Magdalen Court School
URN: 113623 • Exeter EX2 4NU
Overview
- Name
- Magdalen Court School
- URN
- 113623
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 42.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rowena Schofield (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01392494919
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Victoria Park Road, Exeter EX2 4NU
Summary
Magdalen Court School is an independent special school located in Exeter, Devon, catering to children in Key Stage 2 and above. With a current enrolment of 120 pupils and a capacity of 250, the school focuses on providing tailored education for young people with special educational needs. The ethos of the school emphasizes nurturing each child's individual strengths while addressing their areas for development, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
The curriculum at Magdalen Court is designed to be dynamic and engaging, combining core subjects such as literacy and maths with creative activities like cookery, art, and outdoor adventures. Small class sizes allow for personalized attention, enabling teachers to adapt their approaches to meet the diverse needs of students. The school prioritizes building confidence and a love of learning through enjoyable and meaningful tasks.
Founded in 1990, Magdalen Court School has a strong sense of community and continuity, with many staff members having personal connections to the school. This familial atmosphere contributes to high staff retention and a nurturing environment, helping pupils develop the skills and confidence necessary for future success.
The curriculum at Magdalen Court is designed to be dynamic and engaging, combining core subjects such as literacy and maths with creative activities like cookery, art, and outdoor adventures. Small class sizes allow for personalized attention, enabling teachers to adapt their approaches to meet the diverse needs of students. The school prioritizes building confidence and a love of learning through enjoyable and meaningful tasks.
Founded in 1990, Magdalen Court School has a strong sense of community and continuity, with many staff members having personal connections to the school. This familial atmosphere contributes to high staff retention and a nurturing environment, helping pupils develop the skills and confidence necessary for future success.
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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 | 120 | 74 | 46 | 250 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 93 | 63 | 30 | 250 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 82 | 53 | 29 | 250 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 82 | 53 | 29 | 250 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 59 | 41 | 18 | 250 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 54 | 36 | 18 | 250 | 0.00 |
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