Downsend School

1 Leatherhead Road, Leatherhead, KT22 8TJ

Independent school for ages 7–18 in Leatherhead. Mixed intake.

Downsend School is an independent school in Leatherhead, Surrey, for boys and girls aged 7 to 18, with a sixth form.

Its ISI inspection in January 2026 found standards and safeguarding standards met.

The school describes itself as innovative and forward-thinking, with a Future Skills vision for preparing pupils for a changing world. It says learning is brought to life through creative and problem-solving approaches, while inspectors in January 2026 noted a clear direction and stronger academic rigour across phases.

Ages 7–18 · All-through

613 pupils · On roll

Independent school · Mixed

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Primary applications close on 15 January 2027; secondary applications close on 31 October 2026. Sign in and create a planner to keep the deadline and school visits together. See Surrey’s deadlines and how to apply →