Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School
URN: 134859 • Exeter EX2 5DW
Overview
- Name
- Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School
- URN
- 134859
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Laura Webb (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01392402675
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Schoolrooms, Bramble Unit, Exeter EX2 5DW
Summary
Devon Hospitals' Short Stay School (DHSSS) is a pupil referral unit located in Exeter, Devon, dedicated to providing education for children and young people aged 4-16 who are unable to attend their regular schools due to health issues. The school operates primarily within the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital and the North Devon District Hospital, offering both in-hospital education and outreach services to ensure continuity of learning during medical treatment.
The curriculum at DHSSS encompasses a range of subjects, including English, Mathematics, Science, and the Arts, tailored to meet the individual needs of students. The school aims to support students academically while fostering their emotional well-being, helping them regain confidence and reintegrate into their home schools as they recover.
In addition to academic support, DHSSS provides resources for mental health and emotional well-being, ensuring that both students and their families receive comprehensive assistance during challenging times. The school is committed to creating a supportive community that prioritises the educational and personal development of its students.
The curriculum at DHSSS encompasses a range of subjects, including English, Mathematics, Science, and the Arts, tailored to meet the individual needs of students. The school aims to support students academically while fostering their emotional well-being, helping them regain confidence and reintegrate into their home schools as they recover.
In addition to academic support, DHSSS provides resources for mental health and emotional well-being, ensuring that both students and their families receive comprehensive assistance during challenging times. The school is committed to creating a supportive community that prioritises the educational and personal development of its students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Vranch House School (61.3)
- University of Exeter (60.2)
- Torlands Academy (58.2)
- The Outdoors School (56.1)
- Infocus College (55.7)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 79 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 79 | 100.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 79 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 79 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1 | 1 | 79 | 100.00 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 79 |
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