Downsview Community Primary School
URN: 134515 • Swanley BR8 8AU
Overview
- Name
- Downsview Community Primary School
- URN
- 134515
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 38.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tom Gale (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01322662594
- Website
- Visit Downsview Community Primary School website
- Address
-
Beech Avenue, Swanley BR8 8AU
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Summary
Downsview Community Primary School is a mixed community school located in Swanley, Kent, with a current enrolment of 141 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where curiosity, creativity, and learning are at the forefront. Its core values include respect, kindness, inclusivity, integrity, aspiration, and resilience, which guide the school's ethos and interactions within the community.
The curriculum at Downsview is designed to be broad and balanced, reflecting the interests and experiences of its pupils. This approach aims to engage students and support their individual learning journeys, ensuring that each child has the opportunity to thrive academically and socially. The school also provides outdoor spaces for exploration and learning, enhancing the educational experience.
With a significant percentage of pupils (46.80%) eligible for free school meals, Downsview Community Primary School is dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere that supports all children. The school encourages parental involvement and keeps families informed through newsletters and a calendar of events, fostering a strong sense of community.
The curriculum at Downsview is designed to be broad and balanced, reflecting the interests and experiences of its pupils. This approach aims to engage students and support their individual learning journeys, ensuring that each child has the opportunity to thrive academically and socially. The school also provides outdoor spaces for exploration and learning, enhancing the educational experience.
With a significant percentage of pupils (46.80%) eligible for free school meals, Downsview Community Primary School is dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere that supports all children. The school encourages parental involvement and keeps families informed through newsletters and a calendar of events, fostering a strong sense of community.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 141 | 72 | 69 | 210 | 46.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 169 | 95 | 74 | 210 | 50.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 193 | 103 | 90 | 210 | 36.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 193 | 103 | 90 | 210 | 36.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 187 | 97 | 90 | 210 | 38.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 202 | 101 | 101 | 210 | 23.30 |
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