The Old School Song
Way back in 1885
They said “A fine thing this is”
In our good town of Newcastle upon Tyne
There is no school for misses
So they worked with a will at Tankerville
Till their strife was done
And they could say we’ve won
Raise our colours on high
The blue of the sky
And the dark green of the forest.
The Church High
The Church High
Always the best
And here’s why
It’s undefeatable
Quite unbeatable
So give three cheers
For the Old Church High.
Now castles four of ancient fame
Renowned in song and story
Each to a house has given its name
To pave their way to glory
So they worked with a will
At Tankerville
And their strife was done
So they could say we’ve won
And the rafters shall ring
As proudly we sing
Together in this chorus.
The Church High
The Church High
Always the best
And here’s why
It’s undefeatable
Quite unbeatable
So give three cheers
For the Old Church High.