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- Achievements
28th May 2026Barney pupils excel in this term’s maths challenges
We are incredibly proud to celebrate the hard work and outstanding academic achievements of our Barney mathematicians.
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- Sixth Form
- Sport
13th May 2026Barney rugby duo selected for England U17 camp
Year 12 rugby players earn prestigious England U17 squad call-up at Hartpury College
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- Arts
- Prep School
8th May 2026Standing ovation for Barney pupils’ record-breaking LAMDA success
Barney pupils celebrate outstanding LAMDA results with record distinctions, merits, and medal achievements
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- Awards
- CCF
10th April 2026Cdt Sjt William T. appointed Lord Lieutenant’s Cadet for County Durham
The School community is beaming with pride following the announcement last month. This is one of the highest honours a cadet can achieve, serving as a testament to William’s exceptional leadership, unwavering commitment, and the Barney spirit he brings to everything he does.
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- School Updates
6th March 2026Celebrating excellence: We are a Silver CyberFirst School!
Barney is proud to introduce students to the digital world with world-class safety and cyber education in mind
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- Academic Enrichment
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24th February 2026Barney students achieve record success in UKMT Intermediate Maths Challenge
Our Year 9 – 11 mathematicians earned a spectacular haul of Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards in the latest UKMT competition
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- Sport
5th February 2026U14 netball team qualifies for National Finals after regional success
Outstanding performance at the Regional Finals secures a place at the National Finals in Sheffield
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- Arts
4th February 2026GCSE student wins prize in prestigious national art competition
A Barnard Castle School GCSE Art student has won national recognition for her remarkable technical skill and creativity
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- Results
21st January 2026Year 13 Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) results
Recognising the dedication and independent learning that shaped this year’s EPQ achievements.
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- Sixth Form
27th November 2025Barney 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
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- Charity & Community
- Prep School
2nd July 2024Prep School celebrates wellbeing and sustainability awards
Prep School pupils and staff celebrated national recognition for wellbeing and environmental responsibility
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- Achievements
- Awards
19th June 2024Durham University Schools’ Physicists of the Year 2024
Many congratulations to Charles A in the Lower Sixth who was honoured at last night’s Durham University Schools’ Physicists of the Year 2024 ceremony. Charles was nominated as Barney’s Physicist
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17th October 2023UKMT Maths Challenge Success
Well done to all students who participated in the recent UKMT Senior Maths Challenge. It is a particularly difficult competition as, not only are the questions more complex, but negative
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Prep School Admissions
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