Meet Thomas Hyam, one of our fantastic teachers and our Head of Rugby. He combined his education with his main sport of Rugby at Exeter College where he played academy rugby, helping their side win several major national competitions, including...

Today, we are happy to introduce you to Ms Marie Seivewright our wonderful and inspirational Head of Girls’ Sport who joined Downsend 15 years ago and we are very pleased you stayed with us!

Welcome to our first edition after the half term of our Teacher Spotlight Series where we are meeting our amazing and inspirational Director of Sport, Mr. Lawrence. Read on to find out more...

The new term at Downsend School will get off to an inspired start as alumnus Dom Sibley hits his maiden Test century against South Africa. The team at Downsend cheered Dom on as he reached the century, eventually brought up...

Huge congratulations to our U11A football team, who have become national ISFA U11 Champions. The blue riband event of independent school football, the ISFA event incorporates all of the independent school associations, including HMC, IAPS, ISA and more, pitting Downsend...

As finalists in 2019, Downsend is back fighting for another accolade in the prestigious Independent School of the Year Awards. We are delighted to have been shortlisted for the category of ‘Sporting Achievement’ in recognition of our holistic approach to...

The PSQM, from the University of Hertfordshire in collaboration with the Primary Science Trust, celebrates commitment to excellence in science teaching and learning. “Schools that achieve PSQM demonstrate commitment and expertise in science leadership, teaching and learning. The Primary School...

“Congratulations. Microsoft is delighted to welcome you to the Showcase School programme, and to work with you on your education transformation journey.” Last week, Vanessa Conlan, Head of Little Downsend, was delighted to receive this communication from Microsoft, signifying the...