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The Downe House PodcastSupport for Multilingual LearnersSummaryIn this episode of the Downe House Podcast, Simon Jones explores how Downe House School supports multilingual learners, particularly those for whom English is an additional language. He is joined by Mrs Nicola South-Kline, teacher in charge of EAL (English as an Additional Language), along with two pupils, Angel and Angela, who share their personal journeys.Nicola outlines the school’s comprehensive EAL provision, including assessment, one-to-one lessons, academic writing support, and preparation for IELTS – an internationally recognised English proficiency test essential for university applications, especially in the UK and US.Angel, from...2025-07-0316 min
The Downe House PodcastAn Open Approach to NeurodiversitySummaryWelcome to the Downe House podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this episode, we’re shining the light on our Learning Skills Department, a department which focuses on individual progress, in a way bespoke way to suit each pupil. There is no one ‘right’ way of thinking, learning, and behaving and in our school and differences are embraced and supported. Simon Jones speaks to Miss Sophie Appleton Wyeth, SENDCO and Head of Academic Support and three pupils Zara, Polly, and Serena.Sophie explains how her team of specialist teachers provide...2025-06-1919 min
The Downe House PodcastWelcome to York!SummaryIn this episode of the Downe House Podcast, host Simon Jones takes a closer look at life in York House, one of the sixth form boarding houses at Downe House School, as the school prepares to welcome a new cohort of pupils in September. He is joined by Head of House Booth, along with Housemistresses Mrs Beth Mears-Smith and Mrs Stephanie Waite-Roberts, who share insights into the unique character and community of the house.The conversation explores everything from boarding routines and academic life to friendships, wellbeing, and even dogs. Jemima reflects on her...2025-06-0523 min
The Downe House PodcastPuppy TherapySummaryIn this episode, Simon Jones explores how Downe House supports pupils during exam season through wellbeing initiatives, focusing on the ever-popular “puppy therapy” sessions. He speaks with pupils Chloe and Lorna, Examinations Officer Mrs Clara Pilkington, and Curtis Henry from Paws in Work, the organisation that provides the puppies. Together, they reflect on how puppy therapy offers a joyful, calming escape from exam stress, and discuss the wider measures Downe House takes to help girls manage pressure and maintain balance during this important part of the academic year.Takeaways• Puppy therapy is a high...2025-05-2220 min
The Downe House PodcastA Slower ChildhoodWelcome to the Downe House podcast where you can learn More about Downe House School. In this episode, we're discussing the importance of giving children a slower childhood and not growing up too fast. In this episode, we are privileged to be joined by Mr Andrew De Silva, Head of the Oratory Prep School, one of our feeder schools, together with Serena in Year 8 who's looking forward to joining Downe in September along with Mrs Ellie Llewellyn, our Director of Pupil Wellbeing, and pupil Vanda who's now at Downe but was once at the OPS....2025-05-0827 min
The Downe House PodcastThe Exploring Europe ProgrammeWelcome to the Downe House podcast where you can learn More about Downe House School. In this episode, we're highlighting exploring Europe, a new programme of discovery for our lower school which is being introduced in September 2025. The programme will be centred around four separate five day trips to different and diverse parts of Europe. Joining Simon in the podcast is Mrs Emma McKendrick, Headmistress, Miss Kate Eaves, Assistant Head of Lower School, Mrs Jenny Grant Head of History and Politics and Mrs Charlotte Sabnis, Head of Modern Foreign Languages.LinksDowne House...2025-04-2421 min
UX PodcastService literacy with Lou Downe
S03E07 (#335). Lou Downe, author of Good Services and former director of design for the UK government joins us in this episode. We sat down with Lou and asked—Where is service design going wrong, and are we even doing service design?
Among the topics we discussed were: The complexity of modern services and the complete reliance on infrastructure, as well as the importance of service literacy for leaders.
