Downend School
Downend School is a secondary located in South Gloucestershire, BS16 6XA. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,411 pupils on roll.
Downend School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: South Gloucestershire
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1425
Number of Pupils: 1411
Number of Boys: 724
Number of Girls: 687
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 10.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-03-26
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Not Rated
Behaviour & Attitudes: Not Rated
Personal Development: Not Rated
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: 9
Inspection Date: 2014-10-22
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Ferris
Phone: 01454862300
Website: http://www.downend.com/
Location: Westerleigh Road, Downend
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downend School
What is the Ofsted rating of Downend School?
Downend School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Downend School admit?
Downend School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Downend School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Downend School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Downend School?
Downend School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Downend School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Downend School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Downend School?
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