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.
Welcome to West Buckland School
Tradition and Innovation Combined
Founded in 1858 for the children of local farmers, West Buckland School is an exciting and special place. It is rich in tradition, its links to its past so well guarded and celebrated through its Foundation and President, Lady Arran, yet it also boasts a future-driven agenda to ensure it remains wholly relevant and forward-thinking in the education and opportunities it provides. West Buckland is a school with a buoyant future.
The school is one of an increasingly small number of truly independent schools. We do not have to bow to private investorsβ agendas and so can focus fully on what is best for our pupils without any external pressures. Though funding is, of course, key to schools, the idea that a schoolβs provision of scholarships and bursaries is in place just to increase numbers, rather than add value to the pupils involved, is not something which West Buckland, or I, could ever support. A school is not just getting the children through the doors β it must deliver for those pupils once they are there. Sitting at Speech Day in July, it was clear that the traditions of the school and the depth of feeling it engenders in all those who are part of it are evident for all to see. If you want a school where there is a heart and soul, West Buckland is the place.
We are no longer living in a world where the imparting of knowledge is what a school does; knowledge for our young people is everywhere at the click of a button. With continued technological innovation and the growth in AI, I believe that adaptive teaching, kindness, intellectual discussion and debating skills are more important than ever. We blend the underpinning motto of Read and Reap with our character values, innovation, sustainability, playing a meaningful part in the local community and of course excellent teaching and pastoral care.
This school has a staff body, governors, parents, a foundation, trustees and fantastic pupils who want to ensure that this happens.
I am proud to be leading West Buckland School, and I look forward to welcoming you to our wonderful campus, whether you are a current or a prospective parent, to find out more about us.
Please keep an eye out for upcoming events and opportunities to visit the school. Or contact the school to make an appointment to come in to meet me; I can promise that you will be made most welcome.
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 Β£14 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
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π Merry Christmas from all of us at West Buckland School Sport! π
We wish you joy and plenty of sporting fun this holiday season. Hereβs to an exciting year ahead!
#MerryChristmas #wbssport #HappyHolidays #wbsprep #wbsmiddle
ππ U15 North Devon Final
Last night our U15s took to the field in the North Devon final against Braunton and came away with the win following a composed, committed performance.
The boys worked hard defensively and supported each other well across the pitch, showing great teamwork and discipline in both attack and defence. Their focus and determination made for a strong, cohesive display.
Well done to the whole squad for a great evening of rugby π
#SchoolsRugby #U15Rugby #NorthDevonFinal #TeamEffort #WBSRugby #WBSSport
π Devon County Cross Country Championships
A huge congratulations to Matilda, who stormed to victory and became the U13 Devon County Cross Country Champion! π₯
Well done to all of our incredible WBS runners who competed and did us proud ππ»
π U13 β Isabela π
π U15 β Ellie π
π U17 β Nyla π₯
Amazing achievements from everyone!
#DevonCountyChampionships #CrossCountry #WBSAthletics #ProudMoment #YouthSports #TeamWBS #Champions #AthleticsSuccess #WBSSport
π WBS House Drama at its finest! π
What an incredible showcase of creativity and talent across all year groups:
β¨ Year 7 wowed us with Prepared Sketches, each ensemble devising scenes around the theme βMessage in a Bottle.β
π₯ Year 8 brought Spontaneous Improvisation Battles, featuring one-on-one house competitions.
π¬ Years 9 & 10 impressed with Prepared Scenes from Scripted Plays.
π Years 11β13 rose to the challenge with Improvisation from a Shakespearean scene followed by Improvisation from a stimulus.
π€ Finally, to top it all off, the day ended with an epic Lip Sync Battle, complete with backup dancers.
π A massive well done to all participants for making this event unforgettable! #HouseDrama #CreativityInAction #wbsdrama #wbsmusic #wbsmiddle #wbssixthform
π Christmas Gift Collection Returns!
Following the success of last year, our Charities Committee is once again running a Christmas Gift Collection for those spending Christmas at North Devon Hospice.
π Collect a tag from the school Christmas tree, each includes a suggested gift. Buy the gift, wrap it, attach the tag, and send it into school by Friday 12th December.
π‘ If you canβt collect a tag but still want to contribute, just add your own label so we know whatβs inside.
β¨ Every gift received will help bring a smile to someone who cannot spend Christmas at home this year.
#ChristmasGiving #WBCharities #NorthDevonHospice #CommunitySpirit #FestiveKindness @northdevonhospice
π§ Bouldering Triumph β Arlo Secures Silver! π₯
Last Wednesday, Arlo G proudly represented West Buckland School at the Schools Bouldering Competition held at The Pocket Climbing Gym.
