Chorister School
Durham, Durham, North East · DH1 3EL
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.
215
Pupils
£19,677
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 215
- Location
- Durham, Durham, North East
- Website
- https://www.dcsf.org.uk/chorister-school-3-11/welcome/
Headteacher
Head Mrs Sally Harrod
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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.
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
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.
Ethos & heritage
- 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
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £15,537 - £19,677
Inspection reports
The last word
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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Chorister School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Chorister School located?
Chorister School is located at Durham, DH1 3EL.
What type of school is Chorister School?
Chorister School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North East.
How many pupils attend Chorister School?
Chorister School has approximately 215 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.