Ms Marya Akhtar Director of Global Partnerships
akhtarm@downehouse.net +44(0)1635 204696
Mrs Helen Knight Global Partnerships Administration Manager
knighth@downehouse.net +44(0)1635 204726
Mrs Katherine Adams Global School’s Exchange Programme Co-ordinator
adamsk@downehouse.net +44(0)1635 917743
Mrs Mireille Cook Global Internships Co-Ordinator
cookm@downehouse.net
Miss Abigail Burcher Global Partnerships Resident Tutor
burchera@downehouse.net +44(0)1635 204634
A wonderful cultural exchange to St Paul’s School in São Paulo, filled with new friendships, diverse food, and unforgettable experiences.
Pascale shares her hands-on experience exploring digital marketing and education during her internship at The Red Pen.
Mia shares her three-day internship experience at Cibus Capital, gaining insight into venture capital, private equity, and professional career paths.
Becky and Bex share their hands-on experience exploring sustainability and eco-friendly practices during their internship at Nurture Landscapes.
The Downe House community gathered for a moving Remembrance service and Courtyard tribute, honouring all who have served.
Downe House students Daisy and Sage gained international experience at their internship at GeTeCe in Thailand.
Alice shares her experiences in Durban, from volunteering in a rural school to exploring South Africa on the Global Schools Exchange.
In July 2024, Bella and Margaret (Upper Fifth/Year 11) had the incredible opportunity to visit India as part of the Global Schools’ Exchange Programme.
In April 2024, Cymbeline and Amelia (Upper Fifth) had the amazing opportunity to visit New Zealand as part of the Global Schools' Exchange Programme.
At the end of the summer between August and start of September, two groups of girls had the amazing opportunity to weave together a dynamic mix of marine conservation, community development and adventure, to inspire and challenge.
In February 2025, Chloe and Louise (Upper Fifth) had the incredible opportunity to visit Cape Town, South Africa, as part of the Global Schools’ Exchange Programme.
In July 2024. Chloe and Louise (Upper Fifth) had the incredible opportunity to visit Cape Town, South Africa, as part of the Global Schools’ Exchange Programme.