My final newsletter of the autumn term is available to read on MSP here.
There is also a letter from the Chair of Governors available here.
We take this opportunity to wish you a very merry Christmas and a safe and healthy start to 2024.
The art department regularly recognises the achievements of individual pupils in the senior school through the award of the title, ‘Artist of the Moment’. Entries cover a wide range of disciplines, including drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, installation and mixed media.
Cecily in Fourth Form used the Sketchbook App on her iPad to develop her ideas to create this lovely festive wrapping paper. She has taken inspiration from the striking designs of The Bloomsbury Group, particularly those of Vanessa Bell. Well done Cecily.
It’s a wrap! A total of 102 rugby matches, 58 hockey fixtures, 4 swimming galas, two cross-country events, 10 netball matches, three squash fixtures, a Rugby Tens tournament, national netball competitions, and much more. Well done to everyone involved. To the pupils for their effort and engagement, to the committed staff who have given their time, and to the parents and families who have supported, a big thank you.
It has been a term full of success, with county titles for our U14, U13, and U12 hockey teams, amazing progress, some standout performances for our senior hockey teams, and our first mixed hockey tour to Holland in the October half term. I’m sure everyone who went on the trip would agree that it was hugely enjoyable and a big success. It was also a fantastic rugby season, and we were pleased to be able to field an A&B all the way up to the U15s this season! Once again, the senior teams were in great form, and the 1st XV were a delight to watch when they were in full flow. There were standout seasons for the U15s and U12s. In fact, the U15s haven’t quite finished and will play in the regional final against Beechen Cliff, Bath, for a place in the national plate QF in the new year. For many of our upper-6 athletes, the past two weeks will have seen them play their final matches for the school rugby and hockey teams. Thank you for all the time they have given to their sport and their teammates over the years.
We have also had netball cup runs for the 1st team, U14A, and U13A. We can’t wait for next term and a busy netball schedule. Our footballers have made a fabulous start to the season and will be looking forward to their league campaign in the new year. A very special mention goes to Jess in L6, who became the first ever female pupil to represent the school 1st XI. The cross country teams had tremendous success at the Exeter district and East Devon events, 13 pupils have qualified for the Devon championships in the new year. Our swimming teams have been busy with four friendly galas as well as regional and national events. Six teams competed in the regional heat of school relays in September, with the intermediate boys qualifying for the finals in London. A solid performance by the team placed them 14th in the country in both the medley and freestyle relays.
We have also reported on individual sporting success throughout the term. The following examples highlight the variety of talent on display at the school. Kaleb in L6 won a gold medal at the national kick boxing championships; Nell in L6 was recently named Team Bath U17 captain; Oliver and Nate in L6 have been selected in the starting squad for the Exeter Chiefs U17s after the break; and Anya in L6 and Jenna in L5 were crowned national kite surfing champions earlier in the term.
We can’t wait to start a new sporting calendar year and hear about more success for the school teams and school community. In the meantime, we wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a brilliant 2024.
In the last geography lesson of the autumn term and to celebrate the start of a new topic on plate tectonics, three Lower Sixth pupils created a wonderful 3D world,...
It’s a wrap! A total of 102 rugby matches, 58 hockey fixtures, 4 swimming galas, two cross-country events, 10 netball matches, three squash fixtures, a Rugby Tens tournament, national netball...
The art department regularly recognises the achievements of individual pupils in the senior school through the award of the title, ‘Artist of the Moment’. Entries cover a wide range of...
The Upper Sixth A Level Business Studies trip was a journey into the beating heart of industry in the Midlands! From handcrafted luxury cars to the sweet success of marketing...
The two competitions marked the end of the Autumn term for CCF. The Middle Fifth pupils are put through their paces in drill, military knowledge, and first aid in the...
Our houses, Collins and Acland have raised over £4000 for the Alzheimer’s Society so far, including an all-night swimathon, numerous cake sales, and a non-school uniform day in the summer...
It’s a wrap! A total of 102 rugby matches, 58 hockey fixtures, 4 swimming galas, two cross-country events, 10 netball matches, three squash fixtures, a Rugby Tens tournament, national netball...
Monty in L5 participated the Devon Schools Ski Competition held at Torquay Dry Ski slope on 20 November with 90 competitors. The race is open to any pupil of a...
Congratulations to the senior boys who performed exceptionally at the national relay finals last Saturday. The boys took 1.11 seconds off their qualifying time for the 4 x 50 m...
Over the half term break 35 senior hockey players and four members of staff travelled to Utrecht in the Netherlands for the senior hockey tour. During an action packed six...
