Welcome to Downend School
Welcome to Downend + Mangotsfield Sixth Form
We’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.
Show full message
Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Academy converter
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 A-Levels
UK higher education
66%
School
70%
England
Higher Apprenticeships
0%
School
1%
England
Higher education or training
Top 3rd of higher education institutions
...of which Russell Group
...of which Oxford/Cambridge
Courses
Show all coursesEvents
Show all events
Exciting Events Ahead!
A detailed admissions process on ApplicaaOne is coming soon.
Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.
Admissions Process
Quick ApplyPlanning ahead for school holidays 2025? Below are the Ealing term dates and the half-term dates 2024/25.
Autumn
0 terms
Spring
0 terms
Summer
0 terms
Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
Sixth Form open evening
Nov 20
Applications open
Nov 20
Application deadline for equal consideration
Jan 12
Sixth Form interviews (if required)
Feb 9
Offer letters issued
Feb 23
Sixth Form Induction Day
Jun 24
GCSE results day
Aug 20
Deadline to accept Sixth Form place
Aug 27
Year 12 Induction day
Sep 2
Alumni Stories
Show all stories
Updates Coming Soon!
We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.
Enrichment Activities
Show all activitiesUpdates Coming Soon!
Exciting Enrichment Activities Coming Soon!
Stay tune! We'll be sharing information about exciting enrichment activities soon.
Ready to Apply?
About School
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |