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- Events
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- Sixth Form
17th July 2026Summer Ball 2026
Our 2026 Year 13 leavers, parents, and staff gathered at Ramside Hall for the annual Summer Ball to celebrate the end of an unforgettable era.
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- Academic Enrichment
- Sixth Form
16th July 2026Brain Day at Barney
Lower Sixth Biologists and Psychologists recently welcomed back the brilliant Dr Guy Sutton for our annual Brain Day, exploring everything from hands-on dissections to the future of computer-brain interfaces.
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- Awards
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- School Updates
13th July 2026Our 2026 Valedictory Services
Our annual Valedictory Services marked a sentimental farewell to our Year 6 and Year 13 leavers.
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- Achievements
- Arts
- Sixth Form
30th June 2026A-Level artists showcase outstanding work at The Witham
An inspiring exhibition celebrated the creativity and dedication of our Year remarkable 13 artists
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- Academic Enrichment
- Perspectives
- Sixth Form
24th June 2026A morning with local MP Sam Rushworth
Students got the chance to ask questions about the fast-paced daily life of an MP
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- Achievements
- 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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- Events
- School Updates
- Sixth Form
6th May 2026Longfield Dinner celebrates community, friendship, and farewell
The annual Longfield Dinner served as a beautiful send-off and a chance to reflect
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- Achievements
- 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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- Sixth Form
- Trips & Excursions
18th February 2025Sixth 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
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- Results
- School Updates
- Sixth Form
15th August 2019Barnard Castle School A Level Results 2019
We are delighted to announce excellent A Level results, with significant increases in the number of top grades achieved by our students, building on last year’s success. Barney celebrated excellent
Our School
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Welcome
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Our History
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Old Barnardians
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Leadership & Governance
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Venue Hire
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Vacancies
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Provision of Information for Parents
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Charitable Giving
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International Schools
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Holiday Programmes
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Admissions
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Prep School
A guide to day-to-day life in our Prep School, including curriculum, routines and enrichment.
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Senior School
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Sixth Form
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Boarding
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Forces Families
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Open Events
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Transport & Bus Routes
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Scholarships & Awards
Explore the range of Scholarships and awards that recognise and nurture talent across the school.
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Fees & Bursaries
Find detailed information on school fees, payment plans and means-tested financial support.
Academic Ambition
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Prep School Curriculum
A holistic curriculum that fosters creativity, effective communication, and a deep appreciation for diverse communities worldwide.
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Senior School Curriculum
From Year 7 to GCSE, we prepare students for success through diverse opportunities.
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Sixth Form Curriculum
Our Sixth Form curriculum provides a unique blend of choice and academic rigor, with personalised pathways and enrichment opportunities.
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Apollo
Our bespoke digital platform designed to enhance student ownership of their development through effective goal-setting and progress tracking.
