The Outdoors School
School summary
With just 85 pupils on its roll, The Outdoors School is among the smallest independent schools in Exeter, Devon, and that intimate scale shapes its character. Mixed and non-denominational, it takes pupils from age 11 and is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate. The school is led by headteacher Mrs Robyn Vincent. For families drawn to a close-knit community over the anonymity of a large institution, the size will be a defining appeal.
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Teaching & academics
Entry is at age 11, with an 11+ assessment forming part of the admissions process. As a small independent school, the modest roll allows for teaching in compact groups where pupils are likely to be well known to their teachers.
Head · Mrs Robyn Vincent
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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A small, mixed independent in Exeter that will suit families who value a personal, tight-knit setting over scale.
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The Outdoors School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.