The Independent Grammar School: Durham
Independent, affordable education.
Quality education within the private sector but at an affordable cost.
The Independent Grammar School: Durham
Independent, affordable education.
Quality education within the private sector but at an affordable cost.
Welcome to IGS: Durham
We offer high-quality private education at a more affordable cost, giving parents a realistic alternative to expensive independent schools. Combining traditional values and strong academic standards with a non-selective approach, we support every child to achieve their best through excellent teaching and a structured, knowledge-rich curriculum.
Welcome to IGS: Durham
We offer high-quality private education at a more affordable cost, giving parents a realistic alternative to expensive independent schools. Combining traditional values and strong academic standards with a non-selective approach, we support every child to achieve their best through excellent teaching and a structured, knowledge-rich curriculum.
Education for children from ages 4 to 16
Find out what your child will be learning every step of the way, from Early Years to Upper School, at IGS: Durham.
Education for children from ages 4 to 16
Find out what your child will be learning every step of the way, from Early Years to Upper School, at IGS: Durham.
Private School Quality. Not Private School Prices.
Private School Quality. Not Private School Prices.
Beyond the classroom
IGS: Durham provides a purposeful range of extracurricular experiences, such as Forest School, RockSteady and Trips.
Beyond the classroom
IGS: Durham provides a purposeful range of extracurricular experiences, such as Forest School, RockSteady and Trips.
Our Values
We CARE for every child at IGS: Durham
Our Values
We CARE for every child at IGS: Durham
What Our Parents Say
Hear from parents at IGS: Durham on their experience sending their children to our school.
What Our Parents Say
Hear from parents at IGS: Durham on their experience sending their children to our school.
"IGS is inclusive and supportive. This school treats children as individuals and cares about each and every pupil. I'm so pleased we found IGS - I only wish we had found this school sooner!"
Parent of Year 11 child
"My son has only been at IGS for two terms and his reading has improved so significantly he now reads for pleasure. The nurturing environment and strong teaching make it the right place for him, and I am a very happy parent."
Parent of a Year 6 child
"My son has progressed really well since starting Year 5. It has been the best decision sending him to this school, and we hope his progress carries on right through to Year 11."
Parent of a Year 5 child
"IGS has provided a wonderfully nurturing and inspiring environment where children are encouraged to grow in confidence, curiosity and character. As parents, we truly value the school’s high standards, caring staff and strong focus on helping every child reach their full potential.”
Parent of a Year 4 & 10 child
"My two children are so happy and settled in this wonderful small school. It feels like they’re part of a family, they’re cared for, nurtured and pushed to the best of their ability. I truly could not imagine my kids being in any other setting."
Parent of a Reception & Year 2 child
"IGS is inclusive and supportive. This school treats children as individuals and cares about each and every pupil. I'm so pleased we found IGS - I only wish we had found this school sooner!"
Parent of Year 11 child
"My son has only been at IGS for two terms and his reading has improved so significantly he now reads for pleasure. The nurturing environment and strong teaching make it the right place for him, and I am a very happy parent."
Parent of a Year 6 child
"My son has progressed really well since starting Year 5. It has been the best decision sending him to this school, and we hope his progress carries on right through to Year 11."
Parent of a Year 5 child
"IGS has provided a wonderfully nurturing and inspiring environment where children are encouraged to grow in confidence, curiosity and character. As parents, we truly value the school’s high standards, caring staff and strong focus on helping every child reach their full potential.”
Parent of a Year 4 & 10 child
"My two children are so happy and settled in this wonderful small school. It feels like they’re part of a family, they’re cared for, nurtured and pushed to the best of their ability. I truly could not imagine my kids being in any other setting."
Parent of a Reception & Year 2 child
"IGS is inclusive and supportive. This school treats children as individuals and cares about each and every pupil. I'm so pleased we found IGS - I only wish we had found this school sooner!"
Parent of Year 11 child
"My son has only been at IGS for two terms and his reading has improved so significantly he now reads for pleasure. The nurturing environment and strong teaching make it the right place for him, and I am a very happy parent."
Parent of a Year 6 child
"My son has progressed really well since starting Year 5. It has been the best decision sending him to this school, and we hope his progress carries on right through to Year 11."
Parent of a Year 5 child
"IGS has provided a wonderfully nurturing and inspiring environment where children are encouraged to grow in confidence, curiosity and character. As parents, we truly value the school’s high standards, caring staff and strong focus on helping every child reach their full potential.”
Parent of a Year 4 & 10 child
"My two children are so happy and settled in this wonderful small school. It feels like they’re part of a family, they’re cared for, nurtured and pushed to the best of their ability. I truly could not imagine my kids being in any other setting."
Parent of a Reception & Year 2 child
Discover more
If you would like to know more about life at IGS, or to book an in-person visit, contact us now.
Discover more
If you would like to know more about life at IGS, or to book an in-person visit, contact us now.