The Downley School
90%
Capacity
380
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About The Downley School
The Downley School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 380 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated The Downley School "Inadequate", the school is led by headteacher Leanne Dandridge, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10494th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 112th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
The Downley School is a popular choice with families — it received 59 applications for 28 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Downley School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Netball, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Choir, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, The Downley School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Faulkner Way, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP13 5AL |
| Headteacher | Leanne Dandridge |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 380 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.1% |
| School Capacity | 380 / 420 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Inadequate
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10494th of 13,686
Nationally
1578th of 2,034
In South East
112th of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
59
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Downley School
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Contact Information
Faulkner Way, High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire, HP13 5AL
Journey to School
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