Blundell's Preparatory School
Tiverton, Devon, South West · EX16 4NA
From age two through eleven, Blundell's Preparatory School in Tiverton offers a small, close-knit setting for around 255 boarders' younger counterparts - this is a day school, no boarding involved. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded it its top grade of 'excellent' for both education quality and personal development, with all compliance standards met. Under Head Mr Andrew Southgate, it serves families across Devon seeking an independent education with a strong pastoral foundation. With nearly one in five pupils receiving SEN support, the school clearly accommodates a range of learning needs.
255
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£18,666
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-11
- Pupils
- 255
- Location
- Tiverton, Devon, South West
- Website
- https://www.blundells.org/
- Telephone
- 01884 252393
Headteacher
Head Mr Andrew Southgate
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Teaching & academics
An ISI 'excellent' judgement for the quality of education places Blundell's Prep among the strongest performers within its inspection framework. The school supports a notable proportion of pupils with additional needs - around 19 per cent - suggesting a willingness to tailor teaching rather than expect every child to fit a single mould. Its small size allows staff to know pupils individually as they progress from early years through to the end of Year 6.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 19.43%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
No pupils have phones. No mobile phones should be used, checked or even visible in our pre-prep building. Regulations state that personal phones are not allowed to be used within the building as seen on our signs.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £10,386 - £18,666
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 23 September 2025
The last word
A small Devon prep with a top inspection grade and a genuinely inclusive approach to learning - well suited to families who value being known.
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Blundell's Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Blundell's Preparatory School located?
Blundell's Preparatory School is located at Milestones House, Blundell’s Road, Tiverton, Tiverton, EX16 4NA.
What type of school is Blundell's Preparatory School?
Blundell's Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Blundell's Preparatory School?
Blundell's Preparatory School has approximately 255 pupils on roll.
What is Blundell's Preparatory School's inspection rating?
Blundell's Preparatory School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 23 September 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.