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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 Devonโs 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 childโs 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 Schoolโs 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 4 Jul
Biology research presentations from Lower Sixth
Our Lower Sixth biologists are diving deep into topics that spark their curiosity, each choosing a specific area of biology to research independently. This exciting project not only builds their skills in independent learning but also boosts their confidence in...
Posted 4 Jul
Lower Two Mystery Maths projects
Lower Two pupils proudly presented the results of their recent hard work through their โMystery ofโฆโ projects. Working in small groups, they created a set of thought-provoking questions that showcased their mathematical understanding and skills. The children thoroughly enjoyed tackling...
Posted 27 Jun
Artist of the moment 2024/25
The art department regularly recognises the achievements of individual pupils in the senior school through the award of the title, โArtist of the Momentโ. Entries cover a wide range of disciplines, including drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, installation and mixed...
Posted 26 Jun
Dr Adrian Rainbow appointed as Head from September 2026
Exeter School is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Adrian Rainbow as the next Head of Exeter School, starting in September 2026. Dr Rainbow brings a wealth of experience and academic rigour to the role. He holds a PhD...
Posted 23 Jun
Upper Two send messages to the International Space Station
Back in January, Upper Two took part in the Astro Pi Challenge where they sent messages to the International Space Station using the Python coding language. They have just received their certificates to show where the ISS was in orbit...
Posted 20 Jun
Donation to Hospiscare tops ยฃ4000
Exeter School’s Young Changemakers team were given the proud task this week of presenting a donation cheque totalling ยฃ4102.34 to Hospiscare. A huge thank you goes to all of you in our community who made this possible as fundraising efforts...
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Giving the gift of a bursary remains a vital part of life at Exeter School. This testimonial from a pupil supported by the direct grant system in the 1970s reminds us why we strive to offer the same life-changing opportunities today.
Four pupils, who recently graduated from the school, helped last week by making calls in a donation drive. They loved hearing older alumni recounting their experiences and memories of the school and we give thanks to all donations made to the bursary fund so far.
If you can help change a childโs future by supporting the bursary fund, please get in touch with Alice Holohan, Director of Development and Alumni Relations โ asah@exeterschool.org.uk or to find out more - www.exeterschool.org.uk/support-us/.
Thank you ๐
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Alumnus Freddie Crowley, (2008-2014), is looking forward to directing another successful @whiddonautumnfestival this year and we encourage you to get tickets to the event on 17-21 September.
We`re pleased to hear that his experiences at Exeter School have shaped his career into something he loves today. He says, "My musical experiences at Exeter School played a huge part in my journey to becoming a professional musician, particularly because of the great variety of musical styles I was able to throw myself into at school. It was hugely formative for me as a teenager to have a music department where I could sing every week in the Chamber Choir and Vocal Ensemble, while also playing in the schoolโs orchestras, jazz bands, and samba drumming group, as well as getting involved in school plays and musicals. Teachers like Julian Sutton, Peter Tamblyn, Steve Crossen and Stephanie & Andrzej Chrupek were all incredible mentors along the path to developing my musicianship and confidence as a performer."
Click on the link in our bio above for tickets ๐
#musicfestivaldevon #musicscholar #aspireandflourish
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Our U13 girls were crowned county champions yesterday. Well done girls! ๐๐ป๐
#cricket #girlscricket #champions #exeterschoolsport #schoolofgreatcharacter
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