foundation
Wins at the NE Indoor Rowing Finals
(09 March 2012)
Gold and Silver across the board!
Excellent Results in January modules
(09 March 2012)
Year 11 achieve a record-breaking 46% A*/A and...
Young Chemists from Durham School win through to represent our region
(08 March 2012)
Royal Society of Chemistry National Schools Quiz March 2012
Wearing pink in support of International Women’s Day
(08 March 2012)
Highlighting gender inequality
Reading Week welcomed leading authors
(04 March 2012)
Monday 27 February to Friday 2 March
John Lewis Stemple headlines the Durham School Lecture Series
(04 March 2012)
Historian and Author talks about 'Six Weeks'
Selection for England U15 Independent School rugby team
(03 March 2012)
For Chris Field
SPRING BLOOMS in the REMOVES!
(01 March 2012)
Celebrations as excellence awards are presented
London OD Dinner pays tribute to elder statesmen
(01 March 2012)
OD colours presented by Ritchie Salkeld
February
D of E Awards and Expedition Dates
(27 February 2012)
Four more pupils achieve bronze awards and two golds for OD's
‘Himalayan Extreme for Beginners’
(24 February 2012)
A talk by Dave Turnbull OD on Saturday 21 April
Congratulations to Geoff Parling OD
(24 February 2012)
First start for England in the Six Nations game v Wales at Twickenham on Saturday 25 February 2012
Bag2School
(22 February 2012)
Next collection date is 27 April 2012
Pupils jamm with the 'Giant Steps'
(09 February 2012)
Jazz masterclass in the Music Studio
Safer Internet Day 7 February 2012
(07 February 2012)
The Durham School Family 'discover the digital world together - safely!'
The Langley Foundation Launch Evening Saturday 17 March
(01 February 2012)
Join our Guest of Honour, Actor and Former Pupil, Ian Hogg OD
January
Going for Gold
(31 January 2012)
Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme
Musical lunchtime recitals for all to enjoy
(31 January 2012)
Join us in the Music Studio
Friends Burns Night Supper Success
(30 January 2012)
Annual homage to the Bard
February 2012 eNewsletter Free Prize Draw
(30 January 2012)
Win an exclusive, handmade ‘Crushed Chilli’ glass ‘crackle’ bowl!
The Pilgrims Cup Charity Hockey Match
(30 January 2012)
A Battle of the Sexes - Thursday 15 March 2012, 5.15 p.m.
Join the Friends 100 Club – you could win £100!
(29 January 2012)
Have a little fun and help the Friends to help the School!
Adult Piano Tuition by OD
(27 January 2012)
Beginners welcome too!
Bow 2012 calendars for sale
(26 January 2012)
It’s not too late to buy your copy!
‘Six Weeks’ talk by Historian & Author John Lewis-Stempel
(26 January 2012)
Friday 2 March at 7 p.m.
U21 North Girls' Hockey selection for Lyndsay Connor
(26 January 2012)
One of the youngest recruits to the squad
Durham School Sixth Form launch Facebook Page
(25 January 2012)
Check it out!
Sports Shorts
(24 January 2012)
Excellent sports results for our girls and boys
Happy Chinese New Year!
(23 January 2012)
Year of the Dragon
OD Wedding Bells in Durham School Chapel
(23 January 2012)
Congratulations to Daniel Dowen OD & Miss Frances Marr
Learning about our world
(23 January 2012)
Form 1 enjoy show and tell time
Lunch beneath the 'last supper' by Tintoretto
(23 January 2012)
Form 1 enjoy the Shipley Art Gallery
U18 DAILY MAIL CUP
(22 January 2012)
Through to the 6th Round
Winner Of December/January eNewsletter Prize Draw
(20 January 2012)
Meal for Two at the fantastic O-de-V fusion restaurant
Families bag unwanted items in aid of World Challenge Equador
(19 January 2012)
Bags2school Day Thursday 19 January
Former Pupil lands role in War Horse at the National Theatre
(18 January 2012)
Congratulations to Adam Welsh OD
'Make and do' craft activities'
(10 January 2012)
Enjoyed by Forms 1 and 2
2011
October
Junior Great North Runners
(31 October 2011)
A top 10 finish and 3 further pupils in the top 150!
English Schools Fell Running Championships 2011
(31 October 2011)
A great set of results for our runners
Parents Have a Go Row
(31 October 2011)
No ordinary DSBC crews!
Winners of October eNewsletter Prize Draw
(31 October 2011)
A Boot Camp Course and Fitness Class Vouchers
An abundance of Harvest produce
(20 October 2011)
Gratefully received by St Cuthbert's Hospice
Sponsored events at Bow help NSPCC
(20 October 2011)
Pupils raise a magnificent £1996 for charity!
The Browning Version is a sell out!
(19 October 2011)
A most beautifully crafted short play
And the winner is...
(17 October 2011)
In the House Music Competition
Water Polo U17 Success
(07 October 2011)
Win against Durham City Water Polo Club
North of England hockey selection for Lyndsay and Will
(04 October 2011)
U18 hockey squads
Bow Autumn Fair Success
(03 October 2011)
‘Fly on the wall’ – pupils get stuck in!
Cakes go down a treat at Macmillan Coffee Morning
(03 October 2011)
£220 raised for charity
October eNewsletter 2011 Free Prize Draw – 10 prizes to be won!
(02 October 2011)
Win a ‘New You’ 8 week Boot Camp course courtesy of Ascend 24/7 Fitness
Six Gold Medals for Emily!
(01 October 2011)
Sensational swimming success
September
GOLD for 2 Duke of Edinburgh pupils
(30 September 2011)
May and Matthew head to St James's Palace
Bow pupils get shipshape
(30 September 2011)
The crew of HMS Bulwalk head to Durham City
Libby sings with International Opera Singer
(30 September 2011)
Year 11 pupil invited to sing alongside Suzannah Clark
Retail nomination for OD
(30 September 2011)
Durham City Retail Awards
Year 1 enjoy a ‘senses circus’!
(30 September 2011)
Learning to make wise food choices
HOT OFF THE PRESS
(29 September 2011)
Watch our new School Video
Water Polo U15 Success
(29 September 2011)
A great victory 13 to 5 against Catterick
The rugby season gets off to a flying start!
(29 September 2011)
Excellent wins for our squads
Girls’ hockey success
(29 September 2011)
Wins against King’s Tynemouth and Casterton
OUTSTANDING NURSERY WITH AN OUTSTANDING OFFER!
(29 September 2011)
A secure start to your little ones education
Sunday lunch with an international flavour!
(28 September 2011)
International boarders are introduced to gravy, roast parsnips and Yorkshire puddings!
Winner of September eNewsletter Prize Draw
(27 September 2011)
An exclusive prize courtesy of Vintage Princess Jewellery
Mathematicians and Scientists are thriving at Durham School
(26 September 2011)
Enriched and inspired teaching is encouraging more pupils to opt for the sciences and mathematics.
International students explore Durham City
(26 September 2011)
Students enjoy a fascinating facts guided tour of Durham City!
Girls' U9 hockey win against Barnard Castle
(26 September 2011)
5:1 win to Bow, Durham School
On top of the world!
(20 September 2011)
Girls U16 Ski Team Qualify for National Championships
J16 boys rowing team raise £1000 for charity
(20 September 2011)
In support of Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research
OD completes his 31st Great North Run!
(18 September 2011)
George Nicholson OD
Come on Eileen!
(12 September 2011)
Weekend Matron joins the Durham School family
Dodgy refs are now officially a thing of the past!!!
(12 September 2011)
Year 11 pupil qualifies as FA Football Referee
OD Lodge Dinner
(12 September 2011)
Presents generous cheque to Durham School
U14 County Cup Cricket Winners!
(10 September 2011)
Congratulations to our U14 cricket team
O.D. OBITUARY: John Lawson Etherington
(01 September 2011)
23 October 1926 – 7 December 2010
August
September eNewsletter photo of the month
(31 August 2011)
Simply the Best’s!
September e-Newsletter Photo Gallery
(30 August 2011)
World Challenge groups visit India, Borneo and Africa
GCSE results equal last year’s excellent record!
(25 August 2011)
41% A*/A grades
OD Annual Re-Union Weekend
(24 August 2011)
Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 September 2011
September e-Newsletter 2011 Free Prize Draw
(24 August 2011)
Win a ‘One of a Kind’ Gold plated Necklace and Earrings set courtesy of Vintage Princess Jewellery!
OD Wedding Bells at Durham School
(24 August 2011)
Congratulations from all at Durham School
Fitness and Fun on our Summer Holiday Sports Courses
(24 August 2011)
by Mrs. Sue Sweeting
Putting on the Ritz was full of Glitz!
(24 August 2011)
£3000 raised for Help4Heroes
First Thrift Shop Sale a Big Success
(23 August 2011)
Thank you for your support
Dinner Date for your Diary
(20 August 2011)
Durham School Boat Club Dinner 10 September
A Level Students Celebrate 97% Pass Rate!
(18 August 2011)
A quarter of all results were at A* or A grades
Reaching the 5895m summit of Kilimanjaro!
(17 August 2011)
Congratulations World Challenge Africa
Nine river crossings and three huge summits!
(17 August 2011)
World Challenge India successfully trek the Himalayas
New Chaplain for Durham School
(17 August 2011)
A warm welcome to Rev Cooper who takes up his post September 2011
Welcome to New Staff
(17 August 2011)
Christmas Term 2011
World Challenge Borneo - a challenger's blog by Ben Cronin
(17 August 2011)
A National Park, Jungle Trek, Mt. Kinabalu Summit and a Project!
April represents North of England in Tetrathlon
(15 August 2011)
Swim, Shoot and Run!
World Challengers return
(11 August 2011)
Amazing experiences in India, Borneo and Tanzania!
Early Years Parent Survey 2011
(10 August 2011)
100% strongly agree 'My child enjoys school'
July/August eNewsletter Free Prize Draw Winner
(10 August 2011)
Current parent wins a unique prize
Cadets achieve RYA Level 3 certificates
(08 August 2011)
Three cadets enjoy some summer sailing in Plymouth
Silver medal at GB World Junior Rowing Championships
(08 August 2011)
Congratulations to Nicole Lamb!
Geographers walk on a glacier in Iceland!
(08 August 2011)
Year 9 and 10 pupils enjoy Geography Field Study
Alex trains with England World Cup Rugby Squad!
(02 August 2011)
To mark the launch of the new World Cup Kit
Next Open Day (Nursery through to Sixth Form)
(01 August 2011)
Saturday 15 October 2011
Summer exhibition of watercolour paintings
(01 August 2011)
by Mr John Renshaw
OD Obituary
(01 August 2011)
Melville Duncan McNaughton SMITH
July
Rowers win Gold at Home Counties Regatta for England
(25 July 2011)
Natalie Hardy and Jess Graham won gold in the junior women's eight for England at Home Counties Regatta. Myles Holbrough and Dan Pearson win gold in mens junior eight
Further selections to represent GB at World Rowing
(18 July 2011)
3 other pupils and an OD join Nicole Lamb to represent GB at the World Junior Rowing Championships
July/August e-Newsletter Photo Gallery
(14 July 2011)
Centenary Celebrations with the Mayor; Garden Party; Sports Days 2011.
July/August eNewsletter photo of the month
(14 July 2011)
Rt. Hon. Lord Justice Laws OD is Guest of Honour
(14 July 2011)
Senior School Speech Day 2011
July/August eNewsletter Free Prize Draw
(14 July 2011)
Feel radiant with a session of Radiance Colonic Hydrotherapy treatments
Form 5 enjoy Clock Design Technology Experience
(14 July 2011)
Time well spent at the Senior School!
Key Stage 2 results
(13 July 2011)
100% level 4 English and 96% level 4 Maths
OD News Roundup
(13 July 2011)
Forthcoming Events and Weddings
RAF Gliding Scholarships
(13 July 2011)
Awarded to Three Year 11 Cadets
Early Years Summer Treat
(10 July 2011)
Adventure to end the year!
PRE-SEASON FITNESS TESTING FOR 1ST XV HOPEFULS!
(10 July 2011)
Getting into the mindset
Musical Rainbow for Charity
(10 July 2011)
Over £1000 raised for Rainbow Trust
Chadeyron Music Competition
(10 July 2011)
Exceptional standard maintained
More Good Schools Guide Awards 2011
(10 July 2011)
A Level English Language and Literature
Quarry Heads House Centenary
(08 July 2011)
Mayoral visit and Magic!
Centenary Garden Party
(08 July 2011)
100 years of Quarry Heads House
Bow Speeches and Prizegiving
(08 July 2011)
Guest Speaker: His Honour Judge Prince
News from the Chaplain
(07 July 2011)
Over £4,600 raised for good causes
‘What’s it like to study Chemistry at University’?
(07 July 2011)
LVI chemistry students find out
Pupils bake cakes for charity
(07 July 2011)
Proceeds help fund early detection equipment for MS patients
Nationally accredited First Aid qualifications
(07 July 2011)
Staff, parents and pupils pass with flying colours!
Three lucky pupils meet Eliza Doolittle!
(07 July 2011)
Competition winners enjoy mingling with the stars
Removes Strike Gold!
(07 July 2011)
Academic excellence with special 'Gold Awards'
Rowing round-up
(07 July 2011)
A record season with 99 wins and medals so far!
Speech Day Arrangements
(07 July 2011)
Saturday 9 July 2011
Sailing high at the Area Regatta
(07 July 2011)
Sailing Team ends Sedbergh's 7 year unbeaten run!
Science iGCSE Course changes
(07 July 2011)
New course details
Surfing Boarders!
(07 July 2011)
At Tynemouth Long Sands
World Challenge Teams set off
(07 July 2011)
Good luck to Team Ladakh, Borneo and Tanzania!
Thrift Shop launched
(01 July 2011)
Selling good quality second-hand school uniform
U15's (1996) Water Polo Team Success
(01 July 2011)
U15's v Durham City (Away) win 13 to 9
First ever water polo match against OD's
(01 July 2011)
U18's v OD's win 20 to 13 on Tuesday 28th July
May/June eNewsletter Free Prize Draw Winner
(01 July 2011)
Lucky subscriber wins two places on Creative Arts Courses
Army Scholarship for Lyndsay
(01 July 2011)
Only a limited number awarded
June
Durham School wins the 2011 Good Schools Guide GCSE Award
(30 June 2011)
For boys taking D & T Graphic Products at GCSE
Form 5 go back in time!
(29 June 2011)
Victorian lesson at Beamish Open Air Museum
Form 4 visit Eden Camp
(29 June 2011)
Experiencing life during World War Two
Confirmation Service
(29 June 2011)
At St. Oswald's Church
North of England 20/20 Final
(27 June 2011)
Thank you for your support
ART & DRAMA for a Summer Evening
(23 June 2011)
Comedy followed by Art & DT Exhibition Wednesday 29 June 6.30 - 8.30 pm
The End of Year 11 Beach Party!
(23 June 2011)
Friday 1st July on the playground, 6 for 6.30 pm start.
Honey
(17 June 2011)
A superb production by Forms 3 & 4
Calling All Pupils
(17 June 2011)
Sign up for the Great North Fitness Revolution Now
Congratulations Mr Goodhew!
(15 June 2011)
On your Headship of Latymer Upper School
Success for our rowers at Durham Regatta
(15 June 2011)
Overall 11 event wins
U11 Cricket Tournament
(15 June 2011)
Choristers win by 1 run in the final!
Chapel Memorial Service for Ron Booth
(14 June 2011)
A life celebrated
Bow Swimming Gala
(14 June 2011)
Friday 17 June at Freeman’s Quay
Removes Inter-House Cricket
(13 June 2011)
Congratulations to Poole House
Training with U14 England Barbarians
(12 June 2011)
Pupil joins tour to Biarritz and Toulon
'Putting on the Ritz' Summer Ball Saturday 9 July
(01 June 2011)
A 1940's theme inspired by our war heroes.
Lexy is a winner at the Newcastle University Maths Challenge
(01 June 2011)
The Senior Challenge at the School of Mathematics & Statistics
Centenary Garden Party at Quarryheads House
(01 June 2011)
Saturday 25 June – Join the celebrations!
Open Afternoon – Early Years Department
(01 June 2011)
Monday 20 June - Meet the Early Years Team
Durham Regatta Weekend 11-12 June
(01 June 2011)
Join the Durham School Boat Club for a great weekend of rowing and hospitality
Summer Holiday Courses for all ages
(01 June 2011)
Sports, Fun Clubs and Creative Arts all on offer
Durham School’s Creative Arts Summer Camps
(01 June 2011)
Residential and Day Summer Camps for creative girls and boys
Coming Events
007 Bond Ball
It's Bond...James Bond!
Summer Term ends
New pupils familiarisation day and parents meeting
Inter House Cricket
School restarts
Half Term Begins
Bow Summer Concert
Girls Sports Dinner
Bow Open Day
Everyone is very welcome. 9.30am-1.00pm
Latest News
Durham School All Stars win The Durham City Gown
For the second year in a row!
School House win Cycle Race in spectacular fashion!
Inter-House Cycle Race on Pearl Izumi Cycle Tour Series circuit
TeenStar 2013 - Mark Race is in the Final!
Next stop is the O2 London
Music delights audience
At the Spring Concert in Chapel
Watching by Archie O'Dair in TOP 50
BBC Radio 2 500 Words Competition