Non-Uniform / Christmas Jumper day in support of Save the Children
Dear Parents / Carers, Thursday 8th December 2022 – Non-Uniform / Christmas Jumper day in support of Save the Children The school will be supporting Save the Children this December by holding a non-uniform day, with the option to wear a Christmas Jumper, to raise money for such a worthwhile and long-established charity. Students will […]
Behind the scenes at DHS … meet the Laboratory Technicians
The science tech team at DHS includes Maggie Williams, Sam Baker, Alex Searle and Catherine Bourner. Maggie is the Senior Technician in the team, having joined DHS originally as a Teaching Assistant and then moving to the science department in 2011. There is a true team spirit and camaraderie between the staff who all work […]
Music opportunities at DHS
There are lots of opportunities for students to learn an instrument at DHS. It is a fantastic experience to learn a new skill and be creative in a fun and exciting way. Both SAM and West Sussex Music are passionate about providing education for children. More information can be found at West Sussex Music and Sussex […]
DHS Fortnightly update – 25th November 2022
We can’t believe next week we will be in December with all the excitement that it brings as part of the build up to Christmas. As normal there’s been a huge amount going on across the school and it’s been fabulous to see so many students engaging with the opportunities staff have organised for them. […]
Family support over the Christmas period
WSCC winter holiday activities and food for children #HAF2022 Children and young people aged 4 to 16 who are eligible for Benefits-related Free School Meals can take part in free clubs this winter holiday and enjoy a free nutritious meal as part of the scheme. Visit the WSCC website, on the link below, and enter […]
The Youth Mock Trial National competition
Congratulations to our fantastic year 10 and 11 students who competed in the Youth Mock Trial National competition this month. Students had to prepare and present three different legal cases in official law courts in front of a real judge. They competed against three other schools taking on the roles of barristers, jurors, witnesses and […]
An Inspector Calls at the Theatre Royal in Brighton
On Wednesday 16th November, the English department took 60 Year 11 students to see the award-winning Stephen Daldry production of An Inspector Calls at the Theatre Royal in Brighton. The students were intrigued by the iconic and unusual set design as well as being enthralled by one of their key GCSE Literature texts being brought to […]
Disney’s Frozen at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane
Year 7 and 8 students were lucky enough to attend the performance of Disney’s Frozen at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane. Students’ behaviour was excellent throughout the trip and the performance was exceptional, a magical display of incredible set design, lighting and costumes with inspiring performances. A truly unforgettable visit to London’s West End.
GCSE Certificate Collection 2022
Dear Year 11 Leaver GCSE Certificate Collection 2022 It gives me great pleasure to be able to invite you to Durrington High School on Thursday 24th November to collect your GCSE certificates and celebrate the successes of our ex students. The event will be held in the main hall and will run from 5:30pm – […]
Year 8 parents’ evening 8th December 4.00-7.30pm
Dear Parent/Carer Year 8 parents’ evening 8th December 4.00-7.30pm As you have already been made aware in a previous letter, all parent / carer evenings will go back to being face-to-face. We feel that there is so much more nuance in a face-to-face conversation and less room for misunderstanding, than in a quick web chat. […]
