Stover School
School summary
Set in the Devon countryside near Newton Abbot, Stover School has welcomed pupils from age three to eighteen since 1932. This Church of England independent school takes both day pupils and boarders, with around 497 on roll, making it a medium-sized community. The Independent Schools Inspectorate judged it good overall in 2024, while singling out personal development as excellent and confirming that all compliance standards were met. With more than 41 per cent of pupils receiving SEN support, the school clearly draws on a broad range of learning needs and offers a notably inclusive setting.
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
27%
National average 23%
A-level A*-A
29%
National average 28%
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 30 April 2024
Teaching & academics
Results sit a little above national benchmarks: 27 per cent of GCSE grades were 9-7 against a national average of 23 per cent, and 29 per cent of A-level entries reached A*-A compared with 28 per cent nationally. The curriculum is wide, spanning sciences, humanities, the arts and practical subjects such as food technology and computing, with French and Spanish on offer. Alongside GCSEs and A-levels, pupils can take BTEC qualifications and the Extended Project Qualification, giving the small sixth form of 45 a mix of academic and vocational routes.
Languages
GCSE subjects
Executive head · Caroline Ward
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 45
Qualifications offered
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships across academic work, sport, tennis, arts and music point to genuine breadth beyond the classroom. The presence of a dedicated tennis award alongside wider sport suggests strong provision in this area, while drama and art feature prominently among popular subjects.
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1932
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 41.13%
- EHC plans
- 1.13%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £11,175 - £20,700
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £35,550 - £40,980
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A medium-sized, all-through Devon school where above-average results meet excellent pastoral care. The wide range of qualifications and high level of SEN support make it worth a look for families seeking a supportive, varied education.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.