“Sometimes it’s the first time that [managers] have seen or experienced the service that they’re providing. It’s a bit like a chef basically cooking a...2025-03-2841 min
The Downe House PodcastOur Ski TeamWelcome to the Downe House podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this episode, we're spotlighting our Ski Team, which recently returned from four days in Flaine. Competing in the British Schoolgirls Ski Races, where competitors came back with their biggest ever haul of medals and trophies. Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to two of these medal winners, pupils Jennifer and Flora, and Mrs Lamont, who led the trip.LinksDowne House online Website: www.downehouse.net 2025-03-2017 min
The Downe House PodcastMusic at DowneWelcome to the Downe House podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this episode we're spotlighting our strong and vibrant music department, a department which centres on elite performance and excellence for some, but also has a wider remit of making music accessible to everyone.In this episode our host Simon Jones meets Mr Alex Leadbeater, our Director of Music, along with pupils Serena and Isabella in the Upper Sixth.LinksDowne House online Website: www.downehouse.net 2025-03-0621 min
Talk on the Wild SideA Walk Through Time at Downe Bank🎙️ New Episode: A Walk Through Time at Downe Bank 🌿🦋Join Talk on the Wild Side as Rob Smith meets Kent Wildlife Trust Warden Paul Glanfield at the breathtaking Downe Bank Nature Reserve in Bromley! Once a favourite retreat of Charles Darwin, this rare chalk grassland is now under consideration as a World Heritage Site, and for good reason.Discover the vibrant biodiversity of this historic site, home to rare orchids and fluttering meadow brown butterflies. Learn how hardy sheep help maintain this precious ecosystem through careful autumn grazing. From the wonders of chalk grasslands...2025-02-2427 min
The Downe House PodcastWorld Book Day - Encouraging a love of readingWelcome to the Downe House podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. With World Book Day on the horizon we're spotlighting our wonderful library. A department which engages and develops in our pupils a love for books and reading. In this episode our host Simon Jones, meets our Murray Centre Manager Miss Dani Kirby, along with pupils Phoebe in Remove, Year 7 and Charlotte in the Lower 4th or Year 8.`LinksGoodreadsThe Midnight LibraryDowne House online Website: www.downehouse.net 2025-02-2023 min
The Downe House PodcastBoarding - with special guest Mr. Jonny Timms, Headmaster of Walhampton Prep School Welcome to the Downe House Podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we're shining a light on our feeder schools and looking at how they prepare their girls for their future at Downe House. In this episode, we're looking at boarding, and how boarding at prep school can help ease the transition to boarding at senior school. Joining Simon Jones on the podcast this week is Mr. Jonny Timms, Headmaster of Walhampton Prep School in the New Forest, Mr. Matt Godfrey, Deputy Head at Downe House, Walhampton pupil Ayley in...2025-02-0625 min
The Downe House PodcastResilience – with special guest Mr Magoo Giles, Principal of Knightsbridge SchoolS12:E2 - Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we're shining a light on our feeder schools and looking at how they prepare their girls for their future at down house with over 180 schools who regularly send pupils to us. Girls come to us with varied experiences, but all prepared for the journey ahead with an established set of values and principles. It's our job then to build on them further. Joining us on the podcast this week is Mr. Magoo Giles, Founder an...2025-01-2321 min
The Downe House PodcastKindness – with special guest, Rupert Hawkins from Thomas’s BatterseaS12:E1 - Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we're shining a light on our feeder schools and looking at how they prepare their girls for their future at Downe House. With over 180 schools who regularly send pupils to us, girls come to us with varied experiences, but all prepared for the journey ahead with an established set of values and principles. It's our job then to build on them further. To start us off, we're privileged to be joined by Mr. Rupert...2025-01-0925 min
The Downe House PodcastOur youngest boardersS11:E8 - Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this episode, we're shining the light on our youngest boarders in the school in Remove, or Year 7, who joined us in September at 11 years old. Joining Simon Jones on the podcast this week is Kim Collingwood Housemistress of Hermitage, one of our lower school boarding houses, and pupils Farah, Zoe and Annabel, representing all three lower school houses.They joined Simon to talk about their first term boarding. Downe House online Website: ww...2025-01-0221 min
The Downe House PodcastOur New Mobile Phone PolicyS11:E7 - Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this episode, we're discussing screens and how we manage them at school, supporting girls to develop better connections with each other and with their devices. Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to Miss Georgie Taylor, Head of Sixth Form, along with Astrid and Amelia in the Upper Sixth and Lena in the Lower SixthDowne House online Website: www.downehouse.net 2024-12-1026 min
