An Exeter School pupil is looking to begin university life across the Atlantic this September. Matt Rutter, currently an Upper Sixth pupil has been offered a place to study economics at the prestigious University of Pennsylvania where he will also be able to develop his thriving tennis career as part of the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) which saw both John Isner and Cameron Norrie (the current British number one) compete before joining the professional circuit.
Matt, who is based in Exeter, played at Junior Wimbledon in 2021 and, before COVID19 was on target to...
A leading independent school in Devon is delighted to feature in the 22nd edition of The Good Schools Guide.
Exeter School, a co-educational day school in the heart of the county welcomed the guide’s inspector on campus in February 2022 where she interviewed parents, pupils and staff to fully assess the school’s education, facilities and extra-curricular offering.
The Good Schools Guide has been published for over 35 years and is the UK’s number one school guide, including impartial and candid school reviews based on their well-informed, unbiased approach.
Seven pupils from Exeter School competed for their respective swim clubs in the Devon Swimming Championships during January and February.
Emily Bishop competed in 10 events in the U14 category gaining four PBs with a very strong performance in the 50m freestyle placing her only a few milliseconds away from a regional time.
Hanna Sari also competed in the U14 category, gaining qualifying times in 12 events and achieving five PBs, while her sister Sara reached the finals in eight events in the U15 category also gaining third place in the 400m individual medley.
Pupils and staff at The New School are enjoying new and improved facilities following an extensive refurbishment over the summer holidays.
The New School community returned for the autumn term to find the surroundings at the co-educational prep school for children aged 3-7 had been revitalised.
Three sections of the roof have been replaced and the storm water drainage system has been updated ensuring pupils and staff are warm and dry.
Onsite safety has been improved with a new fire alarm system, fire doors and emergency lighting.
Exeter School is delighted to welcome Paralympian David Hill to coach competitive swimming squads this year.
David is a two-time Paralympian in swimming and triathlon and world and European medallist in swimming.
The British Champion was Team GB's youngest athlete at the Athens 2004 Paralympics and Top 10 Finisher in the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Paralympic Games.
Paralympian David said he felt privileged to add value to the coaching team at Exeter School and pass on his experience and knowledge to the next generation.
Two Exeter School alumni who are lifeguards at the David Lloyd Health Club in Exeter have saved the life of a local photographer, and are keen to spread the word about the importance of lifesaving training.
Alumni Archie Leather (2015-2020) and Alex Foster (2009-2019) resuscitated photographer Andrew Butler while on duty at the club. They received their lifesaving training while in the sixth form at Exeter School.
Andrew Butler suffered a cardiac arrest after a swim, an alarm was raised, and Archie was first on the scene. Together with the David Lloyd team they dragged...
Exeter School welcomed guest of honour, alumnus and executive recruiter, Ikenna Iroche, to its annual Speech Day.
Speech Day was held on 23 September, and during the day, Ikenna gave inspiring talks to individual year groups on turning your dreams into goals, and diversity and inclusion, using his own experiences of integrating into Exeter School in the 1990s from Nigeria.
For his main address in the evening, Ikenna gave an interesting presentation on the path that led him to Exeter School, the importance of accepting others and celebrating diversity to senior pupils,...
The community of Exeter School, the city’s largest independent school, pays tribute to Year 11 pupils on their fortitude and resilience during a pandemic.
This year’s cohort of young people, supported by their families, teachers and pastoral staff, have tackled the challenges of the past two years with characteristic energy and enthusiasm.
Exeter School Head Louise Simpson said she could not be more proud of all that pupils had achieved in their two years of GCSE study despite the many changes and unpredictable elements of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Exeter School community congratulates the Class of 2021 on their A Level achievement, showing great resilience during a pandemic.
This year’s cohort of young people, supported by their teachers, pastoral staff, friends, and family have tackled the challenges of learning in new ways with characteristic determination and vigour.
Exeter School Head Louise Simpson acknowledged the huge amount of hard work by pupils, which has enabled them to continue to make excellent progress over the last two academic years, preparing them for their future beyond school.
A new scheme to offer free instrumental lessons is being offered to all Exeter Junior School pupils entering Year 3.
Starting in September 2021, this unique pilot scheme will enable pupils to start a string instrument through weekly lessons.
Director of Music Peter Tamblyn and the junior school staff are excited to support the Exeter School String Instrument Scheme (ESSIS), as it will both support the children’s academic growth and pave the way for growing participation in orchestras and bands in future years.
“It is scientifically proven that learning a musical...
