Our whole Foundation community came together this week to mark Remembrance, taking time to reflect, remember and honour those who gave their lives for our tomorrow.
On Wednesday, pupils and staff across both Durham School and Chorister School observed a moment of silence at 11am, paying their respects to those who served and continue to serve.
Our wonderful Estates Team helped create a fitting atmosphere across both campuses, decorating Durham School and Chorister School with poppies as a mark of remembrance.
Chorister School also showed its support by raising an incredible £410 for the Royal British Legion, making a wonderful contribution to this important cause.
A Special Remembrance at Chorister School
At Chorister School, pupils have been busy creating their own handmade poppies to decorate the school. From poppies made from the bottoms of painted bottles to beautiful crocheted creations, the children’s work created a meaningful, personal tribute throughout the school.
On Wednesday, Chorister School held a special Remembrance Service, bringing pupils and staff together to sing a hymn and offer prayers in memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
The Heads of School laid a poppy at the school’s playground memorial, joined by pupils who placed their own crosses as a mark of respect. Members of the school band also played their trumpets during the service, accompanying the school’s moment of silence.
Creating Together: Our Community Poppy Project
Chorister School was also proud to take part in a very special community collaboration with The Light, Durham, and local artist Betty Barnet Brown.
As part of the ‘Creating Together’ project, pupils gave their time, creativity and care to help sew hundreds of knitted poppies together, creating a beautiful Remembrance installation now on display at The Light.
The project began with inspiring assemblies led by Betty, followed by hands-on workshops where pupils learnt her sewing techniques. Working alongside Mrs Barber and Mrs Taylor, children carefully joined the poppies together, with every stitch helping to create this meaningful tribute.
The project provided a wonderful opportunity for pupils to experience the importance of community, volunteering and working together, while contributing to an installation that honours the courage and sacrifice of all those who have served and continue to serve.
We are incredibly proud of everyone who played a part and would like to thank Betty and The Light for welcoming Chorister School into such a special project.
Remembrance at Durham School
On Friday, Durham School came together for a special Remembrance Service in the Chapel. Pupils and staff gathered to reflect, remember and pay their respects to those who gave their lives for our tomorrow.
The service gave our school community another opportunity to honour those who served and continue to serve, ensuring their courage and sacrifice are never forgotten.
Across our Foundation, Remembrance provided a meaningful opportunity to come together, reflect, and pay our respects.
We will remember them.
