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The Downs School

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About The Downs School

The Downs School is a secondary school located in Compton, Newbury, United Kingdom. It is known for its commitment to providing a high-quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment. The school emphasizes a broad curriculum that includes a variety of subjects, allowing students to explore their interests and develop their skills. The Downs School also places a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities, encouraging students to participate in sports, arts, and community service.

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Key Facts

Students 1,200

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 309 responses • 21.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

92% positive 7.1% negative

My child feels safe at this school

93.8% positive 4.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

92.3% positive 6.2% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

90.7% positive 5.9% negative

My child does well at this school

88.7% positive 7.1% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 309 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
17.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Excellent
84.5
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

52.6
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
+0.32
Progress 8
Above average
57.3%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
78.2%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

70.9% entered EBacc
38.3% achieved EBacc
206 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

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