Start of school Autumn term 2024
2nd & 3rd September are Inset days Wednesday 4th September phased start day for all students Year group (as of September 2024) Timing of the day New year 7 cohort Arrival by 8.40am. Students will be met at the front of school and guided to meet their new form class/teacher. Finish: students will be dismissed […]
Year 6 transition day Wednesday 5th July
The year 6 transition day will continue as planned on Wednesday 5th July. We look forward to meeting our new cohort who will start with us in September.
The 2026 ABA Awards Night
Durrington High School are delighted to announce that we will be hosting the Amazing Book Awards on Friday 19th June 2026! Five incredible authors have been nominated for awards, and all of them will be joining us and giving talks to inspire our students and guests. The Book Nook will be here selling the books, […]
Year 8 Mathematics Challenge
Our Set 1 Year 8 students recently took part in the UK Junior Mathematics Challenge, and we are delighted to share that the results are now in — with our students achieving outstanding success. We are especially proud to celebrate two students, Breyun and Bailey , who both achieved Gold certificates and achieved joint best […]
Year 10 DofE Bronze Qualifying Expedition
Last weekend, our intrepid Year 10 Duke of Edinburgh Award participants successfully completed their Bronze Qualifying Expedition across the South Downs, including an overnight camping stay. To achieve their qualification, students were required to trek for a minimum six hours each day, with much of the route involving ‘challenging and adventurous journeying’ through unfamiliar terrain. […]
Year 7 visit Hampton Court Palace
A group of 60 exceptionally well-behaved Year 7 students enjoyed a memorable visit to Hampton Court Palace, where they took part in the fascinating Global Influences workshop. During the visit, students explored the magnificent Tudor kitchens, the Great Hall, and the stunning palace grounds, gaining a deeper understanding of life in the Tudor court of King […]
Durrington Newsletter 8 May 2026
Battle of the Bands – The Final
Battle of the Bands Final Delivers Unforgettable Night as Amplified Takes the Crown With finalists chosen from two competitive heats, this year’s Battle of the Bands delivered a line-up that simply couldn’t be missed. Returning to judge the event was an expert panel of industry professionals: Dom O’Brien (lead singer of Murdoch’s Crazy Eyes), Oz […]
Amex Stadium Careers Event
This week, 15 Year 7 and Year 8 girls visited the home of Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. at the Amex Stadium as part of a BHAFC Foundation Open Doors Career Event. The trip gave students a fantastic opportunity to explore the wide range of careers available within professional football and learn more about the skills […]
Art, Textiles & Photography GCSE Exhibition
Join us for the Durrington High School Art, Textiles & Photography GCSE Exhibition Tuesday 23 June 4:30pm – 6:00pm We’re excited to welcome family, friends, and members of our local community to celebrate the incredible creativity of our students. Come and explore a stunning showcase of artwork, textiles, and photography produced this year—there’s so much […]
DHS Alumni University Journeys
At Durrington we are always looking to push our students to “go beyond their best” and have the highest aspirations for what they can achieve. As part of this work, we are looking to create a culture where university study is a pathway that a high proportion of our students consider. To support this, we […]
Best of the Best 2026
Save the date! The Best of the Best 2026 – Durrington High School Art Exhibition is back! Colonnade House, Worthing 7th – 9th July We’re delighted to invite you to our exclusive private viewing: Tuesday 7th July 4:30pm – 6:30pm Be among the first to experience an inspiring showcase of our students’ finest artwork. Come […]