The Downs Malvern
Malvern, Herefordshire, West Midlands · WR13 6EY
A small Church of England prep school taking children from the age of two right through to thirteen, The Downs Malvern combines day and boarding places for just over 200 pupils. Its pupil-to-teacher ratio of around seven is notably low, allowing close attention to each child during these formative years. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school 'excellent' in both education and personal development, with compliance requirements met. It suits families seeking an intimate, all-through preparatory setting in Malvern, with the option of boarding.
204
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£25,635
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-13
- Pupils
- 204
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 7
- Location
- Malvern, Herefordshire, West Midlands
- Website
- https://www.thedownsmalvern.org.uk/
- Telephone
- 01684 544100
Headteacher
Head Mr A Nuttall
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Teaching & academics
An ISI 'excellent' judgement points to strong teaching and outcomes across the prep years, supported by a generous staffing level that gives pupils individual attention. As an all-through prep school ending at thirteen, the focus is on preparing children thoroughly for their next senior schools. Academic scholarships are among the awards on offer.
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Beyond the classroom
The breadth beyond the classroom is reflected in scholarships available for sport, art, drama and music, signalling genuine investment in the arts and physical pursuits. Boarding provision allows pupils to take fuller advantage of school life across the day and week.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Mobile phones not allowed at school. Pupils welcome to bring them but must be handed into reception upon arrival
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £10,665 - £25,635
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £22,650 - £33,915
- Bursaries up to
- 100% of fees
Means-tested bursaries of 100 per cent available
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 14 June 2023
The last word
A small, nurturing C of E prep with boarding and a strikingly low pupil-to-teacher ratio. Means-tested bursaries of up to 100 per cent widen access to a school where fees otherwise run high.
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The Downs Malvern 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Downs Malvern located?
The Downs Malvern is located at Brockhill Road, Colwall, Malvern, Malvern, WR13 6EY.
What type of school is The Downs Malvern?
The Downs Malvern is an independent (fee-paying) school in West Midlands.
How many pupils attend The Downs Malvern?
The Downs Malvern has approximately 204 pupils on roll.
What is The Downs Malvern's inspection rating?
The Downs Malvern is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 14 June 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.