Thomas Hall School
URN: 147650 • Exeter EX4 5AD
Overview
- Name
- Thomas Hall School
- URN
- 147650
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- All-through
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- REACH SOUTH ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 41.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Phil Arnold (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01392757371
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cowley Bridge Road, Exeter EX4 5AD
Summary
      Thomas Hall School, located in Exeter, Devon, is an all-through free school catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 16. With a current enrolment of 458 students and a capacity of 720, the school is committed to providing a diverse and enriching educational experience. The historic main building, dating back to the 1600s, is set within six and a half acres of natural beauty, promoting a unique learning environment.
The school focuses on a STEAM curriculum, integrating science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, while also addressing critical climate issues. Thomas Hall aims to foster individual strengths and personal development, ensuring that each pupil is well-prepared for future challenges. The curriculum is complemented by co-curricular activities, including sports and outdoor learning, which encourage holistic growth.
Collaboration with parents and guardians is a key aspect of the school's ethos, as they work together to support students' aspirations and well-being. With a commitment to high expectations and resilience, Thomas Hall School strives to create a nurturing environment where pupils can explore their identities and develop their potential.
      The school focuses on a STEAM curriculum, integrating science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics, while also addressing critical climate issues. Thomas Hall aims to foster individual strengths and personal development, ensuring that each pupil is well-prepared for future challenges. The curriculum is complemented by co-curricular activities, including sports and outdoor learning, which encourage holistic growth.
Collaboration with parents and guardians is a key aspect of the school's ethos, as they work together to support students' aspirations and well-being. With a commitment to high expectations and resilience, Thomas Hall School strives to create a nurturing environment where pupils can explore their identities and develop their potential.
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- Admissions (other)
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Nearby alternatives
- Cranbrook Education Campus (62.6)
- Steiner Academy Exeter (40.2)
- Matford Brook Academy (33.5)
Key details
- LA
- Devon
- Age range
- 4 - 16
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- REACH SOUTH ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 720
- Pupils
- 458
- Boys
- 249
- Girls
- 209
- FSM %
- 30.80
- Open date
- 2019-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Devon
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 458 | 249 | 209 | 720 | 30.80 | 
| 2024-09-11 | 459 | 231 | 228 | 720 | 26.90 | 
| 2023-09-11 | 371 | 187 | 184 | 720 | 22.40 | 
| 2022-09-11 | 371 | 187 | 184 | 720 | 22.40 | 
| 2021-09-11 | 282 | 158 | 124 | 720 | 19.50 | 
| 2020-09-11 | 344 | 178 | 166 | 624 | 12.60 | 
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