"I gathered a group of Sixth Form girls in my office last Monday and grilled them about their experience of my own subject, English. The most important and emphatic message from the girls was how much they valued passion and enthusiasm from their teachers."
One of the most enjoyable and helpful things I did during my first half term at Downe House was to spend an evening in each of the boarding houses. I received a wonderful welcome in all of them.
The drop out of adolescent girls from sport is well-documented. Assistant Director of Sport, Lizzie Broyd, explains how Downe House is trying to change the game.
David McClymont, Director of IT at Downe House reflects on the role that technology has played in facilitating teaching and learning during the two lockdowns.
How can you introduce new content and facilitate speaking and listening using technology? Head of Modern Languages, Jane Basnett, shares teaching ideas for using digital technology to enhance learning.
What's in a name? Hannah Pilgrim, Head of Co-Curricular Activities, explains why having a co-curricular programme, rather than an extra-curricular one, is fundamental to School life.
Our Head of Tennis, former Wimbledon and Davis Cup star, Josh Goodall considers the value of sport in education and answers the question, “What do you really learn from sport?”
Mrs Tara Reeve, Sixth Form Housemistress explains why girls thrive in single sex education
Mrs Jenny Hill, Learning Resources Manager celebrates the very real benefits of reading for pleasure.
Mrs Jane Basnett, Head of Modern Languages argues that learning a foreign language has never been more important.
Mrs Genevieve Ford, our Boarding Deputy, breaks down the unique benefits of boarding school and how to ensure that each student thrives.
Headmistress Mrs Emma McKendrick discusses what it means to prepare girls for a fast-changing globally connected world.
The best way to find out more about Downe House is to experience it for yourself. Book a personal tour or join us at one of our Open Mornings, available throughout the year.
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