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Stay up to date with all the latest from Barnard Castle School. From pupil achievements and school productions to enrichment trips and sporting success, we celebrate the unique moments that shape an extraordinary life at Barney.

- Achievements
- Sixth Form
27^th November 2025
Barney mathematicians secure top 10 finish in UKMT Senior Team Maths Challenge
Our A Level mathematicians excelled in Durham, combining high-level university lectures with a competitive regional tournament
- School Updates
24^th November 2025
International agents visit Barney for a North East familiarisation trip
A vibrant showcase of Barney’s spirit leaves a lasting impression on guests from overseas.
- Charity & Community
- School Updates
17^th November 2025
Lest we forget: Barney community comes together to remember
Barney community unites in solemn remembrance to honour the fallen.
- Achievements
- Barnardians
- Charity & Community
24^th October 2025
OB Alex Tait conquers Meet Your Mountain challenge
The Old Barnardian raised an incredible sum by climbing 4,000 metres
- School Updates
6^th October 2025
Headmaster’s Assembly during Mental Health Awareness Week
Together we can: The Headmaster’s Address for Mental Health Awareness Week.
- Barnardians
- Charity & Community
- In the Media
1^st September 2025
OB Janey Lowes in conversation with Ben Fogle
The Old Barnardian and Sri Lanka-based vet featured on Ben Fogle's Channel 5 series
- Trips & Excursions
27^th April 2025
Barnard Castle pupils enjoy superb week on the slopes in La Thuile
An Italian adventure packed with skiing, friendship-building, and cultural enrichment
- Sixth Form
- Trips & Excursions
18^th February 2025
Sixth Form physicists explore CERN and global science in Geneva
Barney's Sixth Form physicists expand their horizons through a CERN-centred educational trip to Geneva
- School Updates
5^th September 2024
A warm welcome from our new Headmaster
Barnard Castle School’s new Headmaster, David Cresswell, today gave his first address to students and staff in our wonderful Chapel. Mr Cresswell spoke movingly about the power of the School
- Results
22^nd August 2024
Barnard Castle School – GCSE Results Day 2024
The Headmaster Designate of Barnard Castle School, David Cresswell, today praised the hard work of students who rose to the challenge presented by their GCSE examinations. Mr Cresswell said: “It
- Results
15^th August 2024
Barnard Castle School – A Level & BTEC Results Day 2024
Barney students are bound for destinations across the British Isles and around the world after a successful year of A Level and BTEC results. A wide variety of university courses,
- Achievements
- Charity & Community
- Prep School
2^nd July 2024
Prep School celebrates wellbeing and sustainability awards
Prep School pupils and staff celebrated national recognition for wellbeing and environmental responsibility
- Senior School
- Trips & Excursions
17^th June 2024
Year 8 pupils build language confidence on Nice & Antibes trip
Year 8 pupils developed linguistic confidence, independence, and cultural awareness during a long weekend French immersion trip to Nice and Antibes

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Barney is a down-to-earth, inclusive community where laughter matters and friendship runs deep. From our vibrant boarding houses to the daily rhythm of school life, this is a place where everyone belongs and everyone contributes. The bonds formed here last a lifetime, and the culture of support and belonging stays with our students long after they leave.

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