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Aspire & Flourish
a warm welcome
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.
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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 15 Dec
Learning about Buddhism with Chonyi
Earlier this month, Lower Fifth (Year 9) pupils welcomed Chonyi, a Buddhist nun from the Kadampa Meditation Centre in Exeter, into school. Chonyi spent two weeks working with Lower Fifth classes as part of their study of Buddhism, sharing her...
Posted 12 Dec
Artist of the moment 2025/26
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...
Posted 12 Dec
Young chess players impress over the board
Exeter School pupils enjoyed an excellent set of results at the Devon Junior Chess Championships, held at Teign School on Saturday 29 November. The competition was closely contested across all age groups, and our pupils represented the school excellently. In...
Posted 11 Dec
RS pupils attend talk on crime and punishment
Both Upper Fifth religious studies GCSE groups enjoyed an excellent session with two visitors to explore issues related to crime and punishment. Zhi commented, “Before half term we received a talk from sector inspector for Exeter, Nathan Johnson and ex-offender...
Posted 9 Dec
Upper Fifth pupils take part in The Great Debate
On Tuesday 2 December, three Exeter School pupils took part in the first heat of The Great Debate, a national public speaking competition organised by the Historical Association and hosted locally at The Maynard School. Representing Exeter School were Alex...
Posted 9 Dec
Young Entrepreneurs shine at local Christmas markets
On Saturday, 6 October, the Young Entrepreneurs teams took their business concepts to the wider community by selling individually crafted cups and coasters at the Magdalen Road Christmas Market. Setting up at 1pm, the pupils launched into a brisk trading...
Staff and pupils spread some cheesy Christmas humour, showcasing the fun and laughter of our community - we hope you get a good giggle!
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Really being yourself is at the heart of our nurturing school, whether it`s embracing the stage, academics or bringing your teddy along for a picnic, we value our pupils for their unique contribution.
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The U14s go coast to coast in their district cup final! They now look forward to county semi final after the break. @exeterschooluk @englandrugby @nextgenxv
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