Primary
Ofsted Good
About The Downs Church of England Primary School
We believe that 'nothing is impossible' for every member of our community. We provide a curriculum that is rewarding, enjoyable and personalised. Our highly skilled staff members celebrate the successes of the individual using our learning and Christian values as the foundation for growth.
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Ms N Luxford
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.0
Teaching Quality
5.0
Communication
5.0
Student Wellbeing
4.0
Facilities
4.5
School Workforce
Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025
Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
22.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
14.5
Teachers (FTE)
Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.
Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)
Exam performance data • 2023-2024
44.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths
Meeting expected standard
Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables
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Reviews 3
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Emily D
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 20, 2022
5.0
"Wonderful School with Amazing Staff!"
We have been at The Downs for 2 years now and we absolutely love it! The staff are so caring and supportive, and the facilities are top-notch. My daughter loves attending the church services and learning about the values that the school teaches.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
5/5
J
Jack T
Unconfirmed
Parent
Oct 15, 2021
5.0
"Exceptional Education and Care"
My son has really thrived at The Downs since joining in Reception. The teachers are knowledgeable, enthusiastic and kind, and the school's focus on values such as respect and compassion is wonderful to see. We feel so lucky to have found this school!
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
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Sarah B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Feb 22, 2020
4.0
"A Good but Not Great Experience"
We were at The Downs for 5 years and had some great memories, but also some frustrations. The teachers were generally good, but sometimes communication with parents could be better. The facilities are lovely, but I would have liked to see more opportunities for extracurricular activities.
Safety & Wellbeing
3/5
Teaching & Learning
3/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
3/5
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