Inspection Reports

Exeter School was inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) in November 2024, with its previous visit in December 2021. You can download the full report via the button below but we have also taken some highlights which you can look through below.

"Early in the junior school, pupils are taught that everyone is unique. This develops into an understanding of individual rights and mutual respect as pupils move through the school."
ISI report 2024

The inspectors recognised how expert teachers challenge pupils to think for themselves and to work independently, feeding them with knowledge and inspiration. The report also noted the provision for enrichment activities – mentioning music, drama, arts, sport, performing arts, CCF and Duke of Edinburgh and recognising the impressive talent of the school’s musical pupils.

 

Exeter Pre-Prep School Inspection Reports

The New School (Exeter Pre-Prep) was rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in 2017, 2011 and 2007.
Ofsted

Ofsted report 2017

The school’s Ofsted report 2017 had this to say in its overall evaluation of the school:

The school is exceptionally well led and managed by the headteacher. There is a warm and convivial atmosphere which ensures that pupils feel happy and secure in the school and are inspired to learn. They have vision, ambition and enthusiasm and provide exemplary role models for the children in the school.
Ofsted

In 2019, The New School became a member of the Independent Schools’ Association (ISA) and underwent its first ISI regulatory compliance inspection in January 2020, meeting all of the requirements successfully. In 2021, The New School became a member of the Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS) as part of Exeter School family, and will continue to be inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate in future.

Open evening - 8 May

At Exeter School we believe that education is about the moments that make us. Meaningful moments that get etched in our memories and the everyday kindness that makes them possible. We welcome you to discover Exeter School in the best way possible. See it. Experience it. Ask questions to the people who matter the most – our pupils.

Thursday 8 May 5.30-8pm

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