Workshops and bespoke programmes

From Dance and Drama to Science and Music, our specialist teachers enjoy delivering creative and dynamic workshops for any age group. We also offer a series of enrichment sessions for leavers’ programmes in Year 8 with a more academic extension slant. These introduce pupils to our super-curricular Elective programme,which runs alongside our core curriculum at Downe House. We are pleased to begin to offer these online during this period of remote learning.

In the future, our expert staff will be keen to visit schools again to deliver these workshops in person and to adjudicate competitions, umpire sports matches and preach in Chapel. If you are interested in our programme of workshops or would like us to design a session specifically for you, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Register your interest

If you would like to find out more about our online resources and workshops for our feeder schools, you can register your interest here.

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Experience Downe House at your school

Our staff will happily visit your school and work with pupils and staff on a range of topics including (but not limited!) to the workshops below.

Under the Microscope

Biology

Exciting hands-on Biology workshops and interactive lectures on topics including microorganisms, enzymes and the senses.

Harry Potter and Philosophy

Philosophy, Theology and Literature

This exciting workshop explores philosophical, historical, theological and literary ideas and trends.

Get Active

Sports

Our specialist Tennis, Hockey, Lacrosse, Netball or Cricket coaches can visit your school to umpire matches whilst you coach from the sidelines, or run introductory workshops, specialised training or tournament preparation sessions. Whatever suits you!

Go Wild!

Forest School

Our popular Forest School sessions include Extreme Dens, Fire Lighting and Woodland Art.

Get in on the Act

Drama and Musical Theatre

An excellent opportunity to improve acting and performance skills whilst developing collaborative techniques. A variety of options available including musical theatre and devising workshops.

Everybody Dance!

Dance and choreography

A fun workshop developing individual choreography skills and learning a routine from a popular musical blockbuster.

Specifically designed for your Year 8 leavers’ programme

We offer a range of bespoke academic workshops based on our super-curricular Elective Programme.

Our workshops open up new and exciting avenues of study, challenging participants and pushing them beyond the confines of the curriculum. The workshops include:
• An introduction to Film Studies
• An exploration of the history of the book
• An interdisciplinary investigation into the causes and consequences of the Reformation.

To arrange an Elective Experience as part of your Year 8 leavers’ programme please email reevet@downehouse.net or call 01635 204698.

Find out more about our Elective Experience.

DISCOVER

“Before this morning I knew absolutely nothing about film but now I can analyse it… I most enjoyed looking at cinematography and all of the different camera angles.”

Class 8AB, Cheam School

“You delivered fantastic sessions and the girls loved every minute. Our Games staff were also very impressed and picked up lots of tips and techniques too!”

Swanbourne House School

“We enjoyed meeting your team and our middle daughter thoroughly enjoyed the Den Building experience.”

Parent, Packwood Haugh School

“The girls gained a lot from it and really enjoyed the skills of cricket in such a fun environment. We really appreciate your fun and enthusiastic approach to learning.”

Hill House School

“We want to say a huge thank you to all staff and students for Saturday. The girls had an amazing time and loved the whole experience.”

PE Department at Knightsbridge School