Our 400th Anniversary Celebrations
We are celebrating our 400th Anniversary in 2024 and we want you to know all about it! It's a special year so here are a few 2024 dates for your diary. We would be delighted for the whole community to join with us in our celebrations.
Robert Chaloner had strong links with St George’s Chapel. He was Canon of the Twelfth Stall at St George's Chapel, Windsor from 1589 to 1621. We are holding a 400 Year Anniversary Service at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, at 15:00 on Tuesday 5 March 2024. There are limited places available for the whole school community. Further details to follow.
The musical is based upon the novel Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens. This promises to be another fantastic performance, showcasing our talented students. Further details to follow.
In celebration of the 400th anniversary of Dr Challoner’s Grammar School, the Friends of DCGS are hosting a ball on Saturday 15th June 2024. Please join us to celebrate in style! Further details of the event, including Frequently Asked Questions, can be found here.
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The annual MCC v First XI Cricket Match is being held on Thursday 20 June, 11.30-18.00 at the school. This is a particular highlight of our sporting calendar as our 1st XI take on members of the world-famous Marylebone Cricket Club.
Our Junior Concert this year will be a celebration of the talents of our younger musicians. More details will follow.
We have a long history of fantastic drama productions and our Summer Play this year will incorporate stories from the 400 Year Anniversary book; from Robert Chaloner to the present day. Further details to follow.
Our annual Founder's Day Service will be held at St Mary's Church, Old Amersham. We will be a celebrating our anniversary with readings and music. Further details to follow.
Help us mark our milestone anniversary with this fun outdoor event open to the whole community. There will be stalls, entertainments and refreshments galore. Further details to follow.
A celebration of the school's sporting history, our Sports Dinner will be held at a particularly special venue; The Long Room in the Pavilion at Lord's Cricket Ground. Further details to follow.
Our annual Carol Service will be held at St Mary's Church, Old Amersham. This will be a celebration of readings and music and will be a wonderful event to finish our anniversary year. Further details to follow.
