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The Downley School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

The Downley School is a academy sponsor led primary school in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 380 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

380

Pupils

420

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Inadequate

Ofsted 2022

The Downley School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Downley School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Buckinghamshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 90% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Buckinghamshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Buckinghamshire catchment area documents →

The Downley School — School Information

Full address
Faulkner Way, Downley, High Wycombe, HP13 5AL
Local authority
Buckinghamshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
11.1% of pupils
DfE URN
149485

Other Primary Schools in High Wycombe

If The Downley School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in High Wycombe are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Downley School

Is The Downley School oversubscribed?

The Downley School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Downley School?

Admission to The Downley School is managed by Buckinghamshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does The Downley School cover?

The Downley School is a primary school in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Downley School?

The Downley School was rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.