The Wildings
Devon, South West · EX5 2RR
With just ten pupils on its roll, The Wildings is a notably small independent school in Devon. Its scale places it firmly at the most intimate end of the spectrum, where teaching can be closely tailored to each child. The school is co-educational and admits pupils at age 11. It is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, and is led by headteacher Mr Mike.
10
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 10
- Location
- Devon, South West
- Website
- www.thewildings.co.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Mike
Teaching & academics
Entry is available at 11 through an 11+ assessment. With so few pupils, classes are inevitably very small, allowing close attention to individual progress.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
The last word
An unusually small independent school in Devon, The Wildings will suit families seeking an intimate setting and individual attention at age 11.
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The Wildings 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Wildings located?
The Wildings is located at Royston Farm, Talaton, Exeter, EX5 2RR.
What type of school is The Wildings?
The Wildings is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend The Wildings?
The Wildings has approximately 10 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.