The Downe House PodcastGlobal Internships - TechoracoS11:E6 - Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this episode, we're revisiting global internships and the opportunities offered to our sixth formers to gain valuable work experience, often overseas in a variety of industries. we are privileged to be joined by one of our past parents, Ros Irving, who generously offered a week's internship with Tecora-Co, an event company at the ITW event in Washington, DC, last summer.Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to Ros, along with Mrs. Mireille Cook, Global Internship Coordinator, and...2024-11-2123 min
The Downe House PodcastElite LacrosseS11:E5- Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this episode, we're looking at a sport which has a long and successful history at Downe House, and that is lacrosse. Often referred to as the fastest game on two feet, lacrosse continues to grow in popularity, with girls aspiring not only to represent their school, but often their country. Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to Anna Neville, Downe house Alumni 2020, currently playing for England, Miss Charlotte Williams, Director of Sport, currently playing for Wales, and...2024-11-0126 min
The Downe House PodcastThe Learn to Lead ProjectS11:E4- Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this episode, we're looking at women in leadership, and at a program that's available to our pupils in the Sixth Form to empower all girls, whatever their strengths or personality, to lead. The Learn to Lead Project is a bespoke training program using project work, team coaching, and individual mentoring to develop a whole range of skills to make our girls world ready once they leave Downe House. Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to alumni Lucia...2024-10-1728 min
The Downe House PodcastDowne House in KenyaS11:E3- Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this episode we are given a very special insight into two trips that the school recently made to Kenya, where pupils where given a unique insight into the rich culture of this very special African country and where also encouraged to give back and make a difference. Our host Simon Jones speaks to Mrs Genevieve Ford, Deputy Head Pastoral who lead the trip and Mrs Sofie McClymont, Director of Boarding who accompanied her. He is also joined by...2024-10-0329 min
The Downe House PodcastBroadening choice for families – new for September 2025S11:E2- Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. We begin this series with two very special guests who are joining our headmistress, Emma McKendrick, to discuss the new changes we're bringing in in September 2025. To give more choice to our families, we're widening the way you can access a Downe House education, increasing our day pupil numbers and introducing flexi boarding for the first time.Downe House online Website: www.downehouse.net 2024-09-1926 min
The Downe House PodcastBeing a Parent AmbassadorS11:E1- Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. If you're a new parent to Downe House, or you're thinking of choosing Downe House for your daughter, then you may be interested to learn more about the role of parent ambassadors, and how they support the school. We'll be looking at their role in admissions, and ways they support new and prospective families in future episodes.Downe House online Website: www.downehouse.net 2024-09-0524 min
The Downe House PodcastEnterprise at DowneS10:E6- Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this episode, we're looking at enterprise and at some of the ways Downe House girls are empowered to develop their business, financial and entrepreneurial skills. Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to Mrs Nina Cochran (Teacher of Economics and Business), and pupils Isabella and Charlotte both in the Lower Sixth (Year 12). Downe House online Website: www.downehouse.net 2024-06-2721 min
The Downe House PodcastOur Site and Our WoodlandS10:E5- Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School.In this episode, we're looking at the school site and the wonderful opportunities and benefits it offers the community. We're fortunate to be situated in some of the most stunning countryside Berkshire has to offer, but also close enough to get to London in only 40 minutes by train.Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to Mrs Hannah Pilgrim, Head of Co Curricular, Miss Georgiana Oldham, Housemistress of Willis, and pupils Freya and Harriet from the Lower Sixth (Year 12).2024-06-1321 min
The Downe House PodcastLeading with WellbeingS10:E4 - Welcome to the Downe House podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School.Pupil wellbeing is a buzz word in education that we hear a lot but what does it look like in practice? In this podcast, we’re focusing on wellbeing and its importance in our community at Downe House. Our host Simon Jones, is joined by Mrs Ellen Llewellyn (Director of Pupil Wellbeing) and two Wellbeing pupil Ambassadors, Alice and Emi, from the Lower Sixth (Year 12). Downe House online Website: www.downehouse.net 2024-05-0922 min
The Downe House PodcastSettling in at 11+S10:E1 - Welcome to the Downe House podcast, particularly to those families who'll be joining our school this September, as this series is just for you. In this episode, we're looking at what happens next if you're joining our Lower School in Remove (Year 7) or Lower Fourth (Year 8).Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to Miss Kate Eves (Head of Lower School), and pupils Sadie, Amrit and Bea, who joined us new last year.Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2024-04-1118 min
