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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress due to strong teaching and resources. Some variability in marking impacts progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, confident, and display excellent self-discipline and respect for others.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching generally enables good progress; some lessons lack pace and challenge for the most able.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Welfare and safety arrangements meet requirements and effectively promote pupil well-being.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Students show exemplary behaviour with a strong sense of right and wrong.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: A wide range of activities fosters skill development beyond the classroom, achieving notable success.
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Stover School is a All-through, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Devon, South West.
It has 523 students from age 3-18 yr.
Tuition fee £3,882 to £6,550 for the highest grade offered.
At this school, 38% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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From humble beginnings as the Chestnut School in Newton Abbot in the late 1920s, Mrs. Joan Key created Stover School on its current location in 1932. (nee Dence).
The 64-acre site is the heart of Stover Park, the illustrious 18th-century estate of the Templer family. The XI Duke of Somerset purchased the estate in 1829, and the Seymour family owned it until its sale following World War I in 1921.
In 1956, the school was created an educational Trust and a business limited by guarantee thanks to the Key family's generosity.
Two members of the Key family are currently serving on the Board of Governors, demonstrating the family's ongoing commitment to the institution.
School Swimming at Stover Gala, 1944 The school served females aged 11 to 18 as both a day and residential school until 1994.
Since then, boys have gradually been included into the Senior School, resulting in today's almost entirely co-ed Preparatory School and Senior School.
The school has a longstanding reputation for distinction in the performing arts, including music and drama.
Since the school began admitting males, there have been more students, which has led to the building of other facilities.
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The 64-acre site is the heart of Stover Park, the illustrious 18th-century estate of the Templer family. The XI Duke of Somerset purchased the estate in 1829, and the Seymour family owned it until its sale following World War I in 1921.
In 1956, the school was created an educational Trust and a business limited by guarantee thanks to the Key family's generosity.
Two members of the Key family are currently serving on the Board of Governors, demonstrating the family's ongoing commitment to the institution.
School Swimming at Stover Gala, 1944 The school served females aged 11 to 18 as both a day and residential school until 1994.
Since then, boys have gradually been included into the Senior School, resulting in today's almost entirely co-ed Preparatory School and Senior School.
The school has a longstanding reputation for distinction in the performing arts, including music and drama.
Since the school began admitting males, there have been more students, which has led to the building of other facilities.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Ofset report | - | - |
| Age range | 3-18 | 4-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Girls |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 38% | 92% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 25.00% | 38.00% |
| Day Fees | £3,882 to £6,550 | £2,446 to £5,106 |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 48.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 38% | 25.81% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 37.96% | 42.99% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 24% | 20.47% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 8.52% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 12.74% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.11 | 2.46 | 2.82 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 84.82% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 137 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 75.88% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 52.43% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | - | 17.18% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.57% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.71% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.94% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 42.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 31% | 26.47% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% | 38.67% | 45.26% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 25% | 18.44% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 9.77% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 12.95% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.68 | 2.47 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 89.93% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 134 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 83.59% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 53.43% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 19.26% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.52% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.41% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.65% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.65% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 46.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 32% 26 | 26.63% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 24 | 39.78% | 43.34% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 27% | 21.83% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% 7 | 9.85% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% 5 | 14.28% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.98 | 2.6 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 90.67% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 138 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 82.49% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 47.1% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | - | 24.21% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.97% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.21% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.72% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.49% | 2.76% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 56 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% 21 | 26.8% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 89% 2 | 41.02% | 42.58% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 19% | 22.35% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% 4 | 10.12% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% 2 | 14.55% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.74 | 2.59 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 82.82% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 140 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 65.59% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 43.71% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 22.56% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.5% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.12% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.15% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.56% | 2.06% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 50.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 37% | 26.56% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 87% | 39.54% | 43.04% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 17% | 22% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 12.4% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 13.82% | 16.23% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 78.85% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 144 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 54.26% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 48.74% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 22.32% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.88% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.38% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.12% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.88% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 38.02 | 31.16 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.29 | 31.06 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 25.00% | 16.95% | 13.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 208 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 44.41% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.41% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 34.82% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.77% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.71 | 34.34 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.06 | 33.54 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.0% | 22.33% | 17.69% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 293 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 49% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.19% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 27.14% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 11.95% | 10.7% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 26.29 7 | 29.54 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.29 3 | 28.3 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.3% | 15.85% | 13.04% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 284 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | - | 48.24% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 9.48% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | - | 27.95% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 10.52% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.38 2 | 28.15 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.56 7 | 27.57 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.7% | 15.1% | 13.34% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 61.56% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.22% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 21.28% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.89% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 31.81 | 29.05 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.18 | 29.89 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 38.5% | 18.52% | 12.63% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 7 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 75.81% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.63% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 27.38% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.13% | 4.23% |
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£3,882 to £6,550
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£9,250 to £14,590
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 27th Jul 2025 |
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