Selecting the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will ever make and one that we are delighted to assist you with as you consider The Downs Malvern as the possible foundation for your child’s education.
Our team are on hand to guide you from your initial enquiry all the way through to arranging visits or discussions with our Headmaster, Andy Nuttall.
We will also provide insights into our scholarships and bursaries and address any questions you may have along the journey.
Throughout the admissions process, we will ensure that you and your child have all the support and guidance necessary to provide the smoothest and the most enjoyable experience for you all.
Our school welcomes children at various stages of their academic journey, from Nursery to Year 8. Our excellent pastoral care, complemented by peer support through our buddy system, ensures children settle in quickly- soon feeling at home in our warm school environment. At The Downs Malvern, we take pride in fostering a caring and supportive community and this approach underpins our unwavering ethos for inclusion and kindness.
Whether you join us on one of our Open Days or for a private tour, expect a very warm welcome. During your visit you will discover that our pupils are our very best ambassadors: exuberant, and energised, fired with enthusiasm for everything they do, and passionate about learning.
The first step is to complete the Enquiry Form.
Share details of your child with us by completing our Enquiry Form. You may also discuss a potential enrolment with by sending us an email registrar@thedownsmalvern.org.uk or calling us on +44 (0)1684 544 100.
Experience the magic of The Downs first hand with either a personalised tour of the campus to meet staff and pupils, or attend one of our Open Days. If you are overseas and unable to travel, we will happily arrange a video call with our Headmaster, Andy Nuttall.
Our Admissions Team will invite you to Register your child with us, which is completed online. If your child is already attending school, you will also be asked to share your child’s last two school reports and a copy of their passport.
All pupils registering with The Downs Malvern can automatically be registered (at no additional cost) with our Senior School, Malvern College. If your child is applying to join us in Year 7 or Year 8, your child will be invited to complete testing for continuation onto our Senior School, Malvern College at the appropriate time.
Your child will be invited to join us for an optional Taster Day or a Boarding Experience with us, which allows us to get to know your child better. Multiple visits are permitted to ensure The Downs Malvern is a good fit for your child.
Once all elements of the admissions process have been completed, successful applicants will then be offered a place. Upon accepting an offer, applicants submit the Acceptance Form along with the required documents and payment of the Acceptance Deposit to secure a place at the school.
Waiting lists are sometimes in operation; where this is the case our team will ensure you are kept up to date with likely enrolment dates.
We recommend beginning the admissions process as early as you can. Many families enquire a year or more in advance, but we also welcome applications throughout the year wherever places are available. Our Admissions Team is always happy to advise on current availability and the best timing for your child.
We consider whether a child will flourish within our school environment. This includes a review of their current school report, a short age-appropriate assessment where appropriate, a meeting with senior staff and feedback gathered from the Taster Day. Our aim is always to ensure that The Downs Malvern is the right setting for your child’s learning, wellbeing and long-term development.
A Taster Day or visit allows them to meet teachers, make friends and explore the campus. Keeping routines steady at home and talking positively about the move also helps. Our staff will guide you through every step so your child feels ready and confident.
Yes, we welcome applications throughout the year, particularly from families moving due to work or military postings. We ensure a smooth transition regardless of when the application is submitted.
Yes, every year we welcome international pupils from all over the world. Our Admissions team can support you through the process, including arranging virtual tours, meetings with staff and guidance on documentation. We offer boarding from Year 3 upwards, which provides a warm and supportive home-from-home for pupils joining us from overseas.
There’s no formal deadline, but we advise early registration due to limited spaces. Our Admissions team will be more than happy to guide you through our current availability.
