News & Events

  Prize-Giving Ceremony On Wednesday 9th July, all of Purcell gathered al fresco on the field for one of the most treasured moments of the academic calendar – our annual…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 9th July 2025 The Purcell School is delighted to announce a formal partnership with the New Talent Festival. Recognising the remarkable achievements of Festival Founder Amy Yuan,…

  Purcell Composer Wins Femfestival with String Quartet ‘Devotion’ We are delighted to share yet another outstanding achievement from Adi (Year 13). The first movement of her string quartet Devotion…

  Purcell Clarinettist Named in 2025 Womens Stars of Tomorrow Awards We are thrilled to share that Birce (Year 13, clarinet) has been named one of this year’s Women Stars…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 27th June 2025 Two talented young composers have been announced as the winners of New Sailing Sounds, a national competition run by The Purcell School in collaboration…

  Purcel Pianist Delights Audience at Charlton House Congratulations to Kevin (Year 10, piano), whose recent recital at Charlton House on 17th June 2025 left the audience captivated. Performing to…

  Purcell Pianist’s Performances and Competitions We are delighted to share news of a remarkable few months for Year 8 pianist Michael. On Sunday 27th April, Michael gave his first…

  Purcell Pianist Makes History in The Piano Final We are thrilled to share that Year 8 jazz pianist Marcus delivered a standout performance in the final of Channel 4’s…

  Alex Redington Appointed New Head of Strings On Thursday 22nd May, we were thrilled to announce the appointment of Alex Redington, acclaimed violinist and educator, as our new Head…

The Purcell School is delighted to announce the appointment of internationally acclaimed violinist and educator Alex Redington as its new Head of Strings, beginning September 2025. Alex brings a wealth…