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Downside School has an overall rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 3 parent and student reviews on SchoolBrowse. These reviews cover various aspects including safety, teaching quality, communication, wellbeing, facilities, inclusion, and value for money.

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Downside School

Radstock, United Kingdom

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About Downside School

A co-educational independent boarding and day school near Bath for pupils aged 11-18, selected as the top catholic independent school in the South West by the Catholic Good Schools Guide.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Mike Randall

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

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.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

13.7

Teachers (FTE)

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

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Reviews 3

Emily R Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional Education and Care"

We've been blown away by the academic excellence and individual care our daughter has received at Downside. The Benedictine values are truly living, breathing aspects of the school's culture, and the facilities are outstanding. We're so grateful to be part of the Downside community.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

Sophia M Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 20, 2022

3.0

"Mixed Experience"

We've had a mixed experience at Downside. Our daughter is happy and thriving in many areas, but we've experienced some communication breakdowns with certain teachers. The facilities and extracurricular programs are excellent, but we feel that more could be done to support struggling students. Overall, it's been an okay experience, but we're not certain if it's the right fit for our child.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

James W Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 15, 2021

5.0

"Excellent Preparation for Life"

Both my children attended Downside and I couldn't be happier with the education and life skills they acquired. The school's emphasis on character development, leadership, and community service has helped them become confident, compassionate young adults. We'll always be grateful for our time at Downside.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5