DCSF Events

30/09/2026

Autumn adventures at DCSF Kids Camps

Make friends, try something new and enjoy an active half term at our autumn Kids Camps, running on weekdays from Monday 26 October to Friday 6 November.

Wraparound care, snacks and a healthy, hot cooked lunch are all included, with costs from as little as £39 when paying through childcare vouchers or a childcare account.

Find out more and book your child’s place at kids.dcsf.org.uk.

25/09/2026

One Foundation. Many pathways. Every pupil known.
Explore a connected education from Chorister School through Durham School and Sixth Form, where different strengths are recognised, opportunities are shared and each pupil is encouraged to make a mark that is truly their own.
Open events: Durham School & Chorister School, Saturday 3 October 2026; Chorister School, Monday 5 to Friday 9 October; Sixth Form Information Evening, Tuesday 13 October.
Book your place: https://www.dcsf.org.uk/admissions/open-events/

07/07/2026

Our DCSF Summer Camps run from Monday 6 July to Friday 28 August, offering flexible holiday childcare for children aged 5-12, with sports camps available for ages 8-12.

Expect crafts, drama, music, science, forest skills, sport, daily swimming, hot lunches, snacks and wrap-around care from 8.30am to 5.30pm.

Courses start from £50 per day, or the equivalent of just £38.40 per day when using tax-free childcare.

Book now at: https://kids.dcsf.org.uk

02/07/2026

Thank you to our sponsors - Troo Business Energy and Vennels Café

🎟️ Limited tickets remaining for the Friends of DCSF Summer Ball!

All parents are warmly invited to join us this Saturday for a wonderful evening of celebration, including a three-course dinner, half a bottle of w**e per person, a live band and entertainment throughout the evening.

Tickets are £80 per person and must be booked directly via:

https://tickets.dcsf.org.uk

Please note that no tickets will be added to school bills this year.

We hope to see many parents there for what promises to be a very special evening.

28/06/2026

08/06/2026

Exciting Summer Sports Camp Announcement
Book your spaces now at kids.dcsf.org.uk

This summer, Durham School Sports Camp is raising the bar once again.

We are delighted to announce that both The Foundation of Light and Newcastle Rugby Foundation will be joining us to deliver expert coaching and unforgettable experiences for our summer camp children.

Open to all children aged 7–13, our camp takes place on the outstanding grounds of Durham School and offers far more than standard holiday childcare. Every day is carefully structured, professionally delivered and packed with purposeful activity designed to keep children active, engaged, social and smiling all summer long.

Our weekly programme combines specialist coaching with varied multi-sport activities. Every child will also enjoy daily swimming sessions delivered by SWIM.

This is not a “pile them in and keep them occupied” holiday club.

Our camps are built around high-quality coaching, energetic activities, healthy routines and genuine care for young people. Children spend their days learning new skills, building confidence, making friends and staying active in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment led by experienced staff who are passionate about youth sport and development.

Every booking includes:

• Expert coaching from leading regional sports organisations
• Daily swimming sessions
• Healthy hot lunches
• Wraparound care from 8.30am–5.30pm included as standard
• Safe, structured and engaging activities throughout the day

Prices start from £48 per day or £240 for the full week.

Families using childcare vouchers or Tax-Free Childcare can reduce the cost to just £38.50 per day — making our camp an outstanding value option for families looking for a premium summer experience for their children.

If you want your child to have an active, exciting and enriching summer with expert coaching and exceptional care, we’d love to welcome them to Durham School Sports Camp.

Book your spaces now at kids.dcsf.org.uk

05/06/2026

Join us for a weekend celebrating Co-Education and the friendships that came from it.

Forty years ago, in the Autumn of 1985, Durham School welcomed its first female pupils, with Choristers and Bow following 10 years later. This weekend is about celebrating women at the Foundation, throughout four decades of coeducation, through sporting events and music-making alongside current pupils, a formal dinner with dancing afterwards, and a Chapel service using the combined forces of the OD Chapel Choir and current Chapel Choir pupils.

All our alumni, and particularly our alumnae, are welcome, so please come along and bring your family, friends, and fellow ODs with you. All former Housemistresses, key Sports Mistresses, and other staff key to making CoEd a reality are being invited to attend, so there will be plenty of chances for you to catch up with much-loved members of staff.

This is a chance to get the girls (and boys) back together, and enjoy a lovely summer's day on the Wear, on the Playground shooting some goals or making some runs, singing back in Chapel, or just sitting back and enjoying it all with a glass of Pimms in hand. We'll also have a bouncy castle, face-painting and other family activities in the afternoon, and a demand-based Crèche in the evening, to help you get the whole family involved.

It's also a chance to get the Almighty Classes of '86, '96, 2006, and 2016 back together to relive old times.

The Dinner will be catered for by Ramside Hall, who did such a spectacular job for the 175 dinner. Excellent w**es provided through friendly OD W**e Merchant Luke Flunder will be provided to compliment the delicious fayre and mean that thanks to their generous discounts we will get a lot of quality for a keenly-priced ticket, and the chance to dance the night away afterwards or catch up more with friends at your table or the Orangery bar.

https://olddunelmians.org.uk/ODSummerWeekend26

04/06/2026

Join us for an unforgettable evening of glamour, celebration, and community at this year's Friends of DCSF Summer Ball

https://friends.dcsf.org.uk/SummerBall26

The dress code is black tie. Whether in cocktail dresses, tuxedos, or other formal wear guests are encouraged to "Strike a Pose"

Set in the stunning surroundings of the Radisson Blu Hotel Durham, this special event promises an elegant night filled with energy, entertainment, and style.

The Summer Ball warmly welcomes:
Parents of Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation pupils and their guests;
Old Dunelmians (ODs) and their guests; and
All Year 13 pupils and their parents.

Please note that, unfortunately, no other current Durham School pupils are permitted to attend.

Prepare for an evening to remember, featuring: A fantastic live band to keep you dancing all night Delicious food in a beautiful setting A range of entertainments and surprises throughout the evening A vibrant atmosphere with friends, old and new Whether you're dressing to impress or ready to hit the dance floor, this is your chance to truly strike a pose.

All proceeds from the evening will go directly towards supporting projects across Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation, helping to enrich the experience of pupils and the wider school community.

Dust off your dancing shoes, gather your friends, and join us for a spectacular summer celebration.

https://friends.dcsf.org.uk/SummerBall26

The event is a fundraising event for the Friends of DCSF a registered charity Number 1081299.

04/06/2026

Join us for a special Whole Foundation Concert featuring pupils from the Chorister School alongside our own Durham School musicians.

The concert will begin at 6:30pm and will showcase a diverse programme of performances by soloists and small ensembles. Audiences can look forward to an eclectic mix of music, ranging from classical favourites to rock classics, celebrating the breadth of talent across our school community. We look forward to welcoming you for an enjoyable evening of music-making and collaboration.

https://news.dcsf.org.uk/SummerMusic26

03/06/2026

We are delighted to invite families and friends to our Drama and Music Variety Show on 25 June, a celebration of the creativity, talent and hard work of pupils from across the school. Featuring performers from every year group except Year 11 and Year 13, who are currently on study leave, the evening will showcase a wide range of performances including drama, dance, music, musical theatre and magic.

The variety of acts reflects the breadth of talent within our school community and provides pupils with the opportunity to share their skills and passions with a live audience. The show brings together performers of all ages, creating a vibrant and entertaining programme that highlights both individual achievement and collaborative work. Audiences can look forward to an evening of creativity, energy and imagination, with something for everyone to enjoy.

We are incredibly proud of all the pupils involved and grateful to the staff who have supported them throughout the rehearsal process. We hope you will join us for what promises to be a memorable evening of entertainment and celebration.

https://news.dcsf.org.uk/VarietyShow26

This is a Fundraising Event for DCSF Registered Charity No. 1023407