The senior school cross country teams were in action this week competing in the Exeter district event at Blundell’s. Teams from 3F (U12), 4F/L5 (U14) and M5/U5 (U16) raced in...
The school hosted a fabulous day of rugby yesterday with nine visiting schools joining our own U15s to compete in the annual Exeter School 10s. There was some impressive rugby...
The two week countdown is on! ✨
Exeter School is getting ready to welcome everyone back this September, and we can’t wait to see all our pupils!
Friday 4 September
We’ll be welcoming all Sixth Form pupils and all pupils new to the Junior and Senior Schools for their first day!
Monday 7 September
It’s time for all other pupils to return!
We’re looking forward to seeing you all and making a fantastic start to the new term. See you soon! 👋
#ExeterSchool #WelcomeBack #NewTerm #BackToSchool #ExeterSchoolCommunity #StartOfNewAcademicYear #NewBeginnnings #IndependentSchool #DevonSchools
GCSE results day!
Here are a couple comments from our pupils and they truly did amazing!
#ExeterSchool #IndependentSchoolsInDevon #ResultsDay #Celebrate #ResultsDay #GCSE #WellDone
A massive congratulations to our upper fifth pupils on their GCSE results today 🎉
Here are some of our stand out statistics from our GCSE pupils this truly does reflect how well they have done. 👏
#ExeterSchool #IndependentSchoolsDevon #ResultsDay2026 #UpperFifth #SixthForm #College #Congratulations #Grades #Grade9
This truly shows how well Exeter School pupils have done this year and the range of subjects that were taken 🎭🔬
A massive well done from Exeter School, we cant wait to see you progress further!
#ExeterSchool #GCSEs #Classof2026 #ResultsDay #AcademicResults #Celebrating #HighAchievers #IndependentSchool #GCSEResultsDay
Results day is nearly here! 🎉
A few tips to help you feel ready for tomorrow – and however the day goes, we`re so proud of you and everything you`ve achieved.
Good luck to all our pupils!
#ExeterSchool #GCSE #ResultsDay #GoodLuck #BigDay #Celebration #UpperFifth #DevonSchools #NextSteps #SixthForm #College
A massive well done to Charlie at the Okehampton Show! @theokeyshow 🚜🏆
Charlie`s dedication truly shines through in his beautifully restored vintage Ford tractor. His picture board tells the whole story - from the very first stages of restoration through to this stunning finished result, showing just how much hard work, patience, and skill went into bringing this classic tractor back to life.
Congratulations, Charlie, on being part of the show and for demonstrating such true dedication to your craft. A massive well done from Exeter School! 👏
#ExeterSchool #AgricultureLife #FarmingDevon #DevonTractors #IndependentSchool #FordTractors #TractirRestoration #DevonFarming #Devon #Agricultureshow #OkehamptonShow #Okehampton #SixthForm
We are finalists! 🎉
Exeter Pre-Prep School has been shortlisted for Pre-Prep of the Year at the Independent Schools of the Year awards, recognising the nurturing, values-led start we give children aged three to seven - from Nursery and Reception through to Year 2.
This is a fantastic achievement for Exeter School and wonderful recognition from @independentschoolparent of the work we do to prepare our pupils for life beyond school. We`re also delighted to be recognised alongside @schoolblazeruk, our school uniform provider and partner.
Set within the wider all through Exeter School site, Pre-Prep pupils benefit from outstanding facilities and specialist teaching, while still enjoying the close-knit environment expected at this stage. Pastoral care is a particular strength, with staff attentive to each child as they settle into school routines and build early friendships.
Visit the link in our Linktree to read more.
@talkeducation @goodschoolsguide
#ExeterPrePrep #Award #Finalist #IndependentSchoolOfTheYearAward #Nursery #Reception #Year1 #Year2 #Caring #WelcomeAndServe
Hockey success for Exeter School! 🏑
We’re incredibly proud of our pupils who have been selected to represent @westpanthershockey, competing against some of the best young hockey players across the South West.
At the U14 Mercia Cup, Henry, Benjamin, Zach, Eva and Ella helped their teams to strong finishes, with the boys finishing second and the girls fourth, while the girls also won the indoor competition. A special congratulations to Henry, who was named Goalkeeper of the Tournament! 🏆
Barnaby also enjoyed an outstanding season, representing West Panthers at the UK Lions U13 Regional Championship before captaining the U12 side to Mercia Cup victory, including a 3–0 win over Repton in the final. 🏆
Well done to all our Exeter School pupils involved, including Freddie, Wilfred, Arthur, Benji, Ruby, Flo and Honor.
