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Aspire & Flourish
a warm welcome
Louise Simpson
Hello and welcome to Exeter School
Founded almost four centuries ago, our independent school remains a place of contemporary learning, excitement and opportunity. Nestled in the heart of Devon’s most historic city, our school is set within a large, vibrant campus, offering expansive green spaces and state-of-the-art facilities that inspire pupils to thrive.
Louise Simpson
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A school of great character
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exceptional journeys
Exeter Pre-Prep starts a continual learning journey with us.
Charlie in Year 2
We provide enrichment activities that are open to all pupils.
Mabel in Lower Two
What is homework like at Exeter School?
Harvard in Middle Fifth
What extra-curricular opportunities are you looking for in your sixth form years?
Izzy in Upper Sixth
Making a choice of where to study during your sixth form years is made easier when you feel welcome.
Federico in Lower Sixth
What is a child’s favourite part of the school day? Lunch!
Bel in Year 2
We have a bus service covering a wide area around Exeter which makes us more accessible to families.
Benjamin in Lower Two
outstanding facilities
Exeter School’s 25-acre site is extremely well equipped with a range of first-class facilities. In addition to extensive pedestrian areas and large playing fields, the school has its own full-size all-weather pitch and four further all weather spaces, an indoor sports hall, fitness suite, climbing wall, indoor shooting range and two squash courts, all supported by modern changing facilities. OUR FACILITIES
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Latest News
Posted 6 Jun
National Scientific Thinking Challenge
In May, a group of Middle Fifth pupils sat the National Scientific Thinking Challenge. This is an online test written by lecturers from Warwick, Bristol, Newcastle, Oxford, Durham, Manchester and Nottingham Universities and supported by UCAS. The challenge is designed...
Posted 6 Jun
Junior school librarians celebrate their Carnegie winning book
This week, our junior school librarians hosted an extended VIP Library Club to celebrate their shadowing group’s Carnegie winning book choice. Henry read aloud from Wolf and the Bear by Kate Rolfe, a beautifully crafted story that explores the powerful...
Posted 5 Jun
Form One’s “Incredible Edibles” tea party
Our Form One pupils have wrapped up their Madame Pamplemousse topic in spectacular fashion—with a beautifully planned and skilfully executed tea party that incorporated their remarkable English, maths, PSHE and creative talents! From following precise baking instructions to designing cakes...
Posted 3 Jun
Noa excels at the Chagford Two Hills Race
Noa, in Lower Two, took part in the notorious Chagford Two Hills Race over the May bank holiday weekend, winning the ‘U10 resident’ age category. The Chagford Two Hills race is held annually, involving a 3.5 mile race where participants...
Posted 3 Jun
Success at the RS Feva National Championships
Exeter School pupils, Berenice, Elliot (both Middle Fifth) and William (Lower Fifth) sailed in the RS Feva National Championships in Dalgety Bay, Scotland during the May half term. Berenice helmed with her partner and Will (helm) and Elliot (crew) sailed...
Posted 23 May
Form One Roman Day 2025
This year’s Form One Roman Day was a tremendous success, filled with learning, creativity, and excitement. Each pupil had their own favourite moment, making it hard to pick a standout highlight! Ali was particularly impressed by Gluteus Maximus—resplendent in shiny...
3 days ago
A huge congratulations to our pupils who are taking part in The Duke of Edinburgh's Award. Over the past year, they have spent a combined 2639 hours volunteering their time, helping to serve and help others in our local community!
We are incredibly proud of the way they have embodied our school virtues and selflessly given their time to support others. 👏 ... See MoreSee Less
Discover Exeter Pre-Prep School, located in Exminster, and take a look at just a fraction of the fun they get up to both inside and outside the classroom! The small class sizes and engaging learning environment make it a great place for our youngest pupils to begin their education. 🤩
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A brilliant block of cricket against @blundells_sport
Four junior boys and three junior girls matches in the morning. Great photos from @marklockettphotography
#cricket #schoolcricket #nationalt20cup #exeterschoolsport #exeterschool #devoncricket @devoncricket
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