| Established | 1885 |
|---|---|
| Type | Independent school, Preparatory School |
| Religion | Anglican |
| Head Master | R.N. Baird |
| Location | South Road Durham County Durham DH1 3LS England |
| Students | 166 (September 2009) |
| Gender | Coeducational |
| Ages | 3–11 |
| Website | www.durhamschool.co.uk/prep-school.asp |
Bow, Durham School is the preparatory institution to Durham School. It is for pupils between the ages of 3 to 11 years. Founded in 1885 as Bow School, it was an all boys institution until becoming coeducational in 2006. It is situated 1/2 mile to the east of the senior school, overlooking Durham Cathedral. Former pupils are known as "Old Bowites."
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