Last updated 29 September 2026
School Guide verdict
Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation is a co-educational independent secondary in Durham City, where its high standards have earned it a top 5-star rating from School Guide. At its 2026 ISI inspection, the quality of academic and other achievements was judged good.
Top grades at GCSE (7-9) and top grades at A level (A*/A)
School Description
Secondary co-educational school for 11-18 years, with day pupils and boarders. Boarding may be full, weekly or flexible.
This school is independently managed and its admission criteria may be selective. There is no set catchment area as pupils are admitted from a wide variety of postcodes and, in the case of boarding schools, from outside the UK. Contact the school directly or visit their website for more information on Admissions Policy and Procedures.
At its 2026 ISI inspection, Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation was judged good for the quality of academic and other achievements, personal development, and overall success.
There are 661 pupils on roll across the foundation.
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