The website for Friends Of Downs View School

Dear Parents / Carers, The next Friends of Downs View meeting on Thursday 12th May at 7pm. We are always looking for new members to get involved with the school and college. This could mean helping to fundraise, help build … Click to read more

IT’S NEARLY HERE! Brighton Marathon Weekend 10k Run this Sunday 10th April! Our fabulous runners, Arnie Strong, Peter Mapledoram, Gary Bailey, Beth Barnes and Phil Edwards are all set and running to raise funds for our charity. What stars they … Click to read more

It was fantastic to see so many families, both ‘old’ and new at our playground play date last Sunday. The weather was kind to us and the atmosphere was relaxed and happy. It felt great to be back and able … Click to read more

So excited that we can bring back this event which is always a highlight of the year! More details will follow, but you can expect some of the old favourites, such as the cake stall, raffle, tombola, plus some new … Click to read more

HOORAY FOR PLAY DATES!! They are back – starting this Sunday 3rd April 1-4pm. Always popular, come along and use the outdoor playground area and adapted bikes for an afternoon. Have some fun in a safe space and the chance … Click to read more

So the sun is out and the Friends team are busy planning events to raise funds and organise events to bring our fabulous community together and have some fun! More details to follow but for now get these dates in … Click to read more

GREAT NEWS! All our 10K places have been taken up and so huge thanks to all those training hard to run in support of Friends you are all amazing! Check back to see more news in the run up to … Click to read more

It’s not too late to book your place in the 10k run on Sunday 10th April! We have 5 places left and the deadline for registration is Friday 18th March. So there’s no time to lose! If you, or someone … Click to read more

An amazing man called Tony Clarke has not only just taken part in the Brighton half marathon this Sunday, but also plans to run the full marathon on 10th April to raise funds for Friends of Downs View. What a … Click to read more

Hello everyone! Friends meetings are currently still happening on Zoom, our next one is on Thursday 3rd March. Join us if you would like to get involved and see what we do – we look forward to seeing you there! Look … Click to read more

Fancy joining us in 2022? We have loads of varied roles and opportunities to get involved as little or as much as you would like! Get in touch by sending us a message here on Facebook if you would like know more! We … Click to read more

We are looking forward to a great term ahead, looking towards new fundraising ideas and events and new members! Some positive news to start the year on, having raised £770 from the Christmas raffle is a great achievement. Especially during … Click to read more

A big thank you to Waitrose, who raised £333 for The Friends of Downs View!