The Downe House PodcastSettling in at 13+S10:E2 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast particularly to those families who will be joining our school this September, as this series is just for you. In this episode, we are looking at what happens next if you are joining our Upper School in Upper Fourth (Year 9) or Lower Fifth (Year 10).Our host Simon Jones speaks to Mrs Alison Compton-Ilott (Head of Upper Fourth), and pupils Libby and Belle who joined us new last year. Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2024-04-1122 min
The Downe House PodcastSettling in at 16+S10:E3 - Welcome to the Downe House podcast, particularly to those families who will be joining our school this September, as this series is just for you. In this episode, we're looking at what happens next if you're joining our Sixth Form.Our host, Simon Jones speaks to Miss Georgina Taylor (Head of Sixth Form) and pupils Zoe and Eve, who joined us new last year.Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2024-04-1122 min
The Downe House PodcastA Gentle Transition to 11+ BoardingS9:E6 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. If you’re nervous about sending your child to boarding school, particularly at age 11, then this episode is a must listen for you. We're focusing on boarding in our Lower School (Years 7 and 8) and how we support our pupils (and parents!) to transition to boarding in the gentlest and most seamless way possible. We work together with parents to ensure boarding works for your family and your unique circumstances.Our host, Simon Jones, is joined by Miss Anna Lister (Hou...2024-03-2818 min
Der Trashtaucher#124 - OFFICER DOWNE (2016)DER HÄRTESTE FICKER IN GANZ FUCKING L.A.Officer Downe sorgt auf brutalste Weise für Gerechtigkeit, während er ein unsterbliches Geheimnis trägt. Er ist weit mehr als der ultimative Mensch, er ist der ultimative Cop! Nicht einmal der Tod selbst kann Officer Downe stoppen! Ein einzigartiges telepathisches Wissenschafts-Experiment lässt ihn als Geißel der Unterwelt von L.A. immer wieder auferstehen. Dieser Cop kriegt nie genug und kommt immer wieder - sogar aus dem Grab! (DVD-Klappentext Eurovideo Medien)Was kommt raus, wenn ein kloppwütiger Horrorclown und ein sadistischer Comicautor sich zusammentun, um eine...2024-03-221h 17
The Downe House PodcastGlobal Internships at Downe HouseS9:E5 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we are focusing on ways the School looks forward to the future and leads the sector. One of the unique experiences we offer at Downe House, is the opportunity to undertake an internship abroad, in a whole variety of different professional sectors. In this episode, our host Simon Jones speaks to Ms Marya Akhtar (Director of Global Partnerships), and pupils Jocelyn, Iona and Zara from the Upper Sixth (Year 13). Downe House online...2024-03-1422 min
The Downe House PodcastArtificial Intelligence at Downe HouseS9:E4 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we are focusing on ways the School looks forward to the future and leads the sector. One development we are looking at closely as a school community is Artificial Intelligence, or AI, and its place in the classroom and in education generally. In this episode our host Simon Jones, speaks to Mrs Emma McKendrick (Headmistress), Mrs Jane Basnett (Director of Digital Learning) and Digital Ambassadors, Astrid in the Lower Sixth (Year 12) and Sophie in the Lower...2024-02-2925 min
Television Times with Steve Otis GunnMark Trevorrow (A.K.A. Bob Downe): From Camp Icon to Cabaret StarMark Trevorrow (A.K.A. Bob Downe): From Camp Icon to Cabaret Star🎧 Episode Overview:In this episode, Mark Trevorrow, the man behind the iconic character Bob Downe, shares insights into his illustrious career. He discusses Bob's rise to fame, his experiences on comedy cruises, and his role in one of the first-ever digital TV shows. Highlights include:Bob Downe's UK Debut: Mark recounts Bob's introduction to late-night audiences in Edinburgh and his subsequent popularity in the UKComedy Cruises: Insights into performing comedy aboard cruises and maintaining energy during showsDigital TV Milestone: Discussing the mak...2024-02-2257 min
The Downe House PodcastExcellence In TeachingS9:E3 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we are focusing on ways the School looks forward to the future and leads the sector. Promoting excellence in teaching and allowing our teachers to collaborate and share expertise is at the beating heart of the School. In this episode our host Simon Jones, speaks to Mr Hugh Grant (Deputy Head - Academic), Dr Andrew Atherton (Director of Learning and Research) and pupils Yasmin and Anjola from the Lower Sixth (Year 12). Downe House online2024-02-1521 min
The Downe House PodcastDowne House RiyadhS9:E2 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we are focusing on ways the School looks forward to the future and leads the sector. One exciting development for us is the opening of our sister schools in the Middle East.In this episode our host Simon Jones, speaks to Marya Akhtar (Director of Global Partnerships) Adele O'Doherty, (Principal, DH Riyadh) and pupils Molly and Ruby both in the Upper Sixth (Year 13) at Downe House, UK.Downe House onlineWebsite: www...2024-02-0123 min
