The Downs School Reviews & FAQs
Are you considering The Downs School for your child? We have put together a number of frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the school to help you.
Reviews of The Downs School
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Frequently asked questions about The Downs School
Where is The Downs School?
The Downs School is in Wraxall, Bristol. The school's address is: Charlton House, Wraxall, Bristol, Avon, BS48 1PF.
Is The Downs School for boys or girls?
The Downs School is a Coed school.
What type of school is The Downs School?
The Downs School is a Pre-Prep & Prep school offering Day places for approximately 300 pupils.
What age do girls join The Downs School?
Girls can join the school from through until 13 years.
What age do girls join The Downs School?
Girls can join the school from 4 through until 13 years.
What age do girls join The Downs School
The Downs School is for boys only.
What age do boys join The Downs School?
Boys can join the school from through until 13 years.
What age do boys join The Downs School?
Boys can join the school from 4 through until 13 years.
What age do boys join The Downs School
The Downs School is for girls only.
Who is the of The Downs School?
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When was The Downs School inspected?
The Downs School is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) on behalf of the Department for Education. Routine inspections take place once every three years. Read the inspection reports for The Downs School
Which schools are the main destinations for The Downs School leavers?
Pupils from The Downs School go on to a number of senior schools including:
Who are the main feeder schools for The Downs School?
'Feeder' schools for The Downs School include:
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