Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education
Exmouth, Devon, South West · EX8 2AU
Specialising in the education of deaf children, Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education is a small independent school in Exmouth, Devon. With around 48 pupils on roll and the option of boarding, it offers an intimate setting where each child can be known well. Ofsted rated the school 'Good' overall at its most recent inspection, while awarding 'Outstanding' for both behaviour and personal development. The school is led by Head Mr Sylvan Dewing and caters for pupils through to the sixth form.
48
Pupils
Good
Ofsted
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 48
- Location
- Exmouth, Devon, South West
- Website
- https://thedeafacademy.ac.uk/
Headteacher
Head Mr Sylvan Dewing
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Teaching & academics
Ofsted judged the quality of education as 'Good', with sixth form provision also rated 'Good'. The very small roll means teaching can be closely tailored to individual needs, which is central to the school's specialist purpose.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 4.17%
- EHC plans
- 95.83%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- Yes
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 23 February 2023
The last word
A specialist, small-scale setting where deaf pupils are supported to thrive, with behaviour and personal development judged Outstanding by Ofsted.
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Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education located?
Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education is located at Exmouth, EX8 2AU.
What type of school is Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education?
Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education?
Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education has approximately 48 pupils on roll.
What is Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education's Ofsted rating?
Exeter Royal Academy for Deaf Education was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its inspection on 23 February 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.