Congratulations to Alex F (Upper Sixth), who has been awarded a Commendation in the John Locke Institute Global Essay Prize in Economics, placing her amongst the highest-performing entrants in one of the world’s most prestigious academic essay competitions. The John Locke Institute Essay Prize attracts more than 7,000 entries from over 100 countries, with submissions judged by a distinguished panel of senior academics led by the Institute’s Chairman of Examiners. Students compete across a broad range of disciplines, including Economics, Politics, History, Law, Philosophy, Psychology, Theology, Public Policy, International Relations, and Science and Technology. Achieving a Commendation places Alex’s work within approximately the top 10% of entries worldwide, making this a significant academic achievement. Alex’s essay explored the question: “Should...

We are thrilled to announce that Amelie has been named a finalist for the 2026 Yachting Journalists’ Association (YJA) Young Journalist of the Year Award. This prestigious international award recognises journalists and writers aged 30 and under in the sailing world, and Amelie is one of just three finalists on the shortlist. Amelie has been writing about sailing since the age of 14. She regularly contributes to All at Sea newspaper, where she writes about her own experiences on the water, offers practical advice and champions the promotion of females in sailing. Her latest article, on mental health and sailing, is out now in All at Sea. She has also written numerous articles and blogs for companies including Rooster, Sailing...

Two of our talented pupils have brought home a Bronze medal from one of the biggest stages in youth sport. Omar and Penelope were selected from just 20 boys and girls across the Home Nations to compete in the School Games triathlon finals — and they didn’t disappoint. The School Games Finals took place over four action-packed days at Loughborough University, a home turf for elite young athletes.National governing bodies, including British Triathlon, hand-picked the strongest talent from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to race for their region or nation. Standing out among that calibre of competition is no small feat, and Omar and Penelope earned their places through months of hard work, dedication and grit. The commentator dubbed Omar...

The Exeter School community came together at the end of the summer term to raise nearly £500 for Hospiscare through a charity raffle, with pupils, parents, staff and local businesses all playing their part in the fundraising effort. The raffle proved to be a wonderful way to round off the term, with an excellent response from across the school community. Every ticket purchased and every prize donated helped raise valuable funds for Hospiscare, supporting the charity’s vital work caring for people with life-limiting illnesses and their families across Exeter, Mid and East Devon. The success of the raffle was made possible thanks to the generosity of everyone who donated prizes and supported the event. We are especially grateful to Exeter...

Lower Sixth Psychology pupils from Exeter School enjoyed an inspiring and hands-on day of learning last Tuesday during a visit to We The Curious for an “Experience Psychology” workshop. The trip gave pupils the opportunity to deepen their understanding of psychology beyond the classroom, while developing valuable practical research skills ahead of their upcoming examinations. Hands-On Psychology in Action The day began with pupils conducting their own observational research, applying key psychological theories and methods in a real-world environment. Working collaboratively, the Lower Sixth students demonstrated impressive analytical thinking and attention to detail as they explored how psychologists gather and interpret behavioural data. The workshop then moved into a packed afternoon of experiment-led activities, where pupils took part in a...

Pupils at Exeter School enjoyed a fascinating day of hands-on science on Thursday when Dr Peter Hoare from Newcastle University visited the school to lead a series of engaging chemistry workshops and masterclasses. Throughout the day, pupils across several year groups explored the real-world applications of chemistry through practical investigation, scientific analysis and problem-solving activities. Sixth Form Pupils Explore Infra-red Spectroscopy Lower Sixth chemistry pupils took part in an advanced session on infra-red spectroscopy, developing their understanding of how scientists analyse organic compounds. During the workshop, pupils examined samples of organic solids and liquids to identify functional groups using spectroscopy techniques commonly employed in university laboratories and industry. The session gave pupils valuable insight into analytical chemistry while strengthening links...

We are delighted to announce that Jacob and Toby (Lower Sixth) have won the National Finals of the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) “Challenge the Chancellor” Competition. This prestigious national competition attracts entries from over 190 schools across the UK and is designed to stretch the most able economics students while giving them an insight into the real workings of economic policy. The competition began in December, when students were tasked with producing an alternative Budget for the UK Government. Jacob and Toby submitted a 5,000‑word report, developed after extensive research into the current economic climate, outlining their proposals for taxation and public spending. The competition attracted over 300 applicants from 173 schools, making their achievement in reaching the final...

Congratulations to Jacob and Toby (both Lower Sixth), who have progressed to the National Semi‑Final of the Institute of Economic Affairs’ The Budget Challenge competition. This prestigious national contest invites students from across the UK to analyse the current economic landscape and design an alternative budget for the Chancellor of the Exchequer. After several months of in‑depth research, Jacob and Toby produced a detailed economic report supported by data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), HM Treasury, and other reputable statistical sources. Their proposals focused on policies aimed at stimulating economic growth and closing the UK’s productivity gap—a central theme of their submission. Key elements of their alternative budget included: Tax incentives to encourage greater investment in research and development....

On Tuesday, we held a media day for our sports scholars, welcoming sports journalist and creative producer Hamish Percy to the school for a series of workshops on public speaking, interview technique and developing a sporting profile. Across the day, the scholars took part in a two-hour session focused on developing their ability to present themselves confidently in assemblies, handle on-camera interviews, and create purposeful social media content. The pupils were fascinated to learn about Hamish’s experiences interviewing some of the world’s biggest sports stars for the SPORTbible YouTube channel, including Luke Littler (Darts), Jasprit Bumrah (Cricket), Carlos Alcaraz (Tennis), Harry Kane (Football), Maro Itoje (Rugby), Naomi Osaka (Tennis). Mrs Gibson also led a fantastic session on the importance of...

The excitement was palpable last Friday, as pupils and teachers gathered in the main hall for the inaugural sixth form charity Winter Ball. This year’s event was in support of the Wooden Spoon charity, which works to transform the lives of children and young people through the power of the rugby community. Pupils looked glamorous in their dinner jackets and dresses, with group photos taken on arrival by Ms Holohan. A photo booth also proved popular, giving pupils the chance to capture fun memories with friends throughout the evening. The hall was soon filled with music, laughter and dancing as ceilidh band The Dawntreaders took to the stage. It was a joy to see pupils fully embracing every dance and...