Parvis imbutus tentabis grandia tutus:
“When you are steeped in little things, you shall attempt great things safely.”
Welcome to Barnard Castle School. Though formally known by that name, we hope you will soon call us what we call ourselves: Barney.
Barney is more than just a school. It is a place where young people are encouraged to grow in every direction, not just academically but personally, socially and emotionally. We are proud to help students become both well-rounded and well-grounded, ready for whatever path they choose to take next.
We believe that success does not come from avoiding mistakes, but from learning how to respond to them. This is a school that values effort, resilience and determination. We encourage our students to try, to fail, and to try again. That is how they grow.
We also believe that who you are matters just as much as what you know. Character is built in the quiet moments, through kindness, respect and a willingness to persevere. We want every pupil to discover their own strengths and to feel safe and supported to keep going when things are difficult.
And while we take what we do seriously, we do not take ourselves too seriously. Laughter is part of life at Barney, and we believe that having fun is essential to flourishing. It is possible to aim high while enjoying the journey, and our students do both.
Our motto says: Parvis imbutus tentabis grandia tutus. “When you are steeped in little things, you shall attempt great things safely.”
Everything we do at Barney is rooted in a simple equation: Community + Character = Ambition.
We hope you enjoy exploring the website. More importantly, we hope you will come and experience the real thing for yourself.
David Cresswell