Chorister School
School summary
With around 215 pupils, the Chorister School is a small independent school in Durham, where its Church of England character runs through daily life. Both day and boarding places are offered, and the intimate scale means individual children are unlikely to go unnoticed. Inspected by the ISI, the school is led by Mrs Sally Harrod and welcomes boys and girls alike.
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Teaching & academics
As a small school, the Chorister School can offer a close-knit learning environment in which teaching is tailored to a modest number of pupils. Academic scholarships are available for families seeking recognition of strong ability, alongside awards in art, design and technology, music and sport.
Head · Mrs Sally Harrod
Beyond the classroom
The breadth of scholarship awards points to a school that values more than examination results, with provision in music, sport, art and design and technology. Boarding adds a further dimension to school life, with evenings and weekends extending the timetable beyond the classroom.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Mobile phones must be switched off and handed in to the reception desk each morning and then collected at the end of the school day. Boarders have a separate telephone policy for evenings and weekends
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £15,537 - £19,677
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A small Church of England school with a boarding tradition, the Chorister School suits families who want individual attention and a rounded education in Durham.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.