Stover School

URN: 113579 • Newton Abbot TQ12 6QG

Overview

Name
Stover School
URN
113579
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
39.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
C Ward (since 2025) , Executive Head Teacher
Telephone
01626354505
Website
Visit
Address
Stover, Newton Abbot TQ12 6QG

Summary

Stover School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school located in Newton Abbot, Devon, catering to children aged 3 to 18 years. The school emphasizes a nurturing and supportive environment, combining a progressive, research-based curriculum with a strong moral framework rooted in family and Christian values. Stover aims to inspire and challenge each pupil, fostering both academic and personal growth.

The school offers a comprehensive educational journey, including a Preparatory School for ages 3-11, a Senior School for GCSEs (ages 11-16), and a Sixth Form for A Levels and BTECs (ages 16-19). Additionally, Stover provides boarding options for both domestic and international students aged 9-18, enhancing the sense of community and support among pupils.

Set against the scenic backdrop of Dartmoor and close to the coast, Stover School prides itself on being a close-knit community. The school is committed to the well-being of its students, ensuring they are supported emotionally and academically. With a wide range of extracurricular activities, Stover encourages pupils to develop their interests and talents beyond the classroom.

Key details

LA
Devon
Age range
3 - 18
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
620
Pupils
530
Boys
283
Girls
247
FSM %
Open date
1942-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 530 283 247 620
2024-09-11 523 274 249 620
2023-09-11 520 274 246 620 0.00
2022-09-11 520 274 246 620 0.00
2021-09-11 469 243 226 620 0.00
2020-09-11 440 221 219 620 0.00

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