Downs View Special School
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 3-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Warren Road Woodingdean Brighton East Sussex BN2 6BB |
| Phone | 01273601680 |
| Reference Number | 114680 |
Downs View Special School continues to demonstrate exceptional performance, maintaining the high standards established in previous inspections. The school prioritizes the individual needs of pupils, ensuring a conducive environment for learning where pupils feel proud and supported. With strong attendance rates and exemplary behavior, students benefit from tailored curricular and personal development opportunities that equip them for their future. The school's emphasis on teaching critical life skills and effective communication further enhances their educational quality.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 223 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 74.89%
Girls: 25.11% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 62.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 14.8% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 | 3 | 17 |
| 2 | 16 | 3 | 19 |
| 3 | 13 | 2 | 15 |
| 4 | 10 | 4 | 14 |
| 5 | 12 | 3 | 15 |
| 6 | 12 | 3 | 15 |
| 7 | 14 | 4 | 18 |
| 8 | 10 | 3 | 13 |
| 9 | 11 | 4 | 15 |
| 10 | 10 | 5 | 15 |
| 11 | 10 | 7 | 17 |
| 12 | 10 | 3 | 13 |
| 13 | 12 | 4 | 16 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 69.5% |
| White, Other | 5.8% |
| African | 4.5% |
| White & Asian | 2.7% |
| Unclassified | 2.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.2% |
| Asian, Other | 2.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0.4% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 17 Jun 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 Jun 2025 | School inspection |
| 11 Feb 2020 | School inspection |
| 17 May 2016 | Short inspection |
| 13 Jun 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 18 May 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 23 May 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Sep 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional education tailored to individual needs.
- High expectations lead to excellent pupil achievement.
- Strong focus on reading, communication, and personal development.
- Effective collaboration with therapists for maximizing learning.
- Positive school community promoting respect and support among pupils.
- Dedicated staff providing thoughtful professional development.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -12.4 | ||
| Writing | -11.6 | ||
| Maths | -12.9 |
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