The Outdoors School
URN: 146200 • Exeter EX2 9QQ
Overview
- Name
- The Outdoors School
- URN
- 146200
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Robyn Vincent (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01392832632
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Straw Barn, Exeter EX2 9QQ
Summary
The Outdoors School, located in Exeter, Devon, is an independent special school catering to a mixed-gender population of 85 pupils, with a capacity of 120. The school focuses on outdoor education through its Forest School model, which aims to connect children with nature, fostering their social, emotional, and physical development. Established in 2011, The Outdoors Group has evolved to provide various educational experiences, including home education groups, toddler clubs, and holiday childcare.
The curriculum at The Outdoors School emphasizes a holistic approach, prioritising the well-being of students alongside traditional educational outcomes. Activities are designed to promote exploration, creativity, and environmental stewardship, allowing children to learn in a natural setting. The experienced staff are dedicated to nurturing a love for the outdoors and facilitating meaningful learning experiences.
The school is committed to maintaining high standards of care and education, being registered with OFSTED on both Voluntary and Compulsory Childcare Registers. This ensures accountability and compliance with regulations, providing parents with confidence in the quality of education and support their children receive.
The curriculum at The Outdoors School emphasizes a holistic approach, prioritising the well-being of students alongside traditional educational outcomes. Activities are designed to promote exploration, creativity, and environmental stewardship, allowing children to learn in a natural setting. The experienced staff are dedicated to nurturing a love for the outdoors and facilitating meaningful learning experiences.
The school is committed to maintaining high standards of care and education, being registered with OFSTED on both Voluntary and Compulsory Childcare Registers. This ensures accountability and compliance with regulations, providing parents with confidence in the quality of education and support their children receive.
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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)
- Infocus College (55.7)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 85 | 75 | 10 | 120 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 63 | 56 | 7 | 90 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 34 | 30 | 4 | 90 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 34 | 30 | 4 | 90 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 33 | 31 | 2 | 90 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 23 | 22 | 1 | 90 |
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