Durham School

What we think makes Durham School stand out from other independent schools.

• Founded in 1541, Durham School is one of the oldest independent schools in Britain with a rich tradition. It enjoys a uniquely lovely setting within sight and sound of Durham Cathedral - a World Heritage Site. It is a beautiful place in which to spend your school years.

• We offer a continuous education for boys and girls on two sites from age 3 to 18.

• From The Badger Nursery and Prep School to our Sixth Form, Durham School provides a first-class education for all our girls and boys.

• We offer weekly boarding at the Senior School. Boys and girls can stay at school during the week (saving time and money on travel) and spend the whole weekend at home family. We also offer "flexi" (occasional boarding).

• Most schools that offer weekly boarding, charge the full boarding fee. At this independent school, we have a special weekly boarding fee (substantially lower than the full boarding fee), making this alternative even more attractive.

• We offer an extended to all our day pupils with breakfast and supper included at no extra cost - ideal for today's busy families.

• Our extended day has built-in organised extra-curricular activities (not just homework clubs) so that our pupils are gainfully employed for longer.

• All our pupils at the Senior School  including the Prep School, belong to a House which is more than just a group of pupils who compete against each other in sport. Each House has it's own geographical location with it's own work and leisure facilities. This means that our pupils can go there during the day when they are free (rather than stay in classrooms or in the playground) and can remain at school under supervision until well into the evening.

• Each House has it's own resident House master or House mistress , backed up by a Junior and a team of tutors. This makes for first-class pastoral care and means that our staff are always available to pupils and their parents for consultation.

• At Durham School, our House are single-sex communities within a co-educational establishment. This means that our pupils have the best of both worlds.

• We have a first-class reputation for sport. Over 10% of our boys and girls represent either their county, their region or their country in one sport or another.

• Our pupils can (if they wish) take part in sports most days of the week. This keeps them fit and healthy and helps them to develop important life skills outside the classroom.

• The standard of our Music and Drama  at Durham School are exceptionally high. Come along and see for yourself the quality of our performances and what it means to our pupils.

• Arrange a visit today and discover all that Durham school has to offer, not just education but a way of life.

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A very warm welcome awaits you and your family at Durham School.

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