Mount Kelly Prep
Tavistock, Devon, South West · PL19 9JL
With around 206 pupils and a pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly six to one, Mount Kelly Prep is a small independent school where children are unlikely to go unnoticed. Set in Tavistock, Devon, it offers both day and boarding places under a Church of England character, and welcomes boys and girls alike. The intimate scale and high staffing levels suggest a setting where pupils receive close attention, and the option to board makes it worth considering for families seeking a more immersive experience. It is inspected by the ISI.
206
Pupils
£21,060
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 206
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 6
- Location
- Tavistock, Devon, South West
- Website
- https://www.mountkelly.com/
Headteacher
Head of prep Mrs L Tabb
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Teaching & academics
The standout feature here is the very low pupil-to-teacher ratio of about six to one, which allows for a high degree of individual attention in the classroom. The school's approach to technology is age-appropriate and clearly structured: younger pupils are kept largely device-free, Years 7 and 8 may use laptops or iPads but not phones, and older pupils gain greater freedom within set guidelines.
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Swimming is central to life at Mount Kelly Prep, which offers dedicated swimming scholarships and identifies it as the school's main sport. Families with a keen young swimmer will find a clear pathway and recognition for talent in the pool.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Year 6 and below: no mobile devices unless explicit permission. Years 7-8: laptops/iPads allowed but no mobile phones. Years 9+: mobile phones and digital devices permitted subject to guidelines.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £10,620 - £21,060
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £30,384 - £32,148
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The last word
A small, swimming-focused prep with boarding and an exceptionally generous staffing ratio. Best suited to families who value close attention and want a sporting specialism on the doorstep.
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Mount Kelly Prep 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Kelly Prep located?
Mount Kelly Prep is located at Tavistock, PL19 9JL.
What type of school is Mount Kelly Prep?
Mount Kelly Prep is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Mount Kelly Prep?
Mount Kelly Prep has approximately 206 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.