Downsend thrives on welcoming new parents to the school, and loves to have the opportunity to make an impression. We run Open Days several times a year, with Talk and Tours offered every week.

You can also book a Sixth Form campus tour. 

Downsend Sixth: Where Innovation Meets Independence

Located at our brand-new, off-site campus in central Leatherhead, Downsend Sixth offers an exceptional A Level experience designed to bridge the gap between school and university. We provide a mature, independent environment where students are encouraged to test their boundaries and grow in confidence.

Beyond the Classroom

We believe in achieving more than just top grades. Our unique D6 Core and D6 Future Ready programmes offer a holistic education, combining academic excellence with:

D6 Electives & Leadership: Developing a broad range of skills and real-world experience.

Global Impact Project: A life-changing immersion programme that puts students' skills to the test in diverse cultures and environments.

Downsend Sixth acts as an incubator for innovation, equipping students with the global perspective and creativity needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

We empower pupils to aim high through an innovative, personalized, and forward-thinking curriculum. Underpinned by our Future Skills vision, our teaching moves beyond rote learning to foster a deep, adaptable understanding of every subject.

Our Educational Approach

Active Learning: We believe children learn best when they are "knee-deep" in their studies, using practical, hands-on lessons to bring complex concepts to life.

Mastery & Fluency: Our transformational approach ensures students master core concepts and develop genuine fluency rather than just memorizing facts.

Long-term Success: By inspiring a love for discovery, we equip pupils with the tools to excel academically and thrive in an ever-changing world.

We have two Little Downsend schools in Epsom, and Leatherhead, and a decidated Nursery in Ashstead. 

Based in beautiful Victorian buildings with exceptional landscaped play areas, our children benefit from large, airy rooms with high ceilings, equipped with the latest technology. Each school has a unique outdoor space, with covered play areas, sandpits, mud kitchens, race tracks, climbing equipment, vegetable patches, and large open fields for simply running about!