The Downe House PodcastThe Respect ProjectS9:E1 -We are delighted to share with you the first episode in our next series of podcasts highlighting some of the exciting developments at Downe House. In this episode we look at the strategic partnership Downe House shares with Radley College and in particular the Respect Project, a pupil led project which brings the two schools together to collaborate socially, academically and across co-curricular activities. Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to Mr Matt Godfrey, Deputy Head, pupils Zara and Will in the Upper Sixth from the two schools and Author and Researcher, Chloe Combi.2024-01-1130 min
The Downe House PodcastChristmas at Downe HouseS8:E7 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In our last episode of this series we are looking at one of the biggest celebrations of the year that truly brings the community together: Christmas.From tree decorating and festive parties in the boarding houses to carol services and the famous Downe House Christmas lunch - the festive spirit is alive and well at Downe House!Today our host Simon Jones speaks to our Chaplain Rev. Platt and pupils Sidney and Phillipa both in the Remove (Ye...2023-12-1619 min
The Downe House PodcastIntroducing Religion, Philosophy and PsychologyS8:E6 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we'll be focusing on events at the school which bring the community together. Every term one of the faculties in the school hosts a residency in the Murray Centre for all of the school to enjoy. This term has been the turn of the Religion, Psychology and Philosophy Faculty which is headed up by Mr Matt Hall. Our host Simon Jones spoke to Matt after the residency and was joined by Clemmie from the Up...2023-11-1621 min
The Downe House PodcastAlumnae Reunions: Bethany and IsabelS8:E5 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we'll be focusing on events at the school which bring the community together. In this episode, we'll be hearing from two alumna who attended the recent Five Year Reunion for the class of 2018.Our host Simon Jones, speaks to Bethany Perry and Isabel Wood about their time at Downe House and the beginnings of their career journey after university.Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2023-10-2620 min
The Downe House PodcastHouse DramaS8:E4 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we'll be focusing on events at the school which bring the community together.Just last weekend, we hosted the annual House Drama Competition, a competition which involves every pupil in the school and encourages the houses to make new bonds across the year groups.Our host, Simon Jones, spoke to Mr Chris Gould, Director of Dance and Drama, straight after last weekend's event. He was joined by pupils Hope and Helena, Both from the wi...2023-10-1222 min
The Downe House PodcastInter-year Bonding at Downe HouseS8:E3 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we'll be focusing on events at the school which bring the community together.We have, of course, just welcomed 118 new pupils and their parents to the Downe House community. Our host Simon Jones speaks to Sophie Hughes, Housemistress of Darwin, and pupils Emily and Hannah, both in the Upper Sixth (Year 13), about how these pupils are supported and encouraged to make friendships across the school.Downe House onlineWebsite: www.do...2023-09-2820 min
The Downe House PodcastIntroduction to the Sixth FormS8:E2 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we'll be focusing on events at the school which bring the community together.In this special episode, we'll be looking at the Sixth Form and all the wonderful opportunities on offer in the final top two years of the school. We're proud at Downe House that nearly all girls stay on for the Sixth Form benefiting from the strong relationships they've made with their teachers over their time here.In this episode, our host Si...2023-09-1523 min
The Downe House PodcastFounder's WeekendS8:E1 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we'll be focusing on events which bring the community together. What better way to start than to take a look at Founder's Weekend, our biggest and best weekend of the year. Our host, Simon Jones, spoke to Mrs Philippa Toogood, Assistant Head (Operations) who oversees the weekend, straight after last term's event. She was joined by pupils Cecilia, now in the Upper Fourth (Year Nine) and Izzy, now in the Upper Sixth (Year 13).Do...2023-09-0721 min
The Downe House PodcastWhat to pack?S7:E7 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. We're looking forward in this series to focusing on useful insights and information for families joining us this September.In this episode, we'll be learning more about what to pack. Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to our Assistant Head of Lower School, Ms Kate Eaves, and pupils Anya in the Lower Fourth (Year 8) and Cassie in the Lower Sixth (Year 12).Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2023-07-0619 min
The Downe House PodcastDining at Downe HouseS7:E6 - Welcome to The Downe House Podcast, where you can learn more about Downe House School. We're looking forward in this series to focusing on useful insights and information for families joining us this September.In this episode, we'll be learning more about one of the most important aspects of the Downe House experience - the food!Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to our Head Chef, Mr Phil Weston, and two pupils, Clemmie, in Remove (Year 7) and Sasha in Upper Fourth (Year 9).Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2023-06-2219 min
