On Wednesday, musicians from Years 11 to Year 13 performed at Derby Cathedral as part of its lunchtime concert series.

The programme showcased the breadth of our students’ musical talents, ranging from operatic arias and Classical and Romantic sonatas and concertos to jazz-infused piano and guitar pieces and rock music.

Congratulations to all of our musicians on their outstanding performances.

Thank you to the team at Derby Cathedral for welcoming us, to our peripatetic music staff for their coaching and accompaniment, and to the family and friends who came along to support our musicians.

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Join us for our Senior and Sixth Form Open Morning on Saturday 3rd October, 10am to 12:30pm.

Take a tour of our Senior School and Sixth Form, speak to students and staff, and enjoy a light brunch in our Refectory.

We would be delighted to welcome you and show around our wonderful school.

To let us know you are coming, please contact our Admissions Team on 01332 514267 or email admissions@derbyhigh.derby.sch.uk

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Discover Derby High School. Join us for our Senior and Sixth Form Open Morning on Saturday 3rd October (10am to 12:30pm) and learn what life is like at Derby High.

Take a tour of our Senior School and Sixth Form, speak to students and staff, and enjoy a light brunch in our Refectory. We would be delighted to welcome you.

To let us know you are coming, please contact our Admissions Team on 01332 514267 or email admissions@derbyhigh.derby.sch.uk

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Last Friday marked the beginning of our exciting annual House competition, with House Netball the first event in this year’s calendar. Years 7–9 took to the court last week, followed by Years 10–13 today, with the Houses battling it out to see which will be crowned this year’s House Netball champions.

House events are an important part of school life at Derby High School, helping students build friendships, develop teamwork and foster a strong sense of belonging. They encourage healthy competition and collaboration between year groups, while giving students opportunities to develop confidence, leadership skills and resilience.

Most importantly, House events bring the school community together and create a strong sense of school spirit and pride.

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What a wonderful first day back! It was fantastic to see everyone returning to school today, and we extend a very warm welcome to all our new pupils and parents joining the Derby High community.

Yesterday we were delighted to welcome Year 7, Year 10 and Year 12 students for their induction morning and today we welcomed the rest of the school.

The school has been filled with a lovely buzz - happy chatter, smiling faces, and new friendships already beginning to form. We are excited for the term ahead and all the opportunities it will bring.

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Derby High School Celebrates Excellent GCSE Results

Two years of hard work, determination and ambition came together today as our students opened their GCSE results, and there was a great deal to celebrate.

63% of all grades were awarded at grades 7–9, with an outstanding 44% at grades 8 and 9, the equivalent of the former A*. Across the year group, one third of students achieved grades 7, 8 and 9 in every one of their GCSE subjects.

These results are a wonderful achievement, but so too is everything our students have accomplished alongside them.

Today is about celebrating not only what these young people have achieved, but everything they have become along the way.

To read the full news story please visit our website; derbyhigh.derby.sch.uk/news

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Derby High School Celebrates Best Ever A Level Results

There is a real sense of celebration at Derby High today as students receive an exceptional set of A Level results – the school’s best ever, with 80% of all grades awarded at A*–B, and an outstanding 27% at A*. This is a remarkable achievement for a talented and determined group of young people and a very special day for the whole Derby High community.

The headline figures are exceptional, but they tell only part of the story. Behind every result is a young person who has worked hard, responded to challenge, grown in confidence and pursued their own ambitions. It is that combination of individual achievement and collective success that makes today such a proud moment.

Congratulations to our students. Today is both a celebration of everything our students have achieved and the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

To read the full news story please visit our website: derbyhigh.derby.sch.uk

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What a fantastic evening at our Primary Summer Concert!

Last Thursday, more than 130 pupils from Years 1–6 took to the stage in the Senior Hall as part of our choir and ensemble programme, delivering an outstanding evening of music. From beautiful melodies to energetic performances, every group showcased incredible talent, dedication and enthusiasm.

Congratulations to all of our performers and a huge thank you to every pupil for sharing such passionate and memorable performances. We are so proud of you all!

All Primary parents received a High Post on Wednesday afternoon with a link to watch the recording.

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Our final week before the summer break was a busy one for our Duke of Edinburgh Award participants!

Our Year 12 students successfully completed their Gold Qualifying Expedition in the Yorkshire Three Peaks, showing incredible resilience, teamwork and determination throughout the week. They should all be extremely proud of their achievement!

Meanwhile, our Year 10 students completed their Bronze Expedition Training with Adventure Expeditions, developing key skills including first aid, navigation, campcraft and Trangia cooking before their Qualifying Expedition in September.

It has been fantastic to see so many students taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh Award and progressing through the different levels of the programme.

Well done to everyone involved!

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