On Tuesday, 9th September, the school photographer will be at Downlands. Taking photos of year groups 7,9 and 11.

Please see below the staggered start timings for the first day of school, Friday 5th September. 8:35am - Year 7 students arrive on the playground (students will be met and guided to their tutor groups) 9:45am - Years 8, 9, 10 and 11 arrive and go to their tutor groups...

Friday, 18th July is the last day of term, and students will be dismissed at 12:15pm. Wishing you all a wonderful summer break — we look forward to seeing you on Friday, 5th September!

Enrichment Week offers students the chance to step beyond the classroom and discover new experiences. We've had some great feedback and are pleased to hear how much our students are enjoying it. We hope everyone continues to have a fantastic and memorable time!

We’re excited to welcome our new Year 6 students for their Taster Day on Tuesday 2nd July! It’s a fantastic opportunity for them to explore the school, meet our staff, and get a feel for life at Downlands. Please note: Current Year 7 students will not be in school on...

We’re excited for the Downlands Netball Marathon on Fri 4 July!⁠ Mini matches, bake sale & sweet tombola — all in support of @BreastCancerNow 💗⁠

Downlands Dance Show takes place on Monday 23rd, and Tuesday 24th June.

INSET DAY - WEDNESDAY, 25th JUNE

It’s Character Day! Today, our students are taking part in a range of exciting and enriching activities: Year 7 are volunteering with a beach clean to help protect our coastline. Year 8 are exploring sustainability with visits to Knepp and Wakehurst Place. Year 9 are...

A huge THANK YOU! to our incredibly generous Downlands community, who have donated an AMAZING 375 Easter eggs to the children at the Royal Alex Hospital.