After a fiveβway tie for second place, Arlo battled through a tense climbβoff and a final hangβoff to secure the runnerβup spot. He flashed 9 climbs in total, showing incredible skill, determination, and composure under pressure.
Arlo finished an impressive 2nd place in the 11β14 age group individual category β the largest group, with over 30 students competing from their schools.
π Huge congratulations to Arlo on this outstanding achievement!
@thepocketbideford #wbsmiddle #SchoolsBouldering #PocketClimbingGym #ClimbStrong #WBSuccess #BoulderingCompetition #YouthClimbers #ClimbingCommunity
Courtenay Year 9 Pathfinders π§ββοΈ
Over the past two weeks, Courtenay have pushed their limits with a fitness test and taken on the challenge of indoor climbing at Rock and Rapid!
To wrap up their program, theyβll dive into lifesaving skills and complete their Pool Lifesaving Award. ππ
#Pathfinders #wbsmiddle #RockAndRapid #LifesavingSkills
π STEM Highlights: Itβs been an incredible term for STEM at West Buckland School!
π©Ί Medical Society β our weekly, studentβled discussion group exploring healthcare careers, currently led by Year 13s Zainab H and Toryn P.
π§© Medical Model Making ECA, run by Mr Shawcross - Year 11 & 12 students are currently building two medical models in conjunction with doctors Mr Luke Brunton and Mr Danny McRae from NDDH: one for training staff in fracture repair & plastering, and another for detecting and diagnosing breathing sounds.
πͺ Dissection Club β a 10βweek STEM ECA (run by Dr Grew and Mrs Hughes) teaching dissection skills, suturing, bone repair, and exploring organ/system structures.
π¬ Interview Prep β last Monday, Dr Liz Shawcross, alumna Emily Jellard (now a 4thβyear medical student at Exeter), and Mr Shawcross gave our five Year 13 medical applicants practice interviews, a presentation on effective techniques, and a plenary for feedback.
What a term itβs been so far - packed with opportunity, collaboration, and inspiration!
#STEMHighlights #FutureMedics #wbssixthform #wbsmiddle #StudentLedLearning #MedicalSociety #DissectionClub #STEMExcellence #HandsOnScience #AcademicScholars
β¨ Sixth Form Winter Ball π
On Friday evening, our annual Sixth Form Winter Ball welcomed over 120 students for fantastic food, music and celebration.
The evening was studentβled, featuring a delicious twoβcourse meal and a fun quiz in the Karslake, before a fabulous performance from the Sixth Form band in the Memorial Hall with plenty of dancing.
A huge thank you to Mrs Hamilton, our caretakers and maintenance team, the catering staff, Mr Wilson on sound and lights - and of course all the students who helped make it such a memorable event!
#SixthFormWinterBall #wbssixthform #SchoolSpirit #WinterCelebration #SixthFormBand #FestiveFun #MemorableMoments #StudentTalent
π¨ Art Private View β Youβre Invited!
Our talented Year 12 artists will be showcasing their work in the 150 building at a special Private View on Tuesday 9th, 5β7pm.
Come along to celebrate the incredible creativity being nurtured in our Art Department, including the inspiring Big Draw collaboration.
The exhibition will also be open ahead of the Senior School Festival of Lessons on Friday β so if you canβt make the Private View, do pop in then. Itβs truly worth seeing!
#wbssixth #ArtPrivateView #Year12Art #StudentTalent #BigDrawCollaboration
#CreativeCommunity #SchoolArtExhibition
π Art for Advent
Our talented Art Department and students have been busy creating a stunning advent calendar now adorning the entrance to the 150 building.
Alongside a charming winter village scene, each day of advent reveals a brandβnew image - and weβre all loving watching the calendar come to life as it progresses! π
#wbsmiddle #ArtForAdvent #westbucklandschool #CreativeChristmas
#FestiveArt #AdventCalendar #StudentCreativity #SchoolArt #ChristmasCountdown #MadeWithLove
Our Year 7 students took on an exciting climbing adventure! π§ββοΈ
Climbing in the Rock and Rapid Adventures, Year 7 took part in an incredible journey of discovering new skills, building confidence, and sparking fresh interests, all while working towards their John Muir Award.
#OutdoorLearning #JohnMuirAward #wbsmiddle @rockandrapid
π³ BIG NEWS! π³
The Nursery at West Buckland School now offers families access to up to 30 hours of Early Years Funding each week, subject to eligibility.
