Life at Downe House

Life in a full boarding school is always busy and every day looks different for every girl. Downe House life offers warmth, excitement and opportunity.

Life at Downe House

Life in a full boarding school is always busy and every day looks different for every girl. Downe House life offers warmth, excitement and opportunity.

There is no typical day in the life of a Downe House girl

Whether she is a lacrosse player with a love of science or a budding actress who wants to start learning Italian, we know that providing each girl with every opportunity is what makes Downe House so special. Bespoke timetabling, an exceptional range of opportunities to compliment the curriculum as well as a full boarding context means that girls are able to discover, nurture and invest in every talent and passion.

Family Friendly Boarding

Our ethos puts families at the heart of the boarding experience from creating the right balance between school and family time to working closely with parents to ensure every girl gets the most out of school life.

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A partnership with parents

Girls are supported by a network of staff across the school. We know that parents and guardians are vital in this partnership to make the most of Downe House life. We encourage parents to come and support their daughter’s achievements – from match fixtures on Wednesdays and Saturday to music, drama and dance performances. We have Exeat policies, which change as your daughter progresses through the School, and mean that your daughter can come home for a weekend.

Find out more about what it means to be a Downe House parent.

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Pastoral care

We have an uncompromising programme of personal support and pastoral care to create a sense of community, with each House providing a home from home. With warmth and guidance from our Housestaff, girls are encouraged to develop a positive outlook, live happily and develop fully in every aspect of their lives. With outstanding support from personal academic tutors, we ensure that every girl is able to gain the most from her time at Downe House.

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A term in France

A highlight of every girl’s time at Downe House, the term in France is a unique opportunity to experience French life, culture and language. All members of the Lower Fourth (Year 8) take part in this great adventure.

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Tours & Open Mornings

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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