THE DOWNLEY SCHOOL in Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe
Education Centre Information: The Downley School:
Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Primary
Status: Open
Local Authority: Buckinghamshire
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 423
Number of boys: 203
Number of girls: 220
Age Range: 4-11
Gender: Mixed
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Background:
There has been a primary school in Downley, on the edge of High Wycombe, since the late 19th century and it has grown with the village. Downley is a new school formed by amalgamation of Heights County First School and Downley County Middle School in September 1999. Purpose-built site opened in 2002 in area noted as site of outstanding beauty. Strong community links include acting as guardians of the National Trust Hughenden Estate. It is a Centre of Excellence for ICT and boasts strengths in music and drama. Over-subscribed, with 1.5 applications per place. After-school care, until 6pm. Schools Curriculum Award; Investor in People status; DfES achievement award (2001, 2002). Ethos: 'We encourage all our children to achieve their very best in a supportive, caring atmosphere, respecting each child as an individual'.
Address:
Address: Faulkner Way
Postcode: HP13 5AL
Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe.
Telephone: 01494 527033
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