At West Buckland School, we proudly stand among the leading independent schools in the UK, for boys and girls aged 3 to 18. Our ethos distinguishes us, as we prioritise shaping the school experience around each child. With a commitment to exceptional teaching, we place the child at the heart of all we do. Our ultimate goal is to empower every individual to discover their unique excellence.

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A Welcome from the Head

โ€œThe highest reward for your toil is not what you get for it but what you become by it.โ€ John Ruskin

Welcome to West Buckland School!
Growing up is inevitable, but how you do it is a choice. At West Buckland, we believe in nurturing our studentsโ€™ growth through exploration and generosity, helping them become the leaders of tomorrow.
Learning at the Heart of Our Education
At West Buckland, learning is at the core of everything we do. Our curriculum is designed to help students discover more about their subjects, their environment, and themselves. We value who your children become during their time here, not just what they achieve. Our students are encouraged to challenge their knowledge and dreams through a variety of ambitious cultural, intellectual, sporting, outdoor, and service programmes. This holistic approach allows them to develop into balanced, accomplished individuals who can make a difference in the world.

 

Unlocking True Potential through core values
By embracing resilience, honesty, kindness, respect, and curiosity, we aim to unlock each studentโ€™s true potential. Our inclusive and ever-exploring community provides the perfect environment for them to flourish.ย  We emphasize the importance of having a sense of duty, an awareness of right and wrong. We encourage our students to be ambitious, with a clear sense of purpose and a balanced view of life. They resist the temptation to play it safe or follow the crowd. Instead, they dare to blaze new trails and, through reflective appraisal, change expectations. Our students are not just preparing for jobs that have yet to be invented; they are poised to create and lead those jobs.

 

Visit Us
You are warmly invited to visit West Buckland School and meet the inspiring individuals who are shaping the future. We look forward to welcoming you to our community.

Phillip Stapleton, Head

Our remarkable campus

Described as “a gem of a school in an outstanding location” by the Good Schools Guide, West Buckland School, founded in 1858, is set on 100 acres of stunning countryside near the Atlantic coast. Recent investments of over ยฃ14 million have transformed our campus, blending traditional charm with modern facilities. This environment inspires students to excel academically, culturally, and athletically, revealing their unique excellence

Our facilities

๐Ÿ“… Save the Date!

Looking to provide your child with additional support as exam season approaches?

Then look no further! Our Easter Revision Course is back for the fourth consecutive year, open to external Year 11 students as well as our own students.

๐ŸŒŸ Led by experienced and qualified teachers, this course covers a range of subjects, including English, Maths, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, History, D.T, Art, Business and RS, helping students assess and plug gaps in their knowledge, prepare for exams, learn strategies to improve revision techniques and boost their chances of securing the grades they deserve.

๐Ÿ“† We will be offering residential and day options from 7th โ€“ 10th April 2025.

๐ŸŒŸ New this year: Weโ€™re also introducing an A-level Revision Course, exclusively for West Buckland School students, to support advanced preparation.

๐Ÿ“Œ Last bookings close on 7th February 2025, so donโ€™t miss your chance to secure a spot.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Register your interest today via the link in our bio โœจ

#GCSERevision #ExamSuccess #EasterRevision #WestBucklandSchool
November may be over, but there's still time to support our Sixth Form boys, led by Noah C, in raising money for Movember! Pictured here on the last day of November with their moustaches, the team has already raised an impressive ยฃ1,200 through their hard work running the "Cornershop."

Weโ€™re just ยฃ50-ยฃ100 away from reaching their targetโ€”every little bit helps! ๐Ÿ’™ Donate today and help them hit their goal via the link in our bio ๐Ÿ™Œ 

#Movember #WestBucklandSchool
๐ŸŽ„โœจ Join us for a magical evening of music at the West Buckland School Christmas Concert! ๐ŸŽถ๐ŸŽ…

๐Ÿ—“ Date: Thursday, 5th December
โฐ Time: 7:00 PM
๐Ÿ› Location: Memorial Hall, West Buckland

This festive celebration will feature the amazing talents of:
๐ŸŽค WBS Choirs
๐ŸŽถ WB Choral Society
๐ŸŽป Chamber Orchestra
๐ŸŽบ Concert Band
๐ŸŽท String Quartet
๐ŸŽท West Buckland Jazz

Admission is FREE! Come and enjoy an unforgettable night of holiday cheer, incredible performances and community spirit. ๐ŸŽ„๐ŸŽถ

