· EX8 5AU
St Peter's Preparatory School in Exmouth, Devon, is a well-established co-educational day prep school serving pupils from age 3 to 13, with a strong reputation on the Devon coast. The school prides itself on a nurturing, family-oriented ethos that balances academic ambition with a rich programme of sport, arts, and outdoor education in a coastal setting. With 305 pupils, it maintains an intimate community feel typical of independent preps in the South West, preparing children effectively for entry to senior independent schools across the region.
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive in a warm, close-knit environment where they are known as individuals and can develop confidence across academics, sport, and the arts. Children who benefit from structured pastoral support and a broad prep school experience will do particularly well here.
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Harefield, Lympstone, Devon
EX8 5AU
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Day fees at St Peter's Preparatory School are approximately £12,600 per year (2024/25).
St Peter's Preparatory School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
St Peter's Preparatory School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
ISI rated St Peter's Preparatory School “Excellent” (2020).
Frequently praised
✓Warm and caring staff who know every child individually
✓Strong sense of community and belonging among families
✓Good breadth of activities beyond the classroom including sport and arts
✓Effective preparation for entry to Devon senior independent schools
Common concerns
!Smaller school size may limit specialist facilities compared to larger independent preps
!Limited information on SEND provision depth for more complex needs