The Downe House PodcastHealth and WellbeingS7:E5 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. We're looking forward in this series to focusing on useful insights and information for families joining us this September. In this episode, we'll be learning more about the health and wellbeing support available for your daughter.Downe House has a dedicated Health Centre onsite with 24/7 medical care available if girls need it. Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to; Miss Gemma Palmer, Nurse Manager of the Health Centre, Mrs Justine Rigby, Matron of one of the Upper School Ho...2023-06-0820 min
The Downe House PodcastBeing a Downe House ParentS7:E4 - Welcome to the Downe House podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we're looking forward to focusing on useful insights and information for families joining us this September. In this episode, we'll be learning more about the parent experience and how the school works in partnership with parents to support their daughter at every step.In this episode our host, Simon Jones, speaks to Mr Matt Godfrey, our Deputy Head, and parents Laura and Andy from the UK, and Nathalie and Gilles from the Netherlands.2023-05-2525 min
The Downe House PodcastIntroducing the Microsoft SurfaceS7:E3 - Welcome to the Downe House podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. We're looking forward in this series to focusing on useful insights and information for families joining us this September. In this episode, we'll be learning more about the Microsoft Surface, which all pupils are required to use when they join Downe House.We'll be learning about how pupils use them in the classroom and how Downe House is proudly accredited as a Microsoft Showcase School. Our host Simon Jones speaks to Jane Basnet, Director of...2023-05-1224 min
The Downe House PodcastSpeech & Drama with Mrs Watson, Eliza and OttaviaS7:E2 - Welcome to the Downe House podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. We're looking forward in this series to focusing on useful insights and information for families joining us this September. In this episode we'll be learning more about the speech and drama opportunities open to all year groups when girls join Downe House. Our host, Simon Jones, will be speaking to Mrs Rebecca Watson, Head of Extra Curricular Drama, and pupils Eliza from the Lower Sixth and Ottavia from UIV (Year 9).Downe House onlineWebsite: www...2023-04-2723 min
The Downe House PodcastWhat to ExpectS7:E1 - Welcome to the Downe House podcast where you can learn more about Downe House school. Series 7 is titled 'Preparing for Downe House' and is dedicated to all the families joining us this September. We're looking forward to sharing useful insights and key information with you, including, discussing New Girls’ Open Day, introducing the Health Centre, finding out more about Microsoft Surfaces and hearing from the girls about what to pack. In this episode, our host, Simon Jones is speaking to Mrs Tara Reeve (Director of Admissions) about everything you can expect between now and Se...2023-04-1321 min
The Downe House PodcastA Spotlight on the World Ready ProgrammeS6:E7 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we spotlight areas of the school which our listeners have told us they'd like to know more about. In this episode, we find out more about the World Ready programme, an array of opportunities in the Sixth Form, preparing girls for life beyond Downe House. In this episode our host Simon Jones speaks to Miss Kerry Treacy, Housemistress of York and Head of Lower Sixth Designate, and pupils Willow and Mo in Upper Sixth (Year 13).2023-04-0621 min
The Downe House PodcastA Spotlight on the Global Exchange ProgrammeS6:E6 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we spotlight areas of the school which our listeners have told us they'd like to know more about. In this episode, we find out more about the Global Exchange Programme, an opportunity for girls in Lower Fifth (Year 10) and Lower Sixth (Year 12) to experience life in one of our partner schools around the globe, and for their girls to spend time with us here at Downe.In this episode, our host Simon Jones, speaks t...2023-03-2319 min
The Downe House PodcastA Spotlight on STEMS6:E5 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we spotlight areas of the school which our listeners have told us they'd like to know more about. In this episode, we find out more about STEM at Downe House and the opportunities for girls to explore all things relating to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.Our host Simon Jones, speaks to Mr Charlie Littledale (Head of STEM) and pupils, Charlotte and Alice, both in the Lower Sixth (Year 12).Downe House online2023-03-0921 min
The Downe House PodcastA Spotlight on DH LINKS, our alumnae network.S6:E4 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House school. In this series, we spotlight areas of the school which our listeners have told us they'd like to know more about. Today, we spotlight DH LINKS, a network which brings together alumnae, parents and girls to share professional knowledge, guidance and advice.Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to our Director of External Relations, Mrs Alexandra Barlow and pupils, Gabby and Hermione in the Upper Sixth (Year 13).Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2023-02-2322 min
STAGES with Peter EyersThe STAGES Podcast - World Pride Series - Drag Divas, Legends and Icons; Oh My! - BOB DOWNEIt’s World Pride 2023 and the queer globe is converging on Sydney Australia to celebrate diversity, inclusion, community and fabulousness!
