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Just before the summer break, we kicked off a photography competition themed ‘Essence of Summer’. With Miss Bloor, our Head of Photography, carefully judging each entry, we’re excited to announce our winners!
Head Senior Hettie and Deputy Head Senior Rose outline their plans, events, and leadership goals for an exciting school year.
Downe House celebrates being named a finalist in the 2025 Talk Education Awards for Innovation, recognising its forward-thinking approach to digital learning and AI integration.
Students in the MFL department have been celebrating language and culture through film, food and fun activities.
Students captured the Essence of Summer in stunning photos, see who won this year’s photography competition.
Trinny Woodall shares her journey from TV star to beauty entrepreneur, inspiring Down House students with insights on resilience, leadership, and AI in business.
Meet the inspiring teachers at Downe House who bring creativity, passion, and growth to their students and the wider school community.
Creative Arts Scholars explore St Ives, Cornwall, through workshops, galleries, and outdoor painting, gaining inspiration from local artists and landscapes.
Celebrate another fantastic year of reading at Downe House, with record-breaking loans, new manga additions, and staff favourites!
The whole school came together for a mufti day and a fun game of Assassins, raising funds for the Motor Neurone Disease Association and celebrating community spirit.
Alice shares her experiences in Durban, from volunteering in a rural school to exploring South Africa on the Global Schools Exchange.
Our pupils explore the clubs and societies at the Academic Enrichment Fair, discovering new opportunities available across Downe House.