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Somerset

Downside School

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Ages11–18
Pupils249
GenderCo-educational
AttendanceBoarding school
Boy to girl ratio55:45
Religious affiliationRoman Catholic

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2026/27 directory

Annual fees

Year groupDayBoarding
Year 8£24,210Includes VAT£40,350Includes VAT
Year 11£31,035Includes VAT£53,985Includes VAT
Year 13£31,035Includes VAT£53,985Includes VAT

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Academic profile

Exam results

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GCSE grades 7–9 (2025)
48%
A-level grades A*–A (2025)
30%
GCSE local state average
17.9%
Sixth-form local state average
25%
GCSE vs national private average
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Sixth form vs national private average
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On-site facilities

Squash courtsIndoor poolGymTheatreTennis courtsCombined Cadet ForceRecording studio