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The Downs School
Bristol, Bristol, BS48 1PF
School Information
THe Downs School is set in beautiful North Somerset countryside, yet only 6 miles from Bristol, where boys & girls aged 4 to 13 can thrive in the open spaces & freedom. They enjoy an all round education, achieving a high academic standards in the classroom & national reputation on the Sports Field.
Our aim is to nuture happy, caring & accomplished children.
General Information
| Gender: |
Coeducational |
| Day/Boarding: |
Day |
| Age Range - Boys: |
Pre Prep, Prep |
| Age Range - Girls: |
Pre Prep, Prep |
| Size: |
254 |
| School Inspection Report: |
Latest Inspection Report |
| ISC Association: |
IAPS |
Fees per term
| Boarding (£): |
|
| Day (£): |
2700 - 4200 |
Entry Requirements & Financial Assistance
| Entry Requirements: |
Scholarship Exam, Interview, Assessment |
| Scholarships, Bursaries: |
Academic scholarships, Bursaries for new entrants, H M Forces discounts, Clergy discounts, All Rounder awards, Sibling discounts, Hardship awards for existing pupils |
Age Ranges & Pupil Numbers
| |
Boarding |
Day |
Sixth Form |
| |
Boys |
Girls |
Boys |
Girls |
Boys |
Girls |
| Age Range |
|
|
4 - 13 |
4 - 13 |
|
|
| Pupil Numbers |
|
|
166 |
88 |
|
|
Subjects taught
Applied Science, Art, Art and Design, Biology, Chemistry, Computing/ICT, Dance, Design and Technology (DT), Drama/Theatre Studies, EFL/ESL, Electronics, English Language, English Literature, French, Geography, History, Latin, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, Physics, Religious Studies, Spanish
Facilities
All Weather Pitch, All weather surface, Astroturf, Athletics track, Climbing Wall, Common Room, IT Suite, Learning Support Unit, Library, Music Centre, Performing Arts Centre, Playing Fields on-site, Science laboratories, Sports Hall, Swimming Pool (open air), Tennis Courts, Theatre
Activities
Archery, Astronomy, Ballet/Dance, Chess, Choir, Computing/IT, Debating/Public Speaking, Drama/Theatre Studies, Film/Video Club, Life Saving/First Aid, Orchestra/Band, Orienteering, Outdoor Pursuits, Pottery, Riding, Skiing
Sports
Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Canoeing, Cricket, Cross Country, Fencing, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Hockey, Lacrosse, Martial Arts, Netball, Rounders, Rugby, Sailing, Squash, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball
Travel Information
Map:
www.multimap.co.uk
Nearest Train Station: 15-45 minutes
Nearest Airport: Less than 60 minutes
Location: Rural
Miscellaneous Information
| Religious Affiliation: |
Church of England |
| Dietary Catered For: |
Vegans |
Reference Numbers
| ISC Reference Number: |
17853 |
| DfE Reference Number: |
802 / 6001 |