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Downend School

Downend School is a Secondary school in Bristol, South Gloucestershire. Use our free interactive catchment tool to check whether any property falls within this school's catchment area.

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Ages 11-18Age range
SecondarySchool phase
100%Capacity used (1429 of 1425 pupils)
11.00%Free school meals eligible

⚠️ Important: Catchment Measuring Points Vary

School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check Downend School's published admissions policy or contact South Gloucestershire Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameDownend School
URN139345
AddressWesterleigh Road, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS16 6XA
Telephone01454862300
HeadteacherRachael Corns (Headteacher)
School typeAcademy converter
PhaseSecondary
Age rangeAges 11-18
GenderMixed
Admissions policyNon-selective
Local authoritySouth Gloucestershire
RegionSouth West
Approx. coordinates51.491832, -2.492104 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This is an academy or free school and sets its own admissions policy independently of the local authority. While many academies use straight-line distance, some use different criteria. Always check the school's published admissions policy.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for Downend School will be published on the school's website or on the South Gloucestershire Council website. Search for "Downend School admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit the Ofsted reports website to find the latest inspection report and rating for this school.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk and search for this school to find the latest inspection report and rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Downend School?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with South Gloucestershire Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Downend School?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, South Gloucestershire Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for Downend School the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for Downend School?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Downend School is 139345. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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