The Super-Curriculum @DHS
At Durrington we are proud of all the achievements and successes of students whether this is in performing arts, in sports or their academic endeavours. The Durrington Super-Curriculum programme aims to take our students beyond the boundaries of their normal curriculum, exposing them to knowledge beyond their normal lessons and encouraging them to aspire to […]
Year 7 trip to Hampton Court Palace
The History department took 120 year 7 students to Hampton Court Palace, on two separate trips, where they explored the significance of the Tudor period. The students got to explore the Tudor kitchens and get a glimpse of what life was like at that point in history. They also toured the impressive Great Hall and […]
Computing clubs
The computing department runs a variety of popular clubs throughout the week. Minecraft Minecraft club takes place on a Tuesday, and continues to be the most popular club in year 7. Mrs Carter has kept the students busy all year with various build challenges and in the next few weeks the year 7s will also […]
Computing curriculum spotlight
Year 7 Year 7 are currently working on programming their own 3-D gaming project called Kodu. They have been given a design brief, which they follow in their lessons, and are developing their game with multiple levels and increasing difficulty. “Kodu is really creative. I have made a bridge to connect two islands, and mountains […]
Durrington Newsletter 16 May 2025
Year 7 consultation evening 19th June 4.30-7.30pm
Dear Parent/Carer As you have already been made aware in a previous letter, our Year 7 Parent/Carer Consultation evening will run on Thursday 19th June. The meetings are an invaluable opportunity that are designed to allow you to talk to your child’s subject teachers and discuss their progress. You will be able to start booking […]
Curriculum spotlight … mathematics
Our year 7s have started the Summer term studying perimeters, ratios, percentages, coordinates, proportion, types of data and representing data. “I’m really enjoying maths at Durrington this year, the teachers are very nice, kind and helpful, and it is a good class environment. If you’re ever struggling, the teachers are very helpful if you run […]
Meet the Senior Student Leadership Team 2024 / 2025
Ashton Hi everyone, my name is Ashton and I am so excited to be part of the SSLT up until the end of my Durrington Journey. I believe that I am enthusiastic and confident that I can always bring something to the table. I love learning about the history and background of events, and I […]
Year 8 Residential PGL Netball Trip
On the 25th April, our year 8 netball teams enjoyed an exciting residential trip filled with fun, teamwork and competitive spirit. Over the course of the weekend, students took part in netball matches where they performed well and PGL activities including giant swing, axe throwing and abseiling designed to develop their skills on and off […]
Year 11 exam period
Dear Parent/Carers, Firstly, I’d like to take this opportunity to say how proud we all are of our current year 11 students. The cohort have matured and thrived through this year. This is testament to the support and guidance you have provided. With only a few days left to go before the main bulk of […]