Singing at Christmas is like spreading a little extra joy in the air โ€“ and we have plenty to share! ๐ŸŽถ๐Ÿ’ซ

See you there!โœจ
#WBS #HolidayConcert #CommunityMusic #FestiveFun #Christmas
๐ŸŒŸ A heartfelt thank you from Revd. Tandy ๐ŸŒŸ

To every student and parent who lovingly packed a shoebox for a child in need, your generosity is truly inspiring. ๐Ÿ’ Your thoughtful donations will bring joy and hope to children who might not otherwise receive a gift this Christmas. ๐ŸŽโœจ

Thank you for your kindness and for making a meaningful difference this holiday season. โค๏ธ

 #CommunitySpirit #GivingBack #ChristmasJoy#wbsprep
๐Ÿ† South West Computational Thinking Cup ๐Ÿงฉ

On 22nd November, over 100 students from across the South West gathered at @millfieldschool to flex their problem-solving muscles in the South West Computational Thinking Cup. West Buckland School proudly entered six teams showcasing teamwork, determination and creativity in tackling a range of challenging puzzles.

From pattern matching to debugging algorithms, the day was packed with exciting tasks designed to test logical reasoning, algorithmic thinking and teamwork. Our students embraced every challenge with enthusiasm and skill!

๐ŸŽ‰ A special congratulations to Team 6โ€”Tilly, Martha and Evelynโ€”who emerged victorious in the B team competition!

Read all about the event and the amazing puzzles our students tackled in our latest blog via the link in bio โœจ
โœจ Second star to the right, and straight on to an incredible performance! โœจ

Break a leg!

#WestBucklandSchool #WendyAndPeterPan #TheatreMagic #wbsdrama
Join us for our Sixth Form Open Evening on Tuesday, 28th January, at 6:30 pm.

Discover how West Buckland School empowers students to achieve their ambitions with outstanding academic results, dedicated pastoral care and exciting opportunities beyond the classroom.

๐Ÿ“ Meet our expert teachers
๐Ÿ“ Explore our exceptional facilities
๐Ÿ“ Learn about scholarships and personalised pathways

โœจ At West Buckland School, education goes beyond the classroom. From international trips and Duke of Edinburgh awards to eco-sustainability projects,  leadership programmes and creative arts performances, our Sixth Form students are encouraged to develop life skills, leadership qualities and confidence to stand out in the world.

๐ŸŽฏ Our dedicated careers advice service helps students explore their aspirations, gain valuable work experience and prepare for top university applications, apprenticeships and future careers.

๐Ÿ“† Save the date and sign up via the link in our bio. 

We can't wait to welcome you! ๐ŸŒŸ

#SixthForm #OpenEvening #WestBucklandSchool #DiscoverYourFuture #Leadership #BeyondTheClassroom #CareersAdvice #EducationForLife#wbssixthform
๐ŸŽญ๐ŸŒŸ Break a leg to our talented staff and students as the curtain rises on the premiere night of our sold-out school production of Wendy & Peter Pan tonight! ๐ŸŽ‰โœจ We can't wait to see the magic unfold on stageโ€”good luck to everyone involved! ๐Ÿงšโ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿช„ #WestBucklandSchool #WendyAndPeterPan #SchoolProduction #BreakALeg #wbsdrama
๐ŸŽญ It's been an incredibly exciting week as we watch all the magical elements of our show come together! A Huge thank you to our #WBSFoundation for their help in funding our stunning new star cloth, which will no doubt create a wonderous backdrop for many future productions in our beloved 150 Theatre. ๐ŸŒŸ

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Tickets for our upcoming performance of 'Wendy and Peter Pan' are officially sold out! We can't wait to share this enchanting show with you all!
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A thriving coeducational independent day and boarding school in Devon for boys and girls aged 3-18, located on a beautiful rural campus between Barnstaple and Exmoor.

HOW TO FIND US:

West Buckland School,
Barnstaple, Devon,
EX32 0SX.

ADJACENT TO:

Atlantic coastline and
Exmoor National Park

NEAREST TOWN:

Barnstaple: 15 minutes

6th Form Open Evening
Discover why we stand out as one of the highest-performing co-ed day and boarding schools in the South-West.
28th January 6:30pm
6th Form Open Evening
Discover why we stand out as one of the highest-performing co-ed day and boarding schools in the South-West.
28th January 6:30pm