Chances Educational Support Services
Dawlish, Devon, South West · EX7 0AF
With just 15 pupils on roll, Chances Educational Support Services is among the smallest independent schools in Devon, offering a notably personal setting in Dawlish. Nearly half the pupils receive SEN support, which suggests a focus on tailored teaching and close attention to individual needs. Led by headteacher Mr Gary Hayes, the school is co-educational, takes pupils from age 11 and operates without a religious character. Families looking for a small, supportive environment rather than a large mainstream school may find it particularly worth considering.
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 15
- Location
- Dawlish, Devon, South West
- Website
- https://www.chancesschool.com/
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Gary Hayes
Teaching & academics
Teaching takes place on a very small scale, with the entire roll standing at around 15 pupils, which allows for highly individual attention. The school admits at 11 and offers 11+ entry. It is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 46.67%
- EHC plans
- 13.33%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A tiny, specialist-feel independent where almost half of pupils receive SEN support - one for families who want close, individual attention over the scale of a larger school.
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Chances Educational Support Services 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Chances Educational Support Services located?
Chances Educational Support Services is located at Red Rock, Sandy Lane, Dawlish, EX7 0AF.
What type of school is Chances Educational Support Services?
Chances Educational Support Services is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Chances Educational Support Services?
Chances Educational Support Services has approximately 15 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.