Over Founder’s Fortnight, the Learning for Life department asked girls, staff and families to share what they have learned during lockdown.
“In lockdown I have learned not to worry about things I cannot control.” Tosin, Head Senior
“In lockdown I have learned how important our family, friends and human contact are in our lives!” Mr Perdikis, Head of French
We are hugely proud of our girls who are celebrating an impressively strong set of GCSE results.
We are absolutely delighted for our Class of 2024 who received their A Level results today. Read more about their achievements in our news story.
Mrs Basnett (Director of Digital Learning, Teacher of French) offers a practical exploration of how technology can help us to encourage collaboration within the classroom.
Mr Rivers (Head of Physics) and Mr Seddon (Teacher of Physics) outline the suite of support that exists for students at Downe House studying Physics.
Mr Breeze (Teacher of Chinese and Head of the Elective Programme) explores some of the fascinating disciplinary debates that take place within the MFL teaching community about how to use the target language in teaching.
Dr Atherton (Director of Learning and Research, Teacher of English) explores the concept of desirable difficulties and why they make a difference to student learning.
The Digital Downe-load #4 | Mrs Basnett takes us through a day in her life as the Director of Digital Learning at Downe House.
Make A Difference - or MAD - Day is a chance for every pupil to make a contribution which benefits the local community.
Bringing the Downe House community together to celebrate the academic year with a spectacular showcase of sport, music, drama, creative arts and more!
In the last week of June, our Lower Sixth (Year 12) History students attended Chalke History Festival to immerse themselves in the past.
We are delighted that our Sixth Form has been awarded the 'Highly Commended' prize in the 'Prepared for Life' category of the Muddy Stilettos School Awards 2024!
Mr Godfrey (Deputy Head) writes his account of Downe House's Academic Conference on the topic of Maximising Pupils' Potential.