To mark this momentous event the STAGES podcast is saluting the cast of captivating drag divas and personalities who have been featured on the podcast during the past 5 seasons.
They are artists who have appeared on national and global stages; thrilling audiences, making a difference, healing community and expressing unique and wondrous talents.
We spotlight these episodes so you can savour a second listen - or so you can sample the delights of th...2023-02-181h 02
The Downe House PodcastThe School DayS6:E3 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we're answering questions from you, our listeners, and in this episode we learn more about the structure of the school day and how not one day is the same for any of our pupils. Downe House recognises that every pupil at the school is an individual with different strengths, passions and interests.Our host Simon Jones, speaks to Miss Rosie McCann, Housemistress of Holcombe, along with pupils, Camilla from the Lower Sixth (Year 12) and Sophia from...2023-02-0923 min
The Downe House PodcastFun at DowneS6:E2 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House school. In this series, we're answering questions from you, our listeners.In this episode we learn more about down time at Downe and the opportunities girls have to build strong friendships through shared experiences and fun.This weekend the fair came to Downe and our host Simon Jones speaks to Mrs Hannah Pilgrim, Head of Co-curricular Activities with pupils Mia and Anna both in Lower Fourth (Year 8).Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2023-01-2620 min
The Downe House PodcastFutures at Downe with Mrs Sarah Barnard and Pupils from Year 13S6:E1 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House school. In this series, we spotlight areas of the school which our listeners have told us they'd like to know more about. Today, we spotlight the Futures department, a large team of specialist staff, who support and advise pupils on higher education, careers and other exciting pathways and opportunities after Downe HouseOur host, Simon Jones, speaks to Mrs Sarah Barnard, Director of Futures with pupils Amy, Anya and Izzy all in the Upper Sixth (Year 13).D...2023-01-0519 min
The Downe House PodcastA spotlight on The Elective Programme with Mr Tim Breeze and Pupils from Years 10 and 11S5:E7 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House school. In this series, we spotlight areas of the school which our listeners have told us they'd like to know more about. Today, we spotlight the Elective Programme, an academic selection of university-style super-curricular modules girls can take alongside their curriculum classes to inspire learning for learning's sake and to challenge the academically curious.Our host, Simon Jones, talks to Mr Tim Breeze, Head of Electives, along with Ivie and Maria (Lower Fifth/Year 10) and Anjola (Upper Fifth/Y...2022-12-0123 min
The Downe House PodcastA spotlight on Drama with Rob Castell, Head of Drama Enrichment and Drama Scholars Honor and RoseS5:E6 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we spotlight areas of the school, which our listeners have told us they would like to know more about. A spotlight on Drama and Dance – Today, we spotlight the Drama and Dance department which has recently taken residency in the Murray Centre, showcasing all that the department has to offer.Simon Jones speaks to Rob Castell, Head of Drama Enrichment, and Drama Scholars Honor and Rose, sisters in the Lower Sixth and Lower Fifth (Ye...2022-11-1723 min
The Downe House PodcastA spotlight on Sport with Mrs Gaunt Head of Lacrosse, Miss Bonwick Graduate Sports Assistant and two Pupils, Elizabeth and AngelaS5:E5 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we spotlight areas of the school, which our listeners have told us they would like to know more about. A spotlight on Sport – Today, we spotlight sport, but particularly elite sport, and the opportunity for pupils to play at national and international level in a number of different disciplines.Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2022-11-0328 min
The Downe House PodcastA spotlight on Art with Kirsten Mortimer and Pupils, Ophelia and AliceS5:E4 - Welcome to the Downe House Podcast where you can learn more about Downe House School. In this series, we spotlight areas of the school, which our listeners have told us they would like to know more about. A spotlight on Art – our vibrant department where students can explore a range of disciplines from Fine Art, Textiles, Photography and 3D Design. Our host Simon Jones speaks to Mrs Kirsten Mortimer, Director of Creative Arts with pupils Ophelia and Alice in the Upper Fifth, year 11.Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2022-10-2023 min
