MixedIndependent

St Peter's Preparatory School

Exmouth, Devon, South West · EX8 5AU

A small independent prep school in Exmouth, Devon, St Peter's takes children from the early years right through to age 13, with around 318 pupils on roll. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of "excellent" for both academic standards and personal development, and the school met all compliance requirements. With a non-selective, mixed intake and a sizeable proportion of pupils receiving SEN support, it suits families looking for a nurturing environment that prepares children for senior school under the leadership of Head Mrs Charlotte Johnston.

318

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£16,620

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender: Mixed
Type: independent (fee-paying) school
Age range: 3-13
Pupils: 318
Location: Exmouth, Devon, South West
Website: https://stpetersprep.co.uk/
Telephone: 01395 272148

Headteacher

Head Mrs Charlotte Johnston

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Teaching & academics

An "excellent" ISI rating points to strong teaching and high standards across the board. The school supports a notable share of pupils through SEN provision, at 17.7 percent, which suggests a genuine commitment to helping a range of learners thrive. As a prep school, its focus is firmly on readiness for entry to senior schools at 11 and 13.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support: 17.7%
EHC plans: 1.31%

Arts & extracurricular

Scholarships

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Beyond the classroom

Scholarships are offered across academic, music, drama, sport and all-rounder categories, reflecting a breadth of opportunity beyond the classroom. The "excellent" judgement for personal development indicates that pupils are well supported in growing as confident, rounded individuals.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character: None
Boarding: No

Mobile phone policy

Mobile phones are not to be brought in at all unless in certain circumstances such as: children who travel to or from school independently; children who are going between homes, due to shared parental care; or other agreed circumstances which is done on an individual basis. All phones are to be turned off and handed into reception upon arriving at school. They need to be collected just before departure, where they are placed immediately in their bags. Under no circumstances should they be turned on.

Money matters

Day fees (per year): £7,485 - £16,620

Inspection reports

ISI rating: excellent
ISI personal development: excellent
Last inspected: 14 May 2024

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The last word

A small, non-selective Devon prep with top ISI marks and a clear pastoral ethos. Day fees run from £7,485 to £16,620, with scholarships available for talented children.

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