Exeter Cathedral School
URN: 113561 • Exeter EX1 1HX
Overview
- Name
- Exeter Cathedral School
- URN
- 113561
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Anglican/Christian
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 42.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Featherstone (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 01392255298
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Chantry, Exeter EX1 1HX
Summary
Exeter Cathedral School is an independent co-educational institution located in Exeter, Devon, with a rich history spanning over 900 years. The school serves 176 pupils, with a capacity of 300, and offers a nurturing environment where individual student needs are recognised and supported. The ethos of the school emphasizes a balance of traditional values and modern educational practices, fostering both academic and personal growth.
The curriculum is designed to provide a tailored educational experience, ensuring that students are appropriately challenged and engaged. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including clubs and after-school care, which are included in the termly fees. These fees vary by year group, with additional discounts available for siblings and children of serving military personnel.
Exeter Cathedral School prides itself on its strong community spirit and commitment to developing well-rounded individuals. The Headmaster, James Featherstone, encourages prospective families to visit the school to experience its unique atmosphere and discover how it can support their child's educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the admissions team directly.
The curriculum is designed to provide a tailored educational experience, ensuring that students are appropriately challenged and engaged. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including clubs and after-school care, which are included in the termly fees. These fees vary by year group, with additional discounts available for siblings and children of serving military personnel.
Exeter Cathedral School prides itself on its strong community spirit and commitment to developing well-rounded individuals. The Headmaster, James Featherstone, encourages prospective families to visit the school to experience its unique atmosphere and discover how it can support their child's educational journey. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the admissions team directly.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- How many pupils go on to get scholarships for senior schools after Year 8?Find out here on our FAQ page (sen)
- Book an Individual Tour (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term dates (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Vranch House School (61.3)
- University of Exeter (60.2)
- Torlands Academy (58.2)
- Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School (56.7)
- The Outdoors School (56.1)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 176 | 106 | 70 | 300 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 217 | 123 | 94 | 300 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 266 | 165 | 101 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 266 | 165 | 101 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 270 | 161 | 109 | 300 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 246 | 140 | 106 | 300 | 0.00 |
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