From Forest School fun to splashy swimming lessons and music-filled mornings, our little learners grow, explore, and thrive every single day.
β¨ Hereβs a peek into our worldβ¦ β¨
βοΈ Curriculum Magic
Our EYFS curriculum turns every day into an adventure! Through imagination, discovery, and hands-on fun, children build key early skills without even realising theyβre learning.
π Letβs Swim!
One weekly dip in our toasty on-site pool helps children gain water confidence and early swimming skills, all while having a splashing good time!
π₯ Music Magic
With rhythm, movement, and real instruments led by our Prep Director of Music, little ones unlock creativity and confidence in every session.
πΎ We Are Active!
Specialist PE teachers from across our prep and senior schools help our Nursery children stay active, coordinated, and full of energy.
π¨ A Flourishing Community
From art studios to PE spaces, our Nursery children enjoy fantastic facilities that make the step into βbig schoolβ feel natural and exciting.
π©° The Performing Arts
Drama and dance come alive with specialist teachers: including dance lessons led by our Head of Dance.
π¬ Little Voices, Big Ideas
We focus on strong communication skills, building confidence and early French learning through play and exploration.
π Bringing Learning to Life
Visits from paramedics, farmers, vets, dentists make every week feel extraordinary.
Find out more and book your tour today!
Call: 01598 760 178
Email: [email protected]
#WestBucklandSchool #WBSNursery #EarlyYears #30HoursFunding #EarlyYearsFunding #ForestSchool #OutdoorLearning #EYFS #NurseryLife #LittleExplorers #EarlyEducation #IndependentSchool #DevonSchools #LearningThroughPlay #ChildhoodAdventures #PrepSchool #SchoolCommunity #NowEnrolling #NurseryPlacesAvailable
πChristmas Around the World!
This week, Grenville hosted a festive assembly exploring how Christmas is celebrated across the globe. The event was a big hit β and it all wrapped up (literally!) with a hilarious collaborative wrapping game as demonstrated by Mr Brown and Dr McKerrow!
#WestBucklandSchool #wbssixth #ChristmasAroundTheWorld #FestiveFun #GrenvilleAssembly #SchoolSpirit
π VIP Theatre Package β The Perfect Christmas Gift!
Looking for something special for the theatre-lover in your life? Treat them to our WBS Chitty Chitty Bang Bang VIP package! Here is what`s included:
β A ticket to the show on the night of your choice
β A glass of bubbly (or non-alcoholic alternative) on arrival
β A souvenir programme
β Our limited edition Toot Sweet pin badge
All this for just Β£29.50 β a fantasmagorical festive deal!
West Buckland Schoolβs highly anticipated production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang takes flight at The Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe from 11β13 February 2026.
ποΈ Early Bird discount tickets and VIP packages are on sale now β grab yours today and tick a present off your list! Follow the link in our bio π
#ChittyChittyBangBang #WBSdrama #LandmarkTheatre #MusicalTheatre #StageMagic #LivePerformance #FamilyMusical #TheatreCommunity #OnStage #SupportTheArts #TicketsOnSale
πβ¨π We are at The South Molton Christmas Tree Festival!
Weβre excited to be part of this yearβs festival at St Mary Magdalene Church. Preparation has been a whole school community effort and we`ve loved every part!
πOur βRead & Reapβ tree, created by Mrs Burge of Fuss Pots and trimmed with books from our library, features wooden decorations shaped and printed by our DT team and students using the schoolβs laser cutter, then handβfinished by our Prep students.
πOur West Buckland Preparatory School tree was kindly donated by a parent and decorated with recycled and repurposed objects made by our Prep students - all in the school spirit of sustainability, which is at the heart of all we do!
This yearβs festival features 108 enchanting trees, live music and more, and runs from Thursday 4 β Monday 8 of December (10amβ4pm daily, Sunday 12β4pm).
Come along and be inspired by creativity, community, and festive cheer!
#WestBuckland #ChristmasTreeFestival #ReadAndReap #Sustainability #SchoolCommunity #wbsprep #wbsmiddle #wbssixth @fusspots.co.uk
β¨ Academic Dinner at West Buckland School β¨
Last week, we hosted an inspiring evening for Years 11β13, bringing together students and staff for thought-provoking talks and discussion.
Highlights included:
πΉ Mateo on gender disparity in STEM
πΉ Charlie explaining the fascinating concept of molecular chirality
πΉ Zainab sharing insights into Battenβs disease and ongoing research
πΉ Mr Grose adding a fun twist with his mathematical strategy for winning Monopoly!
