The Downs Primary School & Nursery
Welcome toThe Downs Primary School
Headteacher: Mr R Calderwood - It is my absolute pleasure to welcome you to The Downs Primary School and Nursery. We take great pride in serving our local community and aim to provide the best possible education for all of our pupils. We are a two-form entry school located close to the centre of Harlow. Despite being so close to the town centre, we benefit from being situated on large and beautiful grounds.
Latest News
- 02 Aug 2024
Back to School
We are looking forward to welcoming back children returning to The Downs and welcoming those who are joining us. We hope you are all having a fantastic summer spending time with your families. We are all very much looking forward to seeing you and your children who be in Year 1 - 6 o...
- 02 Aug 2024
Reception Open Days
We will be offering Open Day tours for new prospective parents to join our Reception cohort for 2025. Dates for parents to view the school community will be added in September 2024 For further questions or information please email admin@downs.essex.sch.uk To secure your child...
- 01 Aug 2024
Year 4 Mural at Town Park Paddling Pool
An arts project has brought fresh colour to the Town Park paddling pool with a new mural inspired by the work of our children. The mural was created by artist Els Morris with creative input from students at The Downs Primary School. Els worked with four classes at The Downs over three day...
- 18 Oct 2024
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Pupils from Year 6 went to Mark Hall Sports Centre for a Dodgeball tournament. Fast paced, action packed, dodging and weaving. The children had a great morning developing their agility and throwing skills. Mr Esteves was particularly proud of their sportsmanship and behaviour. https://t.co/4Qtxns9S2C
- 14 Oct 2024
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Year 3 have created their own modern versions of Stone age cave paintings by drawing playground scenes. https://t.co/itlDo9bePO
- 10 Oct 2024
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Last Monday children made delicous pizza faces. This week they made Mrs Whitelegg and Miss Owen's favourites: iced buns. Fantastic icing. https://t.co/LqlqrE6HWo
- 04 Oct 2024
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Pupils from years 5 and 6 went to Passmores Academy for the Football qualifiers. They managed to win two games, draw one and lose one. They finished second in the group. Mr Esteves was pleased with the boys' teamwork and good tactical awareness. https://t.co/dnQr1vdYcl
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