The Downe House PodcastA spotlight on Leadership with Headmistress Emma McKendrick, Lola and CleoS5:E3 - In this episode we spotlight leadership, an important skill for every pupil in our community to develop. Our host Simon Jones speaks to our Headmistress Emma McKendrick, about why leadership is important and how girls are encouraged to find their own style of leadership true to themselves. She is joined by the new Head Senior for this year, Lola, and the new Deputy Head Senior, Cleo. Both in Upper Sixth.Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2022-10-0622 min
The Downe House PodcastA spotlight on Languages with Mrs Jane Basnett, Amy and MenaS5:E2 - In this episode we spotlight languages, where girls are inspired to learn, love and take up a wide range of different languages. Our host Simon Jones speaks to Mrs Jane Basnett, our Head of Modern Languages and Amy and Mena, in the Upper Sixth all studying languages at A Level. Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2022-09-2221 min
The Downe House PodcastSpotlighting Music with Director of Music, Charlotte Exon, Musician in Residence, Bob Chilcott and pupil SaraS5:E1 - In this episode we spotlight music, our award winning and vibrant department where girls are inspired to learn, love and lead music. Our host Simon Jones speaks to Dr Charlotte Exon our Director of Music, Bob Chilcott our esteemed Musician in Residence and Sara in the Upper Sixth, Head of Instrumental Music here at Downe House. Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2022-09-0229 min
The Downe House PodcastBeing a Day Girl with Annabel Brown, Housemistress of Tedworth, day girl Georgia and parent NinaS4:E7 - In this episode we learn more about what it's like to be a day girl at Downe House. Downe House offers a full boarding education with an extended day and whether you're a day girl or a boarder everyone is treated equally. Our host, Simon Jones, speaks to Niamh in Upper Fourth, Georgia in Lower Sixth, Annabel Brown, Housemistress of Tedworth, and the mother of a day girl, also in Lower Sixth.Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2022-07-1425 min
The Downe House PodcastDowne House Sauveterre with Lauren Ponchant and pupils Rosie, Eimear and PippaS4:E6 - This week we visit Downe House Sauveterre the School's very own school in France. Girls in Lower Fourth (year 8) get to spend a term in our beautiful chateâu , speaking French and immersing themselves in a new culture, a very unique Downe House experience. In this episode we speak to Lauren Ponchant, Head of Downe House Sauveterre and pupils Rosie, Eimear and Pippa all in Lower Fourth and all of whom have just returned from their time there. Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2022-06-3023 min
The Downe House PodcastJoining at 11+ with Kim Collingwood, Lower School Housemistress and pupils Alexa, Poppy and EloiseS4:E5 - This week we speak to Kim Collingwood, Lower School Housemistress about what to expect on joining at 11 plus. She's joined by three girls in the Lower School Eloise, Alexa and Poppy and were joined by a very special guest towards the end of the episode.Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2022-06-1622 min
The Downe House PodcastThe Sixth Form with Jasmine & Agnes, both Lower Sixth (Year 12) studentsS4:E4 - This week we're talking about Sixth Form at Downe House with the Assistant Head (Sixth Form), Jasmine and Agnes in our Lower Sixth (Year 12). Come with us into this episode to find out about this and to hear from our guests today. Downe House online Website: www.downehouse.net 2022-06-0221 min
The Downe House PodcastWeekends at Downe with Director of Boarding, Sofie McClymont and pupils Isabelle and HopeS4:E3 - This week we're talking about weekends and co-curricular activities at Downe House with Director of Boarding, Sofie McClymont and two year Lower Fifth (Year 10) pupils, Isabelle and Hope. Come with us into this episode to find out about this and to hear from our guests today. Downe House online Website: www.downehouse.net 2022-05-1922 minThe Downe House PodcastJoining at 13+ with Head of Upper School, Anna Dourountakis and pupils: Yasmin, Isadora, DesolaS4E2 - This week we're talking about the Upper School at Downe House with Anna Dourountakis, Assistant Head of Upper School and pupils Yasmin, Isadora and Desola, all in Lower Fifht (Year 10). Come with us into this episode to find out about this and to hear from our guests today.Downe House onlineWebsite: www.downehouse.net 2022-05-0521 min