Downe House School

We are proud to offer a flexible approach to ensure we meet the needs of all our families – whichever Downe House journey they choose. From September 2025, girls will have the choice to join us as full boarders, flexi boarders or day pupils. Learn more 👉 ow.ly/ngvo50Sh3Kk

Parents with children under 10 are invited to join us at @Beauforthouse. Hear from experts at top prep & senior schools about the benefits of a country school education RSVP bit.ly/46R0vC2 @HanfordDorset @HighfieldSch @_Ludgrove @DowneHouse @MarlboroughCol @RadleyCollege

🌄As the sun rises on a New Year, we are all set to welcome the girls back to Downe House for the start of the Lent term. With a calendar packed full of exciting events, activities and opportunities, there is much to look forward to!

🎄Merry Christmas from everyone at Downe House🎅

🎙️In this episode, past parent Ros Irving shares insights on offering a week’s internship at Techoraco, which organized ITW in Washington DC. Host Simon Jones chats with Ros, Mrs. Cook, and two students about the experience. 🔗 Listen on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/4lwy3o4Wc…

'A heartfelt congratulations to the GCSE class of 2024! They have every reason to be proud of the excellent results they have achieved, with many personal triumphs evident.' - Emma McKendrick, Headmistress. Read our latest blog here: downehouse.net/gcse-results-2…

'We are extremely proud of the girls' determination to be the very best versions of themselves, I know they will make a difference wherever they go.' - Emma McKendrick, Headmistress Read the full story here: ow.ly/XzIx50SYpMh #DHInspiringGirls #worldready

🎶 The soundtrack to #FoundersWeekend is provided by a fantastic range of musical performances expertly put together by our passionate Music Department. Well done to each and every performer! #DHMusic #musicforall

Congratulations to every athlete who showcased their skills in field and track events at #SportsDay! A special well done must go to Holcombe House, who won the Overall Prize for Sports Day 2024! 🏅 #DHSport #FoundersWeekend #thisgirlcan #DHInspiringGirls

Founder’s Weekend saw a cast and crew of talented Downe House students take to the stage in this year’s School musical - Amélie! Congratulations to everyone involved for perfectly capturing the charming quirkiness of this iconic film. #FoundersWeekend #DHInspiringGirls

It’s oh so quiet… until Founder’s Weekend rolls around! Thank you to all members of the #DHCommunity for joining in our celebration of the year. Well done to every pupil for showcasing their dedication and talent in such a variety of events. #foundersweekend #thisgirlcan

Thank you @DowneHouse ladies for helping us prepare and make leaf teaching aids for use with our local @RadleyLinks primary school partners later this week! 🍀☘️🍁🍂 #TheseGirlsCan

It was a pleasure to be involved in the school's Making a Difference (MAD) day. The Geography team and our fabulous students led activities in the beautiful woodland which are part of our school grounds #MakeaDifferenceDay @DowneHouse

Such a treat to host @MccreaEmma @KennetSchool this evening! Lots of learning and laughter from her engaging and practical session. Great to share best practice afterwards with colleagues from @DowneHouse, @denefieldschool @HighdownSchool and @downland_itt

Today, Downe House went MAD! #MakeADifference Day is a chance for every pupil to make a contribution which benefits the local #community and is just one of many ways we encourage our pupils to grow into responsible, thoughtful citizens. #outwardlooking #worldready

#FoundersWeekend is officially here and we are looking forward to welcoming the #DHCommunity to celebrate our school year. To keep up with all the action, make sure you're following us on Instagram where our story will have the very latest updates ➡️ ow.ly/RXpL50SrNS0

🎙️This episode of the #DHPodcast focuses on pupil #enterprise. Our host, Simon Jones, is joined by Mrs Cochran (Teacher of Economics and Business) and pupils Isabella and Charlotte from the Lower Sixth (Year 12). Listen here 👉 ow.ly/XSV450SqNVM #immersiveeducation

"Teaching techniques in STEM fields are seeing exciting new developments." Mr Charlie Littledale (Head of STEM) shares how Downe House is enshrining collaboration and technological innovation in its #STEM curriculum. Read the full article here 👉 ow.ly/XvGQ50SofyU

The Year 8 boys joined forces with their peers from @DowneHouse to work on a joint Respect Project looking at mental health, social media and how to be a good role model. Chloe Combi, facilitator, said: “They showed incredible maturity that will help them in the coming years.”

On Thursday 13 June, the sun shone on Downe House as we welcomed nearly 200 school leaders and teachers from across the UK to an Academic Conference about Maximising Pupil Potential. Read the full story here ➡️ ow.ly/ev1g50SnmYm #ThoughtLeadership #Education

We are delighted to have won the 'Highly Commended' prize in the 'Prepared for Life' category of the @muddystiletto School Awards 2024! This is a true testament to our programmes and congratulations must go to the whole #DHSixthForm team! Discover more: ow.ly/Ebcl50Sno3S