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Downside School (simply referred to as Downside) is an 11–18 mixed, Roman Catholic, independent, day and boarding school in Stratton-on-the-Fosse, Somerset, England. It was established in 1614 and is located in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Clifton.
The Move to England. In April 1814, the current School site was bought for £7,300 at Stratton-on-the-Fosse in Somerset. The monks and boys walked from Acton Burnell to the new School, a distance of 154 miles. A cedar tree was planted at the entrance to the grounds and still stands today.
Downside School, Stratton-on-the-Fosse, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4RJ. reception@downside.co.uk 01761 235100. Reg Charity Number: 1184700 Reg Company Number: 11751009
There really is never a dull moment at our Somerset boarding school. As one of the remaining traditional full boarding schools in the UK, Downside School life revolves around the six boarding houses: First, Second and Third Form boys join Powell House, before moving up to one of three senior boys’ houses; Barlow, Roberts or Smythe.
Downside School, Stratton-on-the-Fosse, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4RJ. reception@downside.co.uk 01761 235100. Reg Charity Number: 1184700 Reg Company Number: 11751009
DOWNSIDE SCHOOL FEES FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2024/25: One-off nights on an ad hoc basis, subject to availability, will be charged at £60 per night in the Junior School and £75 in the Senior School. EXEATS: The School remains open for international boarders over the Exeat weekends at a fee of £225 per child, per weekend.
Downside is home to 363 pupils where boarders and day pupils share six Houses, four for boys and two for girls. Stratton-on-the-Fosse. Bath. Somerset. BA3 4RJ. +44 (0)1761 235100. Contact email. Visit our website. View our school partnerships.
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