Our guest speaker, Aryan, an Afghan refugee, shared his powerful story of fleeing Afghanistan and rebuilding his life, accompanied by Pam from @thepickwellfoundation, a local charity supporting refugees in North Devon.
Thank you to Mrs Hamilton for coordinating this memorable event!
#wbsmiddle #wbssixthform #AcademicDinner
β¨ Celebrating Winter Festivals β¨
The EDI team invited everyone at West Buckland School to explore the rich traditions that make the winter season so special across different religions and cultures.
Some highlights include:
πΆ Meeting "El TiΓ³ de Nadal"
π² Playing a classic game of Dreidel
π² Discovering the differences between Christian and Pagan Christmas traditions
π° Tasting Stollen and Lebkuchen
This was a wonderful way to learn, share, and celebrate diversity together! βοΈ
#EDI #WinterFestivals #DiversityAndInclusion #CulturalCelebration #wbsmiddle
π Year 9 Geographers got creative!
Their challenge: show how the Earth is structured into layers.
The results were brilliant! They used everything from cake, foam, old globes, resin, and even footballs to bring the planet to life. π
#wbsmiddle #Year9Geography
πΆ Advent Service at St Michaelβs, East Buckland
Yesterday, the West Buckland School Chapel Choir sang beautifully at our Advent Service, officiated by Rev. Cathy Scoffield, to welcome in the season of Advent.
The choir performed βA Tender Shootβ (Otto Goldschmidt), βComes the Lightβ (Dominic Carter), and a selection of traditional Advent hymns - a truly uplifting start to the festive season. π
#WestBucklandSchool #AdventService #ChapelChoir #Community #SeasonOfAdvent
π₯Έ Well done to our Sixth Form for raising money for #Movember and supporting menβs health initiatives.
Thank you to everyone who took part, donated, and spread the word! π
#wbssixthform #MensHealthMatters
πβ¨ The 2025 West Buckland School Christmas Fairβ¨π
Get ready for a day full of festive fun! Join us on Wednesday 10 December from 08:45β14:00 for our magical Christmas Fair!
π¨ Face Painting
π― Games & Activities
π Gifts & Goodies
π
Meet Santa!
Kick off the Christmas season with joy, laughter, and a touch of Christmas magic. β¨πβ€οΈ
#ChristmasFair #HolidayFun #FestiveSeason #MeetSanta #FamilyEvent #ChristmasMagic #HolidayJoy #WinterWonderland #FacePainting #GamesAndGifts #Christmas2025 #CommunityEvent πβ¨
πβ¨ London Trip for Boarders!
Recently our boarders set off bright and early (4.50am!) for a full day in London. From sightseeing to soaking up the festive atmosphere, they walked over 10 miles and still had smiles all round!
A midnight return capped off an unforgettable adventure - everyone had a fantastic time and our boarders were a credit to themselves and the school.
#WestBucklandSchool #BoardingLife #LondonTrip #FestiveSeason #Christmaslights #StudentAdventures @bsaboarding
β¨ French Trip to University of Bristol !
Our A level French students had an inspiring day at the University of Bristol last week. After exploring the beautiful campus on a guided tour, they joined a firstβyear French seminar to experience universityβlevel language study firstβhand.
A delicious lunch at a local French crΓͺperie added extra flavour to the day, before finishing with a French film screening in the universityβs own cinema.
A brilliant experience that truly brought language learning to life - bravo to all who took part!
#FrenchTrip #LanguageLearning #WestBuckland #BristolUniversity #CulturalExperience @universityofbristol @chezmarcelcreperie
π¨ West Buckland School`s Collaborative Drawing - The Big Draw Festival
Creativity was in full flow as students and staff came together for West Buckland Schoolβs collaborative drawing project, inspired by the works of Diana Sudyka.
With a sheet of card and a stamp, each participant added their own unique touch to this collective masterpiece.
Ms Argyle and Mrs Morrison prepared a long strip of paper with a continuous line stretching from left to right (representing the thread that links the WBS community together), before positioning drawings along the line.
β¨ A big thank you to everyone who got involved! It`s so humbling to see a community work together to present such a great piece of art.
#TheBigDraw #WBSCommunity #wbsprep #wbsmiddle #wbssixthform The Big Draw
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WBS Charity Calendar 2026 β On Sale Now!
This yearβs calendar showcases beautiful artwork created by our talented students. All proceeds will go towards supporting a variety of local charities - a perfect way to celebrate creativity while supporting the community.
A huge thank you to our generous sponsors for making this project possible: Home Instead North Devon & Exmoor @brayleino Integrity Plumbing & Heating @putsboroughsands Independent Fire and Security @advanced_scaffolