Recent Senior School News
"Murder at the BIFTAS" - book your tickets NOW! (12 March 2010)
New date: Saturday 24 April
"Youthspeak" Public Speaking Competition (12 March 2010)
Thursday 11 March 7.00 pm
Victory for Red House in Durham School Under 13 Hockey Sevens (12 March 2010)
Narrow victory over Mowden Hall in final
Triumph for unbeaten Under 13 Rugby Sevens team (12 March 2010)
Dame Allan's overcome in superb final
Narrow defeat for Bow at Durham School U11 Sevens (12 March 2010)
St Martin's win exciting final in extra time
Under 14 Barbarians selection for Ruari Bell (11 March 2010)
Year 10 pupil to play in France
Ampleforth win Durham School U18 Boys' Hockey Tournament (11 March 2010)
Durham knocked out in semi-finals
Martha trains with ESSKIA (10 March 2010)
Young skiing prospect enjoys week in Austria
Girls’ Rowing at an all-time high in 25th anniversary year (10 March 2010)
Ambition to race at Women's Henley in July
Tristram Society resurrected (10 March 2010)
Dr Ryan Hickox talks about Supermassive Black Holes
March Free Prize Draw winner announced (10 March 2010)
Dinner for four at Jai Ho Restaurant in South Sheilds
Bring Your Own Mum...to school lunch! (10 March 2010)
22 Mums enjoy early Mother's Day treat!
New venue for home golf fixtures (10 March 2010)
Team will play at Mount Oswald Manor and Golf Course
Sevens victory at Austin Friars (10 March 2010)
Mixed results in early March for our teams
First Meeting of Durham School Parents' Forum (08 March 2010)
Minutes now available in Parents' Area
Roger Uttley (OBE) appointed School Governor (08 March 2010)
Former England rugby international and British Lion joins Board of Governors
Young OD returns to preach at school chapel service (06 March 2010)
Andy Croft holds young congregation in thrall
Inaugural Durham School Netball Tournament (05 March 2010)
Fine weather blesses impressive display of young sporting talent
Parents' Conference on e-safety (05 March 2010)
ALL PARENTS WELCOME
Removes Excellence Awards - March 2010 (04 March 2010)
No fewer than 37 Year 7 pupils awarded 10 top grades or more
The Perfect Venue Wedding Fayre - 11 July 2010 (04 March 2010)
A great opportunity to advertise your services
Three young ODs collect D of E Gold Awards from the Duke (04 March 2010)
Hannah, Kate and Jenny's proud moment at St James's Palace
Parents' Area Free Prize Draw winners announced (23 February 2010)
5 lucky parents win free day pass at Freeman's Quay in Durham
ISI Inspection Report now available to view and download (22 February 2010)
February free prize draw winner announced (22 February 2010)
Parent wins Sunday lunch for four at Jesmond Dene House Hotel
Barbarian honours for Chris Field (22 February 2010)
Year 9 boy selected to tour Ireland
Budding school reporters interview Newcastle Falcons rugby star (22 February 2010)
Micky Young (OD) returns to school to help pupils with their English!
Pupils in Years 7, 8 and 9 ready to meet their deadline (22 February 2010)
BBC School Report launch on 11th March
Successful ski trip to Interlaken for 18 lucky pupils (22 February 2010)
Spectacular skiing in the shadow of the Eiger North Face
Next Open Morning Saturday 8 May (22 February 2010)
Come along and find out why our pupils LOVE Durham School!
March Photo Gallery (22 February 2010)
All night "sleepover" helps to raise money for World Challenge (19 February 2010)
34 pupils from Years 7 and 8 "while away" the wee small hours
House Rugby Sevens rearranged for 14th March (16 February 2010)
Make a note in your diary!
Easter Holiday Sports Courses and Fun Club (16 February 2010)
Book now to avoid disappointment!
Have you registered for the Parents' Area yet? (15 February 2010)
Nearly 250 parents already registered
Happy New Year to all our Chinese pupils and their families! (15 February 2010)
Year of the Tiger celebrated by special dinner at school
News from the Boat Club (15 February 2010)
Early successes for girls and boys
Enjoy a great day's rugby at Durham School (15 February 2010)
Charlton & Archer Sevens - Saturday 27 February
Poole wins House Music Competition 2010 (12 February 2010)
School House runners-up on memorable evening
Toby qualifies for English Schools Championships (09 February 2010)
Young cross-country prospect on top form in recent events
Year 7 girl chosen for final audition (09 February 2010)
Kirstie Kirkley in line for screen role
Zip it ! Block it ! Flag it! (09 February 2010)
Pupils encouraged to ‘Think before they post’
U14 Barbarians Sevens victorious in warm-up event (08 February 2010)
Rugby sevens season gets under way with home tournament
Further success for fencer Jessica Lewis (08 February 2010)
13-year-old runner-up in adult competition
PGCE students welcomed (08 February 2010)
House Cross-country winners announced (08 February 2010)
Pimlico and School come out on top
House spirit the winner on memorable day's cross-country running (06 February 2010)
Heart-warming support combats the chill
Two former pupils play for England Saxons against Ireland "A" (06 February 2010)
Micky Young and Geoff Parling both appear in impressive win
U17 GB Selection for Matthew (04 February 2010)
Further major honour for young water-polo star
Jessica fences her way into the GB U17 team (30 January 2010)
...and selection for the National Fencing Academy
May Hunter awarded ASDAN Certificate (29 January 2010)
70 UCAS points for Lower Sixth student
Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme (29 January 2010)
Three former pupils to receive Gold Awards in February
OBE for School Governor (29 January 2010)
Sandy Anderson rewarded for services to the North East
February Free Prize Draw (29 January 2010)
Win Sunday lunch for four at Jesmond Dene House Hotel
February Photo of the Month (29 January 2010)
Alexander Armstrong (OD) speaks to Durham Eye
New Term and Holiday Dates Published (29 January 2010)
See Term Dates under General Information
Boat Club Ceilidh - Saturday 6 February (29 January 2010)
Tickets still available
Durham School to join BBC School Report (29 January 2010)
Pupils in Years 7, 8 and 9 set to develop journalistic skills
Rugby Tour to Australia Summer 2010 (29 January 2010)
Sponsors sought
New pupil welcome evenings (29 January 2010)
100 guests attend 2 successful evenings
February Photo Gallery (29 January 2010)
Durham School in the Snow
Death of a very distinguished Old Dunelmian (29 January 2010)
Flt-Lt Leslie Stephenson dies aged 88 years
Two Old Dunelmians on the West End Stage (28 January 2010)
Latest news of Matthew Gent and Adam Welsh
Calling all sponsors! (28 January 2010)
A wealth of opportunities to promote your business
Alexander Armstrong OD interviewed by Durham Eye (28 January 2010)
Read our pupils' exclusive interview in the next edition
Netball Tour to Gibraltar (28 January 2010)
18 girls to enjoy Easter treat!
Parents, staff and boys take on the girls at netball (28 January 2010)
Over £1,000 raised for netball tour of Gibraltar
25 Years of Girls at Durham School (27 January 2010)
A real cause for celebration!
December Prize Draw Winners Announced (27 January 2010)
12 Prize-winners for the 12 Days of Christmas!
Young water polo talent in action for NE of England (27 January 2010)
Matthew Calvert plays in national tournament
New Parents’ Running Club (27 January 2010)
Come along, have fun and keep fit!
Former pupil Will Todd returns to Durham to conduct concert in cathedral (27 January 2010)
10 Independent Schools combine in aid of Teenage Cancer Trust
New Choral Scholarship for September 2010 (27 January 2010)
Read on for further details
200 Parents already registered for Parents' Area (27 January 2010)
Do not miss out - register NOW! 5 super prizes to be won!
Wedding Fayre planned for 11th July (27 January 2010)
Come alomg and find out about Durham School as a wedding venue
Poole wins House General Knowledge Competition (20 January 2010)
Nine years of Caffinites' dominance comes to an end!
Five reasons to celebrate (20 January 2010)
Four births and an engagement!
Durham Sixth Form Adds Academic Value (19 January 2010)
CVA score one of the highest in the region
Uniform back to normal after snowy weather (18 January 2010)
Important notice for parents
LATEST WINTER WEATHER UPDATE (14 January 2010)
THURSDAY 14 JANUARY AT 10.00 PM
Phase 1 of Parents' Area Ready for Use (12 January 2010)
Over 100 parents already have access!
Two pupils selected for National Independent Schools' Barbarians (06 January 2010)
Joe and Scott rewarded for outstanding school performances
Christmas Carol Service (14 December 2009)
Over 1000 people attend traditional event
Two new faces join the Governing Body (11 December 2009)
Matthew selected for GB Water Polo Squad (11 December 2009)
December e-Newsletter Free Prize Draw (10 December 2009)
You have until 15th December to subscribe and qualify!
U14 Rugby XV have a new shirt (10 December 2009)
Girls' U16 Hockey team are County Champions (05 December 2009)
Round-up of the term's many successes for our girls
Senior School Christmas Concert (05 December 2009)
Nearly 100 pupils produce musical spectacular
Get behind Durham’s bid for UK City of Culture status (05 December 2009)
Durham School support's city's bid
December E-Newsletter Photo of the Month (05 December 2009)
Celebrating success!
An Invitation from the Headmaster (04 December 2009)
Come and join us at our Open Morning!
Duke of Edinburgh Awards Completed (04 December 2009)
Two silver and five bronze medals presented by Headmaster in Chapel
Girls break two school swimming records (04 December 2009)
Boys and girls both produce exciting galas
December E-Newsletter Photo Gallery (04 December 2009)
Very positive OFSTED Boarding Inspection (03 December 2009)
Outstanding or good in every respect
Christmas Craft Fair a huge success (02 December 2009)
Are you a Raffle winner?
Carl Hayman guest speaker at Fundraising Dinner (02 December 2009)
Australian rugby tour given a great boost
Caffinites paint the town (and themselves) red! (02 December 2009)
Sunday outing in Brancepeth for Year 8 & 9 pupils
North of England Honours for Tom and Brad (02 December 2009)
Ist XV pair selected for Divisional Festival
New faces and one very distinguished servant of the School announces his retirement (02 December 2009)
News from the Senior School Common Room
Rugby Season Round-up (02 December 2009)
Notable victories for all our teams after a flying start to the season
Pre-Prep children delight parents and staff in annual Nativity (02 December 2009)
School chapel makes the perfect setting
Young skiers shine (01 December 2009)
Durham School 4th in National Schools Championships
Othello plays to packed audiences (01 December 2009)
Setonji Hotonu stars in vibrant production
Boat Club News (01 December 2009)
Weather ruins several events but Boat Club still thriving
1st XV knocked out of the Daily Mail Cup by old rivals (30 November 2009)
Old tradition revived at end of game in front of huge Durham support
Karting Club off to a great start! (30 November 2009)
Over 50 pupils involved in new school activity
Poole pupils give their TV room a 48-hour make-over (30 November 2009)
Great new look achieved by joint effort by pupils and staff
Removes Disco goes with a swing! (30 November 2009)
Over £200 raised for charity
Young skiing prospect selected for England Training Camp (29 November 2009)
Martha Bradley to train in Austria
"Safety Online" the focus of Anti-Bullying Week (23 November 2009)
Mrs Parker leads annual 11-18 campaign
Cakes and Pyjamas on display for Children in Need (22 November 2009)
Staff and girls lend their support
Caterers "spice up" school dinners (19 November 2009)
Indian Theme Lunch declared a 5-star success!
Durham face Barney in next round of Daily Mail Cup (18 November 2009)
Wednesday 25 November 2.00 pm
Chemistry Quiz Day at Newcastle University (17 November 2009)
Informative afternoon for four young scientists
1st XV progress to next round of Daily Mail Cup (16 November 2009)
Comfortable win against Dame Allan's
Ben and Mark win Durham School's Got Talent Final (16 November 2009)
Boys come out on top in festival of talent
Separate Sciences and Psychology to be added to curriculum in 2010 (16 November 2009)
Breaking news from the Curriculum Review
Follow the Boat Club news from the pupils' perspective (15 November 2009)
Captains' and Parents' Log on the Boat Club Website
Strictly Excellence! (15 November 2009)
Outstanding academic results from our Years 7 & 8 pupils
Lighting up the skies for heroes (15 November 2009)
Pimlico girls release Chinese lanterns in poignant ceremony
Christmas Craft Fair (14 November 2009)
in aid of Grace House Children's Hospice
Crews race well at Wansbeck Long Distance Sculls (09 November 2009)
Several winners over the 2700m course
Tickets still available for "Othello" (07 November 2009)
All- round artistic talents of Durham School pupils on show in the Luce Theatre next week
School Honours Fallen Former Pupils (07 November 2009)
Annual Remembrance Service in Chapel
Australian Tour Rugby Dinner in November (03 November 2009)
Order your tickets now!
Caffinites win both House Drama Events (23 October 2009)
Teamwork and enthusiasm in abundance
Photo of the Month (23 October 2009)
Friends' Victorian Christmas Evening (23 October 2009)
Saturday 5 December
Comfortable Daily Mail Cup Victory for 1st XV (22 October 2009)
U15 XV beat Ian Ramsey in the Vase competition
“Othello” - box office now open (21 October 2009)
Book your seats now!
November E-Newsletter Photo Gallery (20 October 2009)
Wide variety of events covered
Chapel collections raise £915 (20 October 2009)
Donation enabled for "Send A Cow"
Sixth Form scientists attend Ethics conference (19 October 2009)
October Prize Draw Winner Announced (19 October 2009)
Sunday lunch for 4 people at Bowburn Hall Hotel
ISI Inspection week (19 October 2009)
Inspectors also inspected!
Year 11 pupils learn all about safe driving (19 October 2009)
Wise Drive Course at Aykeley Heads
RAF Cadets in action (19 October 2009)
Air Experience Flying Day and Field Evening
Duke of Edinburgh progress report (18 October 2009)
Silver and bronze medallists complete expeditions
Taster days becoming more popular than ever (18 October 2009)
Notable events at the Wear Long Distance Sculls (17 October 2009)
Parents enjoy first race experience - with their sons.
Your chance to bid for a signed Chelsea FC Shirt! (17 October 2009)
'E-bids' accepted for fabulous Rugby Dinner Auction Prize
Parents' Area making good progress towards launch (17 October 2009)
Please let us know your email address
Riding High in East Durham (16 October 2009)
Amy Duncan takes part in the World's Biggest Riding Lesson
Cadets serve up tea and coffee - Army style (15 October 2009)
- all in support of charity SSAFA
Glenda swims the English Channel (15 October 2009)
- without leaving her native North East!
Lyndsay Connor selected for North of England (15 October 2009)
Young hockey star to play in Futures Cup at half-term
Smart new kit for Girls' Hockey 2nd XI (15 October 2009)
Kind donations provide new "hoodies"
Would you like to offer a prize? (14 October 2009)
14 fabulous prizes already won
U12 Rugby team does well in "Tens" tournament (13 October 2009)
5th out of 20 competing schools at Barnard Castle
New face in the Marketing and PR Department (13 October 2009)
David Parfitt GAP student
Successful Open Morning in October (10 October 2009)
Nearly 60 families attend first Open Morning of the year
GCSE Geographers out and about (09 October 2009)
Matthew Peacock (OD) in the news (08 October 2009)
Streetwise Opera wins Times/Gramophone Award
Gordon Bell (OD 1941-45) remembered (05 October 2009)
Wonderful thanksgiving service in School Chapel
Sixth Form students "shaken but not stirred" (05 October 2009)
A lot of fun and £183 raised for Cystic Fibrosis
Cross-country runners show good early season form (30 September 2009)
Good performance at the English Schools' Fell-Running championships
Skiing team qualifies for National Championships (30 September 2009)
Outstanding peformances at regional qualifiers
September Free Prize Draw Winner (25 September 2009)
Table for four at Beamish Park Hotel
OD appointment at top Grammar School (25 September 2009)
Ben Charles OD becomes Deputy Head
Team Durham School at The Great North Run (25 September 2009)
30-strong team raise money for Cystic Fibrosis
October Photo Gallery (25 September 2009)
Seven varied school events in pictures
Death of Gordon Bell (OD 1941-45) announced (24 September 2009)
Memorial Service in Chapel on 30th September
Appointment of New Events Manager (24 September 2009)
Find out more about hiring our facilities
David Quinn - our "Musician in Residence" (24 September 2009)
New music award for David as well
School welcomes new talent (24 September 2009)
Fencing, skiing and water polo stars join the school
CCF RN National Regatta (24 September 2009)
ITN visit to Durham School (24 September 2009)
School participates in promotional DVD
Sixth Form Drama students make early appearance on stage (23 September 2009)
Pied Piper of Hamelin performed for younger pupils
Boat Club weekend in Norway (23 September 2009)
Great start to the new season
Change to the Friday afternoon programme (22 September 2009)
Later pick-up time after scho
Successful afternoon for U13 Rugby team (22 September 2009)
Runners-up prize at Sedbergh National Tournament
New team of monitors undergo training evening (20 September 2009)
Staff beat pupils in charity football match (17 September 2009)
130 guests attend annual Old Dunelmian Dinner (17 September 2009)
Mr Nick Gedye elected OD Vice-President
Two wins for Boat Club at Cambridge Autumn Regatta (16 September 2009)
Good start to the new season
Peruvian soccer team spend day at Durham School (16 September 2009)
Father Jo's visit a great success
Year 9 girls hold break-time bake sale (16 September 2009)
£120 raised to help young Peruvians
Pupils throw water at senior staff (16 September 2009)
- all in a good cause!
News From The Senior School Common Room (02 September 2009)
Staff appointments for the new academic year
New school year starts with record pupil numbers (02 September 2009)
Boarding also on the increase
Summer Holiday Sports Courses more popular than ever (02 September 2009)
Some 450 places filled on variety of different activities
Photo of the Month (02 September 2009)
Best ever GCSE results
Girls return home after amazing hockey tour to Australia (02 September 2009)
Experience of a lifetime
Sixth-former Philip Anderson recommends World Challenge (01 September 2009)
Parents' Area on the website (01 September 2009)
Parent volunteers sought for focus group
World Challenge Expedition to Vietnam (31 August 2009)
Photo Gallery for September E-Newsletter (31 August 2009)
Sign up now to see photos of Speech Day
Ex-England International lends a hand at pre-season rugby training (28 August 2009)
Garath Archer returns to his former school
1st XI Cricket Tour to Worcestershire (28 August 2009)
Exciting tie against Malvern College
School celebrates best ever GCSE results (27 August 2009)
Five pupils each achieve 10 Grades A* or A
Poole leavers receive parting gift from Matron (27 August 2009)
Survival booklet with useful tips on life after Poole House!
Follow the progress of our girls on their hockey tour to Australia (25 August 2009)
Open this story for web link
Geography Field Trip to Iceland (20 August 2009)
6 days in July well spent!
Pupils celebrate impressive A-level results (20 August 2009)
98% pass rate with well over half at grades A and B
12th place in the World for GB Junior Rowing Champion Tom! (10 August 2009)
Tom Edwards represented Great Britain in the World Junior Rowing Championships 2009 coming 12th in the world.
Further honours for the Boat Club at National Rowing Championships (28 July 2009)
Avison Ensemble Young Musician Award for Durham School Pupil (21 July 2009)
Another prestigious award for Alice Leaver
13-year old pupil joins prestigious local youth choir (21 July 2009)
Libby Paxton to sing at Albert Hall
New School Monitor Team Announced (07 July 2009)
Tom Newbould Head of School for 2009-2010
Olympic Oarsman at Boat Club Dinner (06 July 2009)
Jonny Searle MBE guest speaker
1st Eight at Henley Regatta (06 July 2009)
Best result for decades
Ancient Tradition Revived (05 July 2009)
Captain of Boats paraded through school
Senior School Speech Day (05 July 2009)
University Vice Chancellor
Senior School Prize Winners 2009 (05 July 2009)
Graham Thorpe - Durham School Young Musician of the Year 2009 (03 July 2009)
Outstanding concert by senior musicians
How to stay fit and healthy (03 July 2009)
Health Forum for Years 7 to 10
Durham School Athletics Club flying high! (01 July 2009)
Excellent season with many records broken
End-of-year Art and DT Exhibition (01 July 2009)
Come and see the displays on Speech Day
House Drama Competitions (30 June 2009)
Poole and School come out on top on thrilling evening
OD XI beat 1st XI on the Playground (30 June 2009)
3 wicket win for former pupils
Favourites win House Cricket Competitions (29 June 2009)
Clean sweep for Caffinites
OD Visit by Reverend Linton (29 June 2009)
"Nearly nonogenarian" revisits his former House
June Free Prize Draw Winner Announced (29 June 2009)
Dinner for four at Ramside Hall won by Bow parent
Tribute to this year's school leavers (28 June 2009)
Chadeyron Individual Music Competition (28 June 2009)
Elementary and Intermediate Winners Announced
News From The Common Room (28 June 2009)
Mr Hallam leaves for pastures new
Nearly 300 pupils from local schools taste life at Durham School (28 June 2009)
“Get on Board” with Durham School (25 June 2009)
Durham School’s Road Show at Catterick Garrison Open Day
Charity Giving In Chapel (25 June 2009)
£4,100 raised this academic year
Boxing Club opens (24 June 2009)
New activity available to all pupils
House Water Polo Competitions (24 June 2009)
Poole House seal convincing win in boys' Years 9 & 10 competition
Upper Sixth Former Bound For New Zealand (24 June 2009)
A Year's Farming In Store For Brad
Removes Go Gold! (23 June 2009)
Further academic success for our 11-13 year old pupils
First Eight Pre-qualify for Henley Regatta (23 June 2009)
All the latest news from the Boat Club
Inter-House General Knowledge Competition 2009 (23 June 2009)
Ninth victory for Caffinites
Bow win the inaugural Durham School Under 11 Cricket Competition (23 June 2009)
School to welcome Peruvian football team (23 June 2009)
Return visit of Father Joe Plumb
Tom Wilkinson To Represent Durham County Schools (23 June 2009)
Athletes perform well at Durham Inter-County Championships
U13 Boys do well at Red House Athletics Championships (23 June 2009)
School shot putt record broken (23 June 2009)
Billy Hart achieves 7.44m with a 4kg shot
Professional footbal contract for young OD (22 June 2009)
Fergus Bell signs for Hibernian FC
New School Records set at House Sports Day (22 June 2009)
Caffinites and MacLeod triumph
Bungites Re-introduce House Caps After Long Absence (22 June 2009)
Removes first to try out new (old) headgear
U13 6 a-side cricket competition (21 June 2009)
Yarm take the honours
First Aid Qualifications Gained (18 June 2009)
Teachers change hats to lead course
Year 7 pupils spend day studying at Warkworth (17 June 2009)
New qualification for Finance Officer (16 June 2009)
Record-breakers (11 June 2009)
Pupils in Years 7 & 8 demonstrate their commitment to study
“Write up your street” (10 June 2009)
Calling budding writers of ALL ages
Generous donations received from OD Lodge (10 June 2009)
IRB Rugby Sevens Final at Twickenham (02 June 2009)
Former pupil Micky Young scores winning try for England
Special offer from Schoolblazer.com (01 June 2009)
Free delivery on all orders before 17th July
England Try for "Young" OD (01 June 2009)
Micky Young scores winning try at Twickenham
Former pupil beats competition to land film part (28 May 2009)
Alex Scott to appear in "Mad About The Boy"
Success for our rowers at Ghent Spring Regatta (28 May 2009)
Read all the latest news from our highly successful Boat Club
Sage CDs ready for collection (28 May 2009)
Zodiac Summer Ball (28 May 2009)
Tickets still available
New record set at House Swimming Galas (27 May 2009)
Rachael Parker sets new school record
Garrison FM Broadcast Live from Durham School (27 May 2009)
Summer Sports Courses (23 May 2009)
Book now to be sure of reserving your place
Inter-House Athletics Championships (23 May 2009)
Join us for an exciting day of sport and cheer on your child
Busy time in the Luce Theatre (20 May 2009)
GCSE, AS and A2 Drama Performances
Girls’ Hockey Fun Day raises £3000 for Australia tour (20 May 2009)
Athletes selected to represent Durham Central Schools (19 May 2009)
Excellent result at Monkton Stadium, Jarrow
University Vice Chancellor Guest of Honour at Speech Day 2009 (19 May 2009)
Also new programme for 2009
Music for a Summer’s Evening (19 May 2009)
Outstanding concert attended by some 300 people
The 1st XI draw with MCC on Playground (19 May 2009)
Visitors denied for revenge for defeat last year
Girls Sports’ Dinner (19 May 2009)
Top award shared bewteen Sam Harrison and Kate Finch
Cricket Tour to Perth Easter 2009 (19 May 2009)
15 lucky Dunelmians enjoy exprience they'll never forget
Broom House Farm Visit (19 May 2009)
Year 8 pupils enjoy hands-on support of their geography studies
School Service in Durham Cathedral (16 May 2009)
Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme - 2 more gold awards (15 May 2009)
Three pupils successfully complete Bronze Award
School House Valete (15 May 2009)
Dinner held to celebrate Upper Sixth Leavers
Boarding returns to School House (15 May 2009)
18 boarders in September after 7 years' absence
John Curry celebrates 60th Birthday (15 May 2009)
Exciting opportunity for three of our musicians (12 May 2009)
Chance to play with National Youth Orchestra
Hat-trick of awards for Musician (08 May 2009)
Royal honour for Durham School pupil (08 May 2009)
Medal successes for our athletes at Gateshead (08 May 2009)
More medals for Durham School Athletics Club
April/May E-Newsletter Prize Draw Winner Announced (08 May 2009)
Successful Open Morning in May (06 May 2009)
Nearly 60 families welcomed to the school
Durham School Athletics Club Aim High (05 May 2009)
The U15 boys’ team leaps into 1st place!
Annual Music Scholars’ Concert (02 May 2009)
RAF Easter Camp 2009 (01 May 2009)
Crianlarich Easter Camp 2009 (01 May 2009)
Nine pupils confirmed by Bishop of Durham (01 May 2009)
Confirmation service at St Cuthbert's, Durham
Karen Davies (1986 - 2009) (01 May 2009)
Young OD loses brave battle against cancer
New Sage Music CD Order Form now available (22 April 2009)
Please click on document at foot of home page
U12 Sevens Team are County Champions (21 April 2009)
Otherwise mixed success for our Rugby Sevens sides
Classical Tour of Italy a huge success (21 April 2009)
Changes to Sage CD Costs (16 April 2009)
Details below
Durham School Prep Schools Sevens Competition (20 March 2009)
Wins for Mount St Mary's and Cundall Manor
Tough Winter Skills Training Camp for Lewis Fraser (19 March 2009)
Cadet braves freezing temperatures to gain important skills
U16s win Durham School Inaugural Weston Sevens (19 March 2009)
Home side undefeated in powerful display
Swimming Results (16 March 2009)
Bath and Otter Cup Relay Competitions in London
Hot and Spicy Friends' Curry and Quiz Night! (16 March 2009)
Further Duke of Edinburgh Successes (16 March 2009)
Silver and Bronze Awards to Philip and Fraser
March E-Newsletter Free Prize Draw Winner (16 March 2009)
Congratulations to Mrs Field (Year 8 parent)
Sharon Taylor celebrates her 21st (21 again!) (13 March 2009)
Landmark for long-serving member of catering staff
Yarm winners of U18 Invitational Hockey event (13 March 2009)
Victory on penalties after closely fought final
Two pupils picked for Independent Schools' Barbarians sides (10 March 2009)
Ruari Bell and Ben Langthorne to face Wales on 28 March
Successful week for Rugby Sevens Teams (09 March 2009)
1st and U13 sides celebrate good results
Girls are Under 14 County Hockey Champions (09 March 2009)
Successful afternoon at Maiden Castle
Pimlico House win House Music Competition at The Sage Gateshead (07 March 2009)
Durham School the real winner on another great night at The Sage
Third Grade VIII distinction for 15-year-old musician! (25 February 2009)
3 further Grade VIII distinctions just announced
Durham School Great North Run Team 2009 (10 February 2009)
Staff, pupils and parents to run in aid of Cystic Fibrosis
Cricketing Honour for Sixth Former (06 February 2009)
Michael Turns appointed captain for Durham CCC Tour to Sri Lanka
Sixth Former achieves two musical feats of distinction (06 February 2009)
Space for a "GAP" student (29 January 2009)
Cricket Celebrity at Cricket Tour Dinner (28 January 2009)
England Chairman of Selectors Guest of Honour
Success for our rugby players (26 January 2009)
Several pupils gain representative honours
Honour in defeat in last 16 of National Competition (26 January 2009)
Disappointment for our U16 girls’ hockey team
Water Colour Exhibition at Botanic Garden in Durham (22 January 2009)
open until 23 January
Above average Oxbridge Success for our senior pupils (22 January 2009)
4 places offered
Durham Schoolboys secure all locks! (22 January 2009)
Rugby selection honours for 3 of our pupils
Boat Club Ceilidh on Saturday 7 February (20 January 2009)
Book your tickets now!
Musically talented and currently in Years 6, 8 or 11? (13 January 2009)
Apply now for one of our valuable music awards!
Young OD honoured in New Year's Awards List (12 January 2009)
OBE for Andrew Thomson
Rugby Honour for Tom Kill (01 January 2009)
Youngster selected for England U16
Winner of December E-newsletter Prize Draw Announced! (11 December 2008)
Congratulations to Mr. Mark Atkinson, who wins Sunday lunch for 10 at the Ramside Hall Hotel & Golf Club.
Drugs Awareness Workshop (01 December 2008)
Year 9 pupils hear "first hand" of the dangers
Academic Excellence Awards (26 November 2008)
Pupils rewarded for exceptional effort and performance
5 a-side football at Wembley Stadium (26 November 2008)
Unforgettable day for young OD squad
New rugby kit for Hawks XV... (25 November 2008)
..thanks to the generous sponsorship of The Spire Hospital
Yet more hockey success for our girls! (25 November 2008)
Under 18s become County Champions
Sage Debut for Adam Welsh, OD (25 November 2008)
Young star appears in World Premiere of Skellig
Banning the blues! (21 November 2008)
Durham School supports Anti-bullying Week with Blue Wall of pledges
"A Song for Grace" (21 November 2008)
Durham School supports Grace House appeal at Durham Cathedral service
Pupils perform a farce in the dark! (21 November 2008)
"Black Comedy" by Peter Shaffer in the Luce Theatre
U16 Hockey Girls March On! (19 November 2008)
Through to the last 16 of National Cup Competition
Sixth Form Musician gains Oxbridge distinction (19 November 2008)
David Quinn awarded Organ Scholarship at Oxford
Further girls' hockey success (18 November 2008)
U16s through to Northern semi-finals of National Cup
Maths teacher qualifies for Olympic Assessment (17 November 2008)
Fiona Burnie reaches Phase 2 of Girls4Gold
Death of Former Chairman of Governors (17 November 2008)
Dr John Marshall dies at the age of 77
Service of Remembrance 2008 (13 November 2008)
Former pupils honoured at memorable service
Service for Grace House in Durham Cathedral (13 November 2008)
Year 10 pupil Alice Leaver's "Song of Hope" and Idol 2008 success
Girls' Hockey Success (11 November 2008)
Victory against "Barny" takes us to the semi-finals
U16 Hockey Champions! (11 November 2008)
Clean sweep for our girls in the county championships
Young ODs to play at Wembley Stadium (06 November 2008)
Lucky draw sees 5-a-side team through to finals of national competition
ODs Graduate Together (02 November 2008)
Two names to look out for in the future...
Winner of October Free Prize Draw announced! (01 November 2008)
Congratulations to Mr Marley who wins Sunday lunch for four in the Magpie Suite Restaurant at St.James's Park.
Durham School Boat Club row in Boston USA (20 October 2008)
The School’s 1st Eight finish in 29th place in The Head of the Charles Regatta in Boston, the world’s largest two-day rowing event.
England selection for Lyndsay in U15 Rounders Squad (20 October 2008)
Year 10 pupil, Lyndsay Connor has been selected for the England U15 Rounders Squad for the 2008/9 season.
North of England U16 Hockey squad selection for Sophia (20 October 2008)
Year 11 pupil Sophia Ward has been selected for the U16 North of England Hockey squad
Brandon sprints into 2nd place in Mini North Run 2008 (20 October 2008)
Form 4 pupil, Brandon Joss, takes 2nd place out of 800 runners!
Chapel service Stands Against Poverty (20 October 2008)
Pupils at Durham School dedicated their Friday chapel service to Stand Against Poverty as part of a global awareness campaign to highlight the big issue of world poverty.
Pupil rides 'Castle to Coast' for charity (20 October 2008)
Sixth Former, Liam Groves, completed the 200 mile cycle ride to raise money for Leukaemia Research
Additional Girls' Sports Results (10 October 2008)
Area Netball Success for our Ist VII
Big Band in Big Demand (06 October 2008)
Durham School’s Big Band is in great demand this term, having been asked to perform at a variety of big events this Autumn.
Singing for a Choral Scholarship to Cambridge (06 October 2008)
Music Scholar, Robert Sims, auditions for a choral scholarship at Cambridge University.
Excellence Grade Awarded to Cadet James Pinner (06 October 2008)
Sixth Former, James Pinner, was one of only 15 cadets across the country to be awarded an Excellence Grade on the recent Cadet Leadership Course.
Chapel Service held for Grace House (22 September 2008)
A special service was held at Durham School’s chapel, in support of Grace House Children’s Hospice.
Winner of September Free Prize Draw announced (19 September 2008)
Congratulations to Mrs Innes who wins a GHD Hair Spa Treatment courtesy of Serenity in the City, Jesmond.
Top Musical Distinctions for Music Scholar (08 September 2008)
14 year old, Graham Thorpe, has been awarded Grade 8 Distinctions in his Associated Board examinations for both trombone and piano.
Best ever GCSE grades (03 September 2008)
94.8% of pupils gained 5 or more A* to C grades at GCSE
Lucky Eight for Rowing Cox Jack (21 August 2008)
Durham School 1st Eight rowing cox, Jack Deverson, celebrates his GCSE results with 8 A*’s (as well as 1 A and 1 B grade)
Straight A’s for ‘Heads of School’ (14 August 2008)
Sixth formers, Alex Duell and David Quinn celebrate straight A’s in this week's A level and AS exam results.
Gold for our Rowers (29 July 2008)
Great finish to an excellent season
Success for our athletes at the Riverside (27 June 2008)
New 400m Championship record set by Tom Wilkinson!
Chapel Steps become Everest! (21 June 2008)
£133 raised for Cystic Fibrosis
Victory for the home side in the Prep Schools' 6-a-side competition (20 June 2008)
Second successive victory for Durham School Six
Success for our young athletes at Barnard Castle (20 June 2008)
Year 8 pupils shine in triangular fixture
Pupil awarded organ scholarship (20 June 2008)
David Quinn earns place at prestigious Bath Summer School
15-year-old strums his way to success at Spennymoor (20 June 2008)
Oli Bell beats two older pupils to win guitar award
More Musical Success for Phillip Tait (19 June 2008)
15-year-old scoops major prizes at Wansbeck Festival
Success for our athletes at Jarrow (17 June 2008)
Two pupils qualify to represent Durham at Inter-County Championships
Buongiorno and Hola!! (30 May 2008)
Year 5 pupils at Shincliffe Primary enjoy first taste of Italian and Spanish
Farewell to Joan Cook - cleaner extraordinaire! (30 May 2008)
Well-deserved retirement after 23 years of dedicated service
National Schools Rowing Championships at Nottingham (27 May 2008)
Success for our rowers before event halted by bad weather
Athletes selected for Inter-County Championships (22 May 2008)
A total of 16 pupils selected to represent Durham Central!
A celebration of girls' sports at Durham School (12 May 2008)
Girls' Sports Dinner 2008 presentation winners announced
Pupils enjoy success at HMC Athletics Championships (09 May 2008)
Athletes march back from Jarrow with 11 medals!
Success for Young Pianist in Regional Contest (23 April 2008)
Mark Races to the national stage of EPTA UK music competition!
Success for Boat Club at Ghent Spring International Event (16 April 2008)
Rowers return with 4 gold and 4 silver medals
U12 County Rugby Sevens Champions! (13 March 2008)
Thrilling afternoon of rugby sees the Durham School U12 rugby squad win the county cup
U14 Girls Hockey County Champions! (06 March 2008)
Combined U13 & U14 team win the County Tournament
Boys' U18 Hockey Sevens Tournament (05 March 2008)
Ampleforth prevail over Sedbergh in close final
Pupils to represent Northern Region in rowing regatta (14 February 2008)
5 Boys and 5 girls have been selected for the Junior Inter Regional Regatta on 19 April.
Record smashed in Dunelm Run! (14 February 2008)
Exciting afternoon of inter-house cross-country
Removes Cross-country Runs (13 February 2008)
Wins for Louise Elliott and Kieran Atkinson
Netball Success in Area Tournament (12 February 2008)
1st and 2nd teams gain top three places
Under 13 Girls Hockey team progress in national competition (12 February 2008)
Victory over Morpeth Hockey Club on Sunday 10 February
Happy Year of the Rat! (11 February 2008)
School celebrates Chinese New Year
Pupil selected for Great Britain Dressage Team! (11 February 2008)
Congratulations to Samantha Harrison who will ride for the U18 Dressage Team in Holland next month.
Murder Mystery Evening sold out! (06 February 2008)
Sorry but all tickets have now been sold for this popular event organised by the Friends of Durham School
Rowing success at the Durham Small Boats Head (04 February 2008)
Pupils celebrate wins in the Novice Sculls, Novice Quads, Novice Double and Senior 2 pairs!
U18 Water Polo Team at Bradford (29 January 2008)
2nd place in the English Schools' Tournament (Northern Region)
Durham School Comedy Club are having a laugh! (28 January 2008)
Young drama enthusiasts perform to raise money for World Challenge adventure
Pupils welcome Lesotho mission to Chapel (28 January 2008)
Lively and entertaining addition to the normal Friday service
Hands Off for Ladies! (28 January 2008)
Your chance to join Rosanne Tombs' highly popular course
Jazz Night on Wednesday 13 February (23 January 2008)
Come and join us for a lively and entertaining evening!
Cross-Country Success for Senior Pupils (22 January 2008)
Three Sixth-formers set to represent Durham County
Young Rowing Coach of the Year 2007 (10 January 2008)
Pupils successfully nominate their rowing coach for National awards
Academic honour for Sixth form student (10 January 2008)
Billy Song wins scholarship to Newcastle University
Help Expand a Branch of Young Enterprise (06 December 2007)
Durham School House Music DVDs on sale now
Durham School supports anti-bullying week (20 November 2007)
NSPCC invited to help us maintain our excellent record
Big Band Bonanza at Durham School (16 November 2007)
Five Prep and Primary Schools in the region join in the Big Band Bonanza experience.
Maths Teacher Qualifies for World Triathlon Championships (16 November 2007)
Fiona Burnie's stats add up to what promises to be a successful tri in Vancouver next year!
25 pence bid wins NUFC day for Ryan (16 November 2007)
Year 7 pupil meets the stars at St. James's Park
Halloween Party gets to the core of healthy eating (16 November 2007)
Apple bobbing and toffee apples 'appeel' to all the girls and boys!
Pupils see opportunity for The Durham Eye (11 October 2007)
Rave reviews for pupil-run newspaper 'The Durham Eye'
Success for Girls 1st Hockey XI (08 October 2007)
County Cup winners 2007
Surprise in Norway for Year 10 pianist (08 October 2007)
Harriet Brooks follows in the footsteps of Edvard Grieg
Sixth Form pupil sets the pace in the Great North Run (08 October 2007)
Poole House pupil, Khalil Thompson, sprints into 98th place!
Pimlico House win the House Singing Competition (06 October 2007)
Narrow victory for girls in nail-biting contest
Hockey Success for Durham Girls (01 October 2007)
10 girls contribute to regional success
Teachers in the stocks for charity week (26 September 2007)
Pupils paid to throw sponges at teachers in the stocks on Master’s Green!
Rowers perform well at Boston Marathon (17 September 2007)
1st VIII secure 7th place in 31-mile race
U14 Cricket Team wins County Cup (17 September 2007)
Superb fielding and tight bowling the key to success
Hockey Coaching Honour for Housemaster (14 September 2007)
Mike Gibson appointed Cambridge University Men's Hockey Coach
Old Dunelmians feature in Newcastle Falcons Sevens Success (28 August 2007)
3 ODs play in prestigious Middlesex Sevens Tournament
Oxbridge Success for A-level Student (28 August 2007)
Happy ending for girl determined to study English at Cambridge
GCSE Results (24 August 2007)
Jessica Hannah tops the list
First ever 100% pass rate at A level (20 August 2007)
Durham School Sixth Formers celebrate
Barbados Hockey Tour a Hot Success! (10 August 2007)
Outstanding efforts by our Girls U14 Hockey Team in steamy 84 degrees.
Pupil wins a place with the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain (27 June 2007)
Congratulations to Phillip Tait who has won a place with the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain.
Victory for U13 squad in Cricket Competition (22 June 2007)
Durham School lift trophy in Prep Schools' Six-a-side event
Chadeyron Individual Music Competition (20 June 2007)
Phillip Tait declared winner after concert reaches new heights
Charity Music Spectacular at The Sage Gateshead (20 June 2007)
£2000 raised for St Cuthbert's Hospice
Art Exhibition (19 June 2007)
Featuring GCSE and A level Art work
Pupil takes centre stage at National Youth Theatre auditions (12 June 2007)
Sixth Form girl set to pursue exciting acting career
‘Pupils in Pants’ raises more than eyebrows! (12 June 2007)
Lunchtime event raises nearly £2,000 for charity
Hands Off for Mums! (12 June 2007)
Self-defence taster course gets underway
Rowing success in Belgium brings home silverware (08 May 2007)
A week’s Easter training camp in Belgium resulted in pupils bringing home some silverware in the International Belgian Championships.
Athletic pupils jump for joy! (02 May 2007)
There were many notable performances and medals for our girls and boys at the North HMC Track & Field Athletics Championships.
Big Band set to conquer Nevis (23 April 2007)
Free concert at the Nevis Centre, Fort William takes place on Saturday 28 April.
Former pupil drops in for a flying visit! (23 April 2007)
Sea King Helicopter lands in school grounds
Charity Music Spectacular at The Sage Gateshead (23 April 2007)
Order your souvenir CDs (audio and photos) now!
New Karate Club for Years 7 and 8 (18 April 2007)
Starting 18 April
"Hands Off" Self-defence Course (18 April 2007)
15 girls complete 10-week course
Business Magnates in the Making (18 April 2007)
Year 8 pupils in Poole House progressing well in local competition
Further Recognition for Young Musician (18 April 2007)
Harriet Brooks wins at the Tynedale Music Festival
County Rugby Honours (18 April 2007)
15 rugby players selcted t play for their county
U16 Sevens County Champions (18 April 2007)
Congratulations to the Under 16 evens Squad
Water Polo (18 April 2007)
Regional Vistory for the U16 team
Charity Music Spectacular at The Sage Gatesehead (13 March 2007)
Why not order your copy of the CD now!
Rugby and Hockey Tournaments 14 March 2007 (13 March 2007)
Welcome to all our visitors
Chinese New Year (12 March 2007)
Pupils and staff enjoy celebration dinner
Another Musical Success for the School (10 March 2007)
Trumpets blow best band section
Under 18 Boys' Hockey Tournament (09 March 2007)
Feast of hockey enjoyed in early spring sunshine
Recent News from The Boat Club (08 March 2007)
7 pupils selected to represent the North of England
Charity Music Spectacular at The Sage Gateshead (07 March 2007)
Narrow victory for Caffinites on a memorable night for the whole school
New state-of-the-art language laboratory (23 February 2007)
After a gap of twenty years the School can once again enjoy the huge benefits a language laboratory can bring - especially to Sixth Formers
Waiting List for tickets for Charity Music Spectacular (17 February 2007)
Sponsored by Waitrose Durham, Printbylaser, Sherwoods of Darlington, Seaham Hall, Archibalds and Bramwells Jewellers
Future England Rugby Star in the making (30 January 2007)
Sixth Former, Robert Bell, selected for the England Rugby U18s squad.
Alex serves an ace and nets a trophy (28 January 2007)
Year 8 pupil, Alex Swart, has become an U12 Tennis Champion
Sporting success for Sixth Form girl (22 January 2007)
E-J Saxby qualifies for Schools' Biathlon finals
Good Water Polo Result (22 January 2007)
Team comes from behind to gain satisfying draw
Musical Successes (18 January 2007)
Three pupils gain distinction in recent Board examinations
Girls’ Hockey (29 December 2006)
Review of the past term's fixtures
Rugby Round-up (29 December 2006)
Review of the Christmas Term 2006
Cathedral Carol Service rounds off the term in style (29 December 2006)
Another busy term for our Musicians
Working together with Waitrose Durham (29 December 2006)
Local store plants trees and helps pupils to eat for a healthy future
Charity Music Spectacular in March 2007 at The Sage Gateshead (22 December 2006)
Buy your tickets now for one of the most popular events in the school year at the fabulous venue of The Sage Gateshead in aid of our local hospice
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House Rugby Sevens Competition
Sunday, 14 March 2010
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