What a fantastic achievement - well played, everyone! 👏
#ExeterSchool #IndependentSchoolsDevon #Hockey #Competition #ExeterSport #MerciaCup #Achievement #Achievement
Finn (L5) has had a busy summer in the pool. He attended the Barcelona International Water Polo Academy (BIWPA) in late July for a week. Aside from a week of intensive training with professionals, Finn was selected to play for BIWPA against the Canada U18 team who were also training at the beautiful and iconic Olympic pool at Montjuïc in Barcelona.
Finn has also been busy playing various tournaments over the summer including the Lyme Splash men’s tournament in Lyme Regis Harbour and will be representing Devon in the U17s inter-counties championship in mid September. Great work Finn! 🙌🏻
@exeterschooluk #watepolo #exeterschoolsport #schoolofgreatcharacter
Congratulations to 1st XI captain Josh who scored his second county century for @devoncricket yesterday, 119 not out against Oxfordshire in their 3-day match. This follows his 119 against Wiltshire in the T20 fixture two weeks ago. Devon have progressed to the QF of the T20 comp which takes place later this month. We hope Josh continues his good form!
@exeterschooluk @exetercricketclub #devoncricket #centurian #t20 #exeterschoolsport #schoolofgreatcharacter
Huge congratulations to @exschsports 1st XV player Max who represented Italy 🇮🇹 U18s this weekend. The Italy squad were in camp with Wales & Scotland with all three teams playing each other in 40 minute matches! We hope this is the start of an exciting year for Max. 👏🏻 @exeterschooluk @rugbubble_ #rugby #exeterschoolsport #reprugby #schoolofgreatcharacter
Congratulations to James (U5) who competed at the Aquatics GB Next Generation Championships last week, an event held for the top 24 swimmers in Britain in each swim event.
James achieved qualification times for 6 events - 50, 100 and 200 fly, 200 free and 200 and 400IM. Competing in the 16yr old age category, he reached three finals, placing him in the top 10 in his age group in Britain. Great achievement, well done James! 🙌🏻 @exeterschooluk #exeterschool #exeterschoolsport #schoolofgreatcharacter
Congratulations to @exschsports pupils Annabel, Isabelle, Alfie & Benjamin who all represented the University of Exeter Talent Academy at the England Hockey TA cup at the end of July. Brilliant achievement! 🏑 🙌🏻 @iscahockeyclubjuniors @devonhockeyassociation #exeterschoolsport #hockey #schoolofgreatcharacter
Sports Day 2026 - another fantastic afternoon of athletics and house spirit at our annual sports day. A lovely mixture of competitive events and opportunities to represent houses @exeterschooluk #housespirit #athletics #sportsday
Congratulations to Max (L6) who has been invited to attend the Italian National U18’s selection camp from the 13 - 16 July in Parma. We wish him good luck and hope he has a great experience. @exschsports @exeterschooluk @nextgenxv
#exeterschoolsport #schoolrugby #schoolofgreatcharacter
Congratulations to 1st XI captain Josh P who was awarded his cricket colours today at the completion of their final match @exeterschooluk #cricket #colours #commitment #exeterschoolsport
An enjoyable final weekend of cricket against @blundells_sport and @kevi.chb in the Devon sunshine. Great to welcome some new faces to Exeter School. Well done to players and staff this term. @exeterschooluk
#cricket #schoolcricket #schoolofgreatcharacter
Following a well contested final the U12s were crowned @devoncricket county champions this evening 🏆👏🏻
Well done to everyone in the squad but special to Harry for a fantastic innings of 49 in the team’s fight back.
@exeterschooluk #countycup #cricket #champions #exeterschoolsport #schoolofgreatcharacter
Athletics Success
Exeter pupils have excelled in the athletics arena in the past few weeks with success at the Mount Kelly event, Devon and south west schools championships. Our pupils have excelled both on the track and in field events with an impressive set of results. Our pupils won 8 golds, 5 silver and 3 bronze medals at the MK trophy. The first placed athletes now progress to the national prep schools athletics championships on Wednesday. Best of luck to them all.
We were also well represented at both the county and south west schools championships. Becky (400m hurdles) Rory (3000m) and Penelope (3000m) all qualified to represent Devon Schools at the English Schools Tracks and Field Champs on Friday 11th and Saturday 12th of July
What a great day of cricket! Well done to the @exschsports U11s who finished as runners up at the Devon U11 hardball competition today. The eight a-side format gives each team the opportunity to play three matches during the day with the winners heading to the west finals! Well done on winning @stpetersprepschool
@exeterschooluk @devoncricket @esca_cricket #cricket #teamwork #exeterschoolsport #schoolofgreatcharacter
