Commercial Enterprises

COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP

I wanted to let you know that I have received some great feedback from our coaches and umpires about the quality of the pitches at Downside School this summer, so thank you and to your team for all your hard work so far!

Somerset County Cricket

At Downside, we are committed to providing an environment, which nurtures young people through education, exploration, and challenge. Throughout the year, we are also delighted to work in partnership with you to enjoy our fabulous school whether that be to host your business meetings or away day, your swim school or for your County Cricket training – and of course much more.

The Commercial Enterprises department is purely focused on supporting you before and during your time at the School.

We very much look forward to working with you.

Issy Hartnell Director of Commercial Enterprises

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Founded in 1606, Downside is a co-educational, forward-thinking Catholic school. The School stands within 500 acres of magnificent Somerset countryside and is home to over 350 boarding and day pupils, aged between 11 and 18 years who attend from the United Kingdom and from all over the world.

The School is a collection of beautiful buildings both old and new, the most magnificent of which is the Abbey Church, visible like a beacon for miles around. The School’s campus and facilities are everything you would expect from a major independent school in the Somerset countryside and are enjoyed by current pupils and the wider community through our partnerships.

Located in south-west England, in the village of Stratton-on-the-Fosse, the School is close to the world heritage city of Bath. Easily accessible by train from London

Paddington to Bath Spa in 1 hour 20 minutes and is just a 40 minute drive from Bristol Airport. Heathrow Airport is also conveniently located just 2 hours away.

• 30 MINUTES FROM BATH

• 40 MINUTES FROM BRISTOL AIRPORT

• 1 HOUR 20 MINUTES FROM BATH SPA TO LONDON

PADDINGTON BY TRAIN

• EXTENSIVE PARKING AVAILABLE FOR GUESTS

• BEAUTIFUL SECURE GROUNDS IN THE HEART OF SOMERSET

FACILITY HIRE

We are pleased to offer the following wide range of facilities for hire:

• Accommodation for over 300 students and staff

• Catering available

• Cricket nets

• Cricket pavilion

• Cricket pitches

• Football pitches

• Hockey astros

• Indoor swimming pool

• Meeting rooms/conference with catering

• Sports hall

• Squash courts

• Tennis courts

• Theatre with 400 audience capacity

ACCOMMODATION

The School’s boarding facilities provide the opportunity for flexible hire. From single buildings accommodating 20 people, to the whole school providing accommodation for over 300, the School is the perfect solution for many groups. Please contact the Enterprises team to discuss your requirements.

COURSES

INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE COURSES (AGES 8-17)

We are delighted to welcome Kings Education to the School during the Easter and Summer holidays. With pupils arriving from all over the world, this truly international experience is a wonderful chance for your child to experience Downside in all its glory. For more information and bookings, please visit their website www.kingseducation.com

EASTER REVISION (GCSE / A LEVEL) APRIL 2022

We are pleased to announce Downside GCSE and A Level revision courses commencing in April 2023. The courses will:

• Cover GCSE and A level subjects (subject to availability).

• Be led by experienced teachers and often experienced senior examiners from Downside School, to ensure highly regarded staff are delivering the courses.

• Be limited to a maximum of 10 pupils per class to retain small and focussed class sizes.

• Provide you with the flexibility to book a full week of revision or by the half or full day. Supervised study is also on offer.

• Be non-residential.

Easter revision courses are open to everyone. You do not have to attend Downside, however

it is vital that the subject boards and exam content is checked prior to booking. Please note that we do not cover all boards. Subjects on offer are:

• English as an Additional Language

• Biology

• Chemistry

• French

• Geography

• Mathematics

• PE

• Physics

• Russian

• Spanish

• Sport BTEC

For more information, please contact Issy Hartnell, Director of Commercial Enterprises at enterprises@downside.co.uk

SWIMMING LESSONS (ALL AGES)

Children and Adult swimming lessons are provided by Swimcentral during various times throughout the week and take place in the Allen Baths. For more information and bookings, please visit www.swimcentral.org.uk. Advance booking is highly recommended due to high demand for places. Free parking available.

MULTI-ACTIVITY (AGES 11-14)

This year, we are also pleased to announce our new partnership with SuperCamps for children between the ages of 4 and 12 years. Their multiactivity camps are for those families looking for specialist course camps, available to book by day, or at a discounted rate if you book for the whole week. SuperCamps offer well organised and flexible childcare options. For more information and bookings, please visit www.supercamps.co.uk

ADMISSIONS

At Downside, it is our pleasure to work with families to ensure that the admissions process is a personal journey, which supports you and your child every step of the way.

Prospective parents and children are encouraged to attend one of our Open Mornings, and see the entire school at work. Or, if you would prefer, we can arrange an individual on-site or virtual visit to the School on a normal working day to meet the Head, talk with current pupils and tour our extensive facilities and stunning grounds.

To find out more about our admissions process or to visit the School, please contact us on +44 1761 235103 or admissions@downside.co.uk.

ENQUIRIES

To discuss your requirements or for further information, please contact the Commercial Enterprises department at enterprises@downside.co.uk or on +44 1761 235100