Welcome to Downend School
Welcome to Downend + Mangotsfield Sixth FormWe’re thrilled you’re considering joining us for the next stage of your education. Our Sixth Form offers a dynamic and supportive environment where academic success and personal growth go hand in hand. With a wide range of courses, excellent facilities, and a dedicated team ready to support you every step of the way, this is the perfect place to shape your future. We look forward to helping you thrive.
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Suitable Ages
11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
No. of Students
1,429 Total
No. of Boys
714 (50.0%)
No. of Girls
715 (50.0%)
Academic Excellence
GCSE Results
Latest Examination
15.3%
Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)
A-Level Results
Sixth Form Performance
A* grades
2.65%
A*/A grades
20.53%
Leavers' Destinations
Destinations after GCSEs
Staying in education
85%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
9%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
51%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
10%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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Admissions Process
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Key Dates & Deadlines
Nov 20, 2025
Sixth Form open evening
Nov 20, 2025
Applications open
Jan 12, 2026
Application deadline for equal consideration
Feb 9, 2026
Sixth Form interviews (if required)
Feb 23, 2026
Offer letters issued
Jun 24, 2026
Sixth Form Induction Day
Aug 20, 2026
GCSE results day
Aug 27, 2026
Deadline to accept Sixth Form place
Sep 2, 2026
Year 12 Induction day
Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
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Enrichment Activities
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About School
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |