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Private Senior Schools in Devon

Devon is recognised for several well regarded independent senior schools, particularly those offering strong residential provision. Parents considering secondary education can use School Scout to compare established institutions across the county, reviewing examination results, entry routes and boarding opportunities.

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Blundell's School

Blundell's School

Tiverton, Devon, EX16 4DN

Co-Ed 11 - 18 616 Day & Boarding

Fees from £7,422 per term

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Chances Educational Support Services

Dawlish, Devon, EX7 0AF

Co-Ed 11 - 16 15 Day
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Exeter School

Exeter School

Exeter, Devon, EX2 4NS

Co-Ed 6 - 19 956 Day

Fees from £3,599 per term

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Fieldstone School

Devon, TQ12 1NH

Co-Ed 5 - 16 69 Day
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Highgate Hill House

Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6TJ

Co-Ed 5 - 16 42 Day

Fees from £22,200 per term

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K-HQ

Devon, EX15 2BY

Girls 11 - 18 7 Day

Fees from £9,600 per term

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Abbotsham Axminster Barnstaple Bishops Nympton Black Torrington Bovey Tracey Braunton Broad Clyst Buckfast Budleigh Salterton Chawleigh Colyton Dartmouth Dawlish Doddiscombsleigh Dowland Exeter Exmouth High Bickington Holsworthy Hamlets Honiton Horrabridge Ilfracombe Ivybridge Kentisbeare Kingsbridge Lifton Little Torrington Lynton Newton Abbot Okehampton Hamlets Ottery St Mary Plymouth Plympton Plymstock Salcombe Sandford Seaton Sidmouth South Brent Tavistock Teignmouth Tiverton Torquay Totnes Yealmpton

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Devon

How many private schools are there in Devon?
There are 28 independent schools across Devon, including a mix of Senior.
Are there boarding schools in Devon?
Yes, independent schools across Devon offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
What age can children start private school in Devon?
Most independent schools across Devon accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in Devon?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How many senior schools are there in Devon?
There are 20 independent senior schools across Devon, offering education for pupils aged 11-18.
What exams are required for senior school entry?
Many schools use the ISEB Pre-Test, interviews and school reports. Some may set their own entrance exams.

Families can refer to the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when these exams are taken.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

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