Schools in the South West
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BENDARROCH SCHOOLHeadmaster: Nigel R Home Ages: Boys/Girls: 4 - 13 years Attendance: Day No. of Students: 45 |
Aylesbeare Exeter Devon EX5 2BY Map Tel. +44(0)1395 233553 Email:  Website:  |
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Bendarroch School is traditional. Those who know it recognise the
school's unique ethos - a quality that is clearly there but is
difficult to embrace in a few words. The School exists to serve the
needs of each child individually. It begins from the precept that every
child has a right to be happy and to be safe at school. It recognises
that each child is different from every other child, develops at his or
her own pace, has his or her own strengths and own weaknesses. There is
no such person as the standardised child...
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BLUNDELL'S SCHOOLContact: Mr. P G Klinkenberg (Registrar) Ages: Boys/Girls: 11 - 18 years Attendance: Boarding (Full, Weekly & Flexi) & Day No. of Students: 335 Boys, 230 Girls Religious Affiliation: Church of England |
Tiverton Devon EX16 4DN Map Tel. +44(0)1884 252543 Fax.+44(0)1884 243232 Email: Website: |
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“THINK WHERE MAN’S GLORY MOST BEGINS AND ENDS, AND SAY MY GLORY WAS I
HAD SUCH FRIENDS.” WB YEATS At Blundell’s, friendships and relationships formed in our community are at the heart of what is undoubtedly a special school. Strong and supportive relationships, often unheard and unsung, make community life very rewarding here; as W B Yeats reminds us, friendship is extremely important. Blundell’s is Devon’s oldest (Founded 1604) and most significant school and it continues to go from strength to strength as it proceeds into its fifth century, building on the best of tradition yet embracing the exciting dynamics of today’s wider educational environment. |
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BRAMDEAN SCHOOLContact: Mr D A Connett Ages: Boys/Girls: 3 - 18 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 190 Religious Affiliation: Inter denominational |
Richmond Lodge Homefield Road Heavitree, Exeter Devon EX1 2QR Map Tel. +44(0)1392 273387 Fax.+44(0)1392 439330 Email: |
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Bramdean is a traditional school offering a high level of
education. The school aims to fulfil the potential of each pupil
it accepts and to supply a varied range of opportunities for personal
success both inside and outside the classroom, and to also promote the
development of sound Christian values. Emphasis is placed on
old-fashioned values of politeness, social behaviour and
self-discipline, a sense of responsibility and service to the
community and a genuine commitment to the pursuit of excellence.
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DAUNTSEY'S SCHOOLContact: Mrs Joanna Sagers, Registrar Ages: Boys/Girls: 11 - 18 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 790 |
West Lavington Devizes Wiltshire SN10 4HE Map Tel. +44(0)1380 814501 Email: Website: |
| Comment: Dauntsey's
is a leading co-educational boarding and day school of some 790 pupils
aged 11 to 18, set in idyllic countryside on the edge of Salisbury
Plain. Most striking perhaps is the atmosphere at Dauntsey’s. Visitors comment on the happy and friendly atmosphere; the energy, purpose and determination to do well. For more information please visit our website which we think will give you a real flavour of Dauntsey’s. |
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DEAN CLOSE SCHOOLContact: Mrs Sarah Smith, Registrar Ages: Boys/Girls: 13 - 18 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 460 Religious Affiliation: Church of England |
Shelburne Road Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL51 6HE Map Tel. +44(0)1242 258000 Fax.+44(0)1242 258003 Email: Website: |
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Dean Close is truly co-ed, with almost equal numbers of girls &
boys. The School aims to broaden the opportunities of each and every
pupil through an exceptional array of sport, music, theatre and art as
well as 100+ clubs and societies. An underlying Christian ethos
generates genuine warmth and mutual respect.
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EXETER SCHOOLRegistrar: Mrs Wendy Drake Ages: Boys/Girls: 7 - 18 years Attendance: Day No. of Students: 850 Religious Affiliation: Christian |
Victoria Park Road Exeter Devon EX2 4NS Map Tel. +44(0)1392 273679 Fax.+44(0)1392 498144 Email: Website: |
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This outstandingly successful co-educational day school is a centre of
academic, cultural and sporting excellence within its own extensive
grounds in the heart of the cathedral city of Exeter. Each year almost
all of our pupils go on to university including 10-15 to Oxford or
Cambridge.
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HAZLEGROVE PREPARATORY SCHOOLHeadmaster: Richard Fenwick Ages:Boys/Girls: 3 - 13 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 380 Religious Affiliation: Church of England |
Hazlegrove house Sparkford Somerset BA22 7JA Map Tel. +44(0)1963 440314 Fax.+44(0)1963 440569 Email: Website: |
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Hazlegrove has an exceptional record of success both in the classroom
and on the games field. Last year pupils gained thirty scholarships and
awards to ten different senior schools in the South West as well as
national honours in music and both team and individual sport. This year
sees the implementation of a new and innovative curriculum for the 5 to
7 year olds. The school caters for a wide ability range and prides
itself on its ability to challenge all children.
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HEYWOOD PREP. SCHOOLContact: Mr M Hall, Principal Ages: Boys/Girls: 4 - 11 years Attendance: Day No. of Students: 160 Religious Affiliation: Non Denominational |
The Priory Priory Street Corsham Wiltshire SN13 0AP Map Tel. +44(0)1249 713379 Fax.+44(0)1249 701757 Email: Website: |
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Heywood Preparatory School provides a first class education in a warm,
caring environment. Traditional teaching methods combine with up to
date resources including ICT suite to ensure that Heywood pupils are
well equipped for Senior School. Also available is Wigwam Nursery for
children aged 2 to 5 yrs.
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KINGHAM HILL SCHOOLContact: Mr M Morris Ages: Boys/Girls: 11 - 18 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 221 Religious Affiliation: Church of England |
Kingham Chipping Norton Oxon OX7 6TH Map Tel. +44(0)1608 658999 Fax.+44(0)1608 658658 Email: Website: |
| Comment: Beautifully
situated in 92-acres of rolling Cotswold countryside Kingham Hill
enjoys wonderful sporting facilities and places high priority upon: . Christian values that permeate school life . Added value that enables so many to exceed all expectations . Family-style boarding houses and superb pastoral care. |
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KING'S BRUTONContacts: Mr Ian Wilmshurst, Headmaster. Mrs Camilla Oulton, Registrar Ages: Boys/Girls: 13 - 18 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 370 Religious Affiliation: Church of England |
Bruton Somerset BA10 0ED Map Tel. +44(0)1749 814200 Fax.+44(0)1749 813426 Email: Website: |
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Most pupils take the Common Entrance Examination although special
arrangements can be made for students from abroad. There are a
number of scholarships available. These vary from purely academic
to those requiring expertise in other areas. Do book an appointment to visit, you will be made most welcome! |
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KINGSLEY SCHOOL BIDEFORDHeadmaster: Andy Waters Ages: Boys/Girls: 3 - 18 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 320 Religious Affiliation: Member of Methodist Schools Group |
Northdown Road Bideford Devon EX39 3LJ Map Tel. +44(0)1237 426200 Email: Website: |
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information please visit our website.
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KINGSWOOD SCHOOLContact: The Registrar Ages: Boys/Girls: 3 - 18 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 750 Religious Affiliation: Methodist Foundation - Interdenominational/Christian ethos |
Lansdown Bath Somerset BA1 5RG Map Tel. +44(0)1225 734200 Fax.+44(0)1225 734205 Email: Website: |
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Dedicated to providing the best and broadest education for boys and
girls in a Christian environment. Full extra-curricular programme with
weekend activities. Scholarships, Bursaries and HM Forces Remission.
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LEWESTON SCHOOLContact: Mrs Chiara Damant, Registrar Ages: Boys: 2½-8 years Girls: 2½-18 years Attendance: Day, Boarding & Flexiboarding No. of Students: 340 Religious Affiliation: Catholic |
Leweston Sherborne Dorset DT9 6EN Map Tel. +44(0)1963 211010 Fax.+44(0)1963 210786 Email: Website: |
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Coeducational preparatory and single-sex senior school sharing 40 acres
of beautiful Dorset parkland. The Schools pride themselves on offering
a academic and balanced education in a stimulating and informal
atmosphere.
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MONKTON COMBE SCHOOLContact: The Registrar, Mrs Patricia Neaverson Ages: Boys/Girls: 2-19 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 770 Religious Affiliation: Church of England |
Monkton Combe Bath Somerset BA2 7HG Map Tel. +44(0)1225 721133 Fax.+44(0)1225 721181 Email: Website: |
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Monkton Combe School, just a mile from the World Heritage City of Bath,
is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school for pupils
aged 2-19. We pride ourselves on our lively Christian ethos, excellent
exam results and our strong pastoral care. At Monkton we are setting
standards for life - giving young people the qualities of character
they need to become trusted employees, inspiring leaders, valued
friends and loving parents.
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PRIOR PARK COLLEGEContact: The Registrar, Dr Margaret Ruxton Ages: Boys/Girls: 11 - 18 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 536 Religious Affiliation: Catholic in foundation- ecumenical in spirit. |
Ralph Allen Drive Bath Avon BA2 5AH Map Tel. +44(0)1225 831000 Fax.+44(0)1225 835753 Email: Website: |
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Prior Park is the UK's largest fully co-educational Catholic boarding
and day school and is a happy Christian community encouraging academic
confidence and providing outstanding enrichment opportunities.
House-based pastoral care engenders self-respect and respect for
others. Pupils are keen to learn in a positive teaching environment
with outstanding facilities. Careers and higher education guidance are
given great importance. The wonderful setting of Prior Park lends
itself to the encouragement of artistic and creative talent. 21 Music,
Drama and Dance performances this year have earned the College an
enviable reputation. A broad P.E. curriculum and Games programme
provides sporting excellence and sport for all. The Duke of Edinburgh
Award programme and the Combined Cadet Force as well as 16 Community
Service programmes offer further opportunities.
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RENDCOMB COLLEGEHeadmaster: Mr Gerry Holden Ages: Boys/Girls: 4 - 18 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 330 Religious Affiliation: Church of England |
Rendcomb Near Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 7HA Map Tel. +44(0)1285 831213 Fax.+44(0)01285 831121 Email: Website: |
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Rendcomb College offers all its pupils the cornerstones of small class
sizes, first-class discipline, excellent results and superb facilities.
The Senior and Junior Schools are located within 200 acres of Cotswold
parkland and are within easy access of Heathrow, the M4 and M5.
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ROSE HILLHeadmaster: Mr Peter Platts-Martin B.A. Ages: Boys/Girls: 2½ - 13 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 235 Religious Affiliation: Inter-denominational |
Alderley Wotton-under Edge Gloucester GL12 7QT Map Tel. +44(0)1453 843196 Fax.+44(0)1453 846126 Email: Website: |
| Comment: Set
in glorious Cotswold countryside Rose Hill offers its pupils a
wonderful breadth of education in a happy, family environment that
brings out the talents and potential of all its pupils.
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SHEBBEAR COLLEGEContact: Mr R.S.Barnes BA Ages: Boys/Girls: 3-18 yrs Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 276 Religious Affiliation: Christian |
Shebbear Beaworthy Devon EX21 5HJ Map Tel. +44(0)1409 281228 Fax.+44(0)1409 281784 Email: Website: |
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Shebbear College is a thriving independent school set in 85 acres of
safe Devon countryside. The philosophy of the College is that it seeks
to harness to the full young people's capabilities in both the academic
and social spheres. There is accent on the promotion of a friendly,
family community.
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ST MICHAEL'S PREPARATORY SCHOOLHeadmaster: Mr R de Figueiredo Ages: Boys/Girls: 3 - 13 years Attendance: Day No. of Students: 300 |
La Rue de la Houguette |
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Emphasis is placed upon the individual; every child is encouraged to do
better than anyone thought possible. The academic, physical, spiritual,
moral and cultural development of the whole child is main aim.
Standards of behaviour and good manners are instilled in the children.
The school provides as many opportunities as possible whilst making
school an enjoyable, rewarding experience.
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THE BOLITHO SCHOOLHeadmaster: Mr David Dobson Ages: Boys/Girls: 4 - 18 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No of Students: 220 Religion: Church of England |
Penzance Cornwall TR18 4JR Map Tel. +44(0)1736 363271 Fax.+44(0)1736 330960 Email: Website: |
| Comment: The
school's aim: the school exists to bring out the potential of every
child and to offer a rounded education that aims at the highest
academic standards.
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THE KING'S SCHOOL, GLOUCESTERHeadmaster: Mr A Macnaughton Ages:Boys/Girls: 3 - 18 years Attendance: Day No. of Students: 500 Religious Affiliation: Church of England |
Gloucester Gloucestershire GL1 2BG Map Tel. +44(0)1452 337337 Fax.+44(0)1452 337314 Email: Website: |
| Comment: A
successful co-educational UK independent Day School for 3-18 year olds
promoting all round excellence.
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THE MAYNARD SCHOOLContact: Mrs Maddy Linnen-Jones, Admissions Manager Ages: Girls: 7 - 18 years Attendance: Day No. of Students: 420 |
Denmark Road Exeter Devon EX1 1SJ Map Tel. +44(0)1392 273417 Fax.+44(0)1392 355999 Email: Website: |
| Comment: A dynamic,
supportive, community the Maynard is committed to excellence in
providing learning opportunities that inspire and challenge. Students
will demonstrate creativity, be socially responsible and through their
shared experience, become independent and reflective learners. A wide
ranging extra curricular programme enables students to achieve in all
aspects of school life. Pastoral care is a vital component to ensure
every student is valued.
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THE MILL SCHOOLHead Teacher: Mrs L Gill Ages: Boys/Girls: 4-11 years Attendance: Day No. of Students: 95 |
Five Lanes |
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Mill School is neither narrowly selective nor academically exclusive,
and welcomes pupils having a wide range of talents and abilities. The
more able children acquire excellent examination results for entry to
senior school, but we care for all our pupils alike, and endeavour to
help them set their own high standards, and encourage them to develop
their talents in a confident, disciplined and responsible way. The Mill is a small school, with small classes. This enables us to create a family community, in which children feel themselves treated as individuals. We encourage musical and sporting activities from an early age. Please do visit us to see why we are different. |
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THORNLOW PREP SCHOOLContact: The Headmaster Ages: Boys/Girls: 3 - 13 years Attendance: Day No. of Students: 80 Religious Affiliation: Christian |
Connaught Road Weymouth Dorset DT4 0SA Map Tel. +44(0)1305 785703 Fax.+44(0)1305 780976 Email: Website: |
| Comment: A
small school set in Victorian buildings with views over Portland
Harbour complete with its own brand new science laboratory and I.C.T.
room. It also has its own CRESTED A Dyslexic Unit offering whole class
provision. Transport is available daily from Wareham, Dorchester and
Portesham.
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WYCLIFFEContact: Mrs Margie Burnet Ward. Ages: Boys/Girls: 2½ - 18 years Attendance: Day & Boarding No. of Students: 790 Religious Affiliation: Inter-denominational |
Stonehouse Gloucestershire GL10 2JQ Map Tel. +44(0)1453 822432 Fax.+44(0)1453 827634 Email: Website: |
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With Pre-prep, Junior and Senior Schools, Wycliffe provides a complete
education from infancy through to adulthood, focussing on individual
development, vibrancy and challenge.
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WYNSTONES SCHOOLContact: Liz Stephenson Ages: Boys/Girls: 3 - 18 years Attendance: Day & Boarding (13+) No. of Students: 285 Religious Affiliation: Non-denominational - Christian ethos |
Church Lane Whaddon Gloucester Gloucestershire GL4 0UF Map Tel. +44(0)1452 429220 Fax.+44(0)1452 429221 Email: Website: |
| Comment: One
of over 800 Steiner Waldorf schools in the world. Offers an excellent
but different curriculum which provides children with a strong,
holistic approach to life long learning. The curriculum is designed to
meet the child at each stage of its development - academically,
socially, artistically and practically. The school is as strong in
music and the arts as the sciences. It also has a provision for English
as a foreign language.
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