Welcome to Downsend School
Downsend is an innovative and forward-thinking independent school with a vision. A vision to inspire pupils to embrace the future, to create incredible people who make change in a rapidly evolving world.
From Nursery to Sixth Form, we prepare our young people for the future with a creative and problem-solving approach. We think big, we celebrate innovation and we never hold back.
It is an exciting time to be a Downsendian as our Sixth Form opens in September 2025. Downsend Sixth will complete the journey for pupils from the ages of 6 months to 18 and marks an exceptional moment in our history.
A new era for Downsend
Downsend Sixth launches September 2025! Our brand new, purpose-designed, Sixth Form Centre will offer the very best of both worlds. Our new campus will offer young people the perfect environment for both academic success and personal growth.
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Excellent learning locations.
Innovative modern spaces bring specialist teaching to life at the Main School, while Little Downsend offers a home from home for our littlest children, with outstanding outdoor spaces for exploring and learning.
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Following last week’s GCSE Results Day, we’re shining a light on four members of the Class of 2025 – Robbie, Lily, Oli and Darcey – whose journeys through Downsend reflect the dedication, individuality and progress we celebrate in all our students.
A huge well done to the entire Class of 2025. We’re so proud of all you’ve achieved and wish you the best of luck for your next chapter.
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The wait is finally over! Downsend Sixth is opening its doors - and there’s still time to join us this September.
We’re currently touring families and welcoming applications for Year 12.
Discover how we do Sixth Form - head to our website to book your personal tour, or book your place at our Sixth Form Open Evening.
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Huge congratulations to the Class of 2025 on your GCSE results!
We’re so proud of everything you’ve achieved, not just in your grades, but in everything you’ve given to school life, from stage to sport to DofE. Your hard work, dedication and all-round brilliance have truly paid off.
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Summer Term 2025 - what a way to end the year. From standout performances and sporting success to unforgettable trips, it’s been a term bursting with energy, creativity and achievement.
Thank you to every student, staff member and family who helped make it so special.
We hope you`re having a fantastic summer so far, and we look forward to welcoming you in September - whether you`re returning or joining us for the first time.
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Next in our Downsend Sixth Speaker Series, we’re proud to introduce Andrew Patterson - a truly inspirational speaker with a powerful story to share.
Once a professional sportsman, then diagnosed with a debilitating condition, Andrew speaks candidly about his sheer determination, his perseverance and the resilience he needed to come back fighting.
His session is designed to give our students an empowering session to cultivate their own resilience in the face of life’s challenges - a vital part of being future ready.
Downsend Sixth opens September 2025. To book your campus tour today, visit downsend.co.uk
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Prize Giving 2025 at @leatherheadtheatre was a day to truly appreciate the journey our pupils have taken this year. We celebrated the progress made and the values lived out in everyday actions. Whether achieving, leading, creating or simply showing up with kindness and courage, every pupil had something to be proud of. It was a fantastic day of celebrating our Downsendians and a reminder of what it means to grow together. We hope you`re enjoying a well-earned summer!
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We’re delighted to be welcoming two guest speakers to Downsend Sixth in our first few weeks of term. Our speaker series is designed to be inspirational, aspirational, to make students think, and to unlock their own potential.
Today we’re introducing our first speaker, Rebecca Cooper Stubbings, Global Head of Retail and Franchise for Melissa Odabash, a leading international luxury swim and resort wear brand. With a career spanning 20 years in the fashion and retail industry, part of Rebecca’s success as been building exceptional teams - sourcing the right people, nurturing talent and creating environments where individuals feel empowered to perform and grow.
Rebecca will talk to students at Downsend Sixth about her career plan, her sheer determination and passion for people and product - and what it takes to succeed in the ever-changing landscape of employment, and how you can find your way into an industry you are passionate about - even if you’re still figuring out what that passion is.
Downsend Sixth opens September 2025. To book your campus tour today, visit downsend.co.uk
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