The Downs Church of England Primary School
URN: 147058 • Deal CT14 7TL
Overview
- Name
- The Downs Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 147058
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DEAL EDUCATION ALLIANCE FOR LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Natalie Luxford (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01304372486
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Owen Square, Deal CT14 7TL
Summary
The Downs Church of England Primary School, located in Deal, Kent, is a mixed academy with a current enrollment of 318 pupils, out of a capacity of 420. The school emphasizes a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. Guided by the ethos of "nothing is impossible," the school aims to meet the individual needs of each student through a personalized and engaging curriculum.
The curriculum at The Downs is designed to be rewarding and enjoyable, fostering a love for lifelong learning. The school places a strong emphasis on Christian values, promoting respect for others and the world. The dedicated staff celebrate individual successes and work collaboratively to create a supportive atmosphere conducive to learning.
The school is committed to inclusivity, with good disabled access and facilities available on site. The Downs also encourages community involvement, offering opportunities for prospective parents to tour the school and engage with staff to better understand its aims and values.
The curriculum at The Downs is designed to be rewarding and enjoyable, fostering a love for lifelong learning. The school places a strong emphasis on Christian values, promoting respect for others and the world. The dedicated staff celebrate individual successes and work collaboratively to create a supportive atmosphere conducive to learning.
The school is committed to inclusivity, with good disabled access and facilities available on site. The Downs also encourages community involvement, offering opportunities for prospective parents to tour the school and engage with staff to better understand its aims and values.
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Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DEAL EDUCATION ALLIANCE FOR LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 318
- Boys
- 159
- Girls
- 159
- FSM %
- 38.10
- Open date
- 2019-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 318 | 159 | 159 | 420 | 38.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 314 | 154 | 160 | 420 | 38.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 326 | 164 | 162 | 420 | 33.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 326 | 164 | 162 | 420 | 33.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 349 | 172 | 177 | 420 | 33.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 373 | 182 | 191 | 420 | 28.20 |
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