Kingsley School Devon
School summary
A small Methodist independent school in Bideford, Kingsley School Devon educates around 162 pupils and offers both day and boarding places. Its modest size shows in the intimate scale of school life, with a pupil-to-teacher ratio of about 15 to one. Entry is available at age 11, and the mixed intake spans day pupils and boarders alike. Families drawn to a close-knit community grounded in Methodist values, rather than a large institution, will find the school's character distinctive.
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Teaching & academics
Teaching takes place in small groups, with roughly 15 pupils per teacher giving staff scope to know individual children well. The school is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. Entry at 11 is offered through an 11+ process.
Head of Prep School · Mr Andrew Trythall
Beyond the classroom
As a boarding school, Kingsley offers a daily rhythm that extends beyond lessons for those who board. School transport is available, with bus travellers permitted to carry a mobile phone.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- Methodist
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Prep school children are not allowed a mobile phone, unless they travel on the bus. They can bring a phone to school and leave it in their bag until home time.
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £9,615 - £15,945
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A small Methodist school combining day and boarding in Bideford, suited to families who value a personal, community-minded education over sheer scale.
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Kingsley School Devon 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.