Children enter our Foundation Stage at the beginning of the academic year in which their fifth birthday falls.  All children born between 1st September and 31st August will start at The Downley School in September, either full time or part time as preferred.

• Children who are five between 1st September and 31st December inclusive must begin as full time (08.45 a.m.-3.05 p.m.) children in the autumn term.
• Children who are five between 1st January and 31st August inclusive have the option to start full time from September, or to continue part time (08.45 a.m.-12 noon) if preferred until January.

On completion of their foundation year, the children progress through Key Stage 1 and then through Key Stage 2 when they leave us and move on to the secondary phase of their education.

In the event of the number of applications for places at the school exceeding the number of places available, the criteria laid down by Buckinghamshire County Council will be followed in the allocation of places.  Full details of the admissions procedures are available both in the Bucks County Council booklet "Admission to Buckinghamshire Primary Schools - Guide for Parents" and on the council website. http://www.buckscc.gov.uk/education/schools/admissions-and-moving-school/admission-to-primary-schools/

Click on this link to check whether your address is in the catchment area for The Downley School https://services.buckscc.gov.uk/school-admissions

The Downley School is an inclusive school and accepts all children regardless of their ability.  Where necessary, the curriculum is differentiated to make it fully accessible to all pupils. The SENDCO, will speak to parents/carers about specific needs prior to starting school. Those children that require an EHCP will also be supported and monitored by the SENDCO and their Phase Leader.  We are equipped with a disabled toilet and changing facilities and, whilst the school is on two floors, there is access to the upper floor via a lift for those with physical impairment. All parts of the School are fully accessible to wheelchair users.

To register an interest in the School, or to book an appointment to view the School, please contact Mrs Ovens in the School Office via email at office@thedownleyschool.co.uk or telephone 01494 527033.

https://youtu.be/FPGfYrMXwYA  - Classroom

https://youtu.be/JXImb5y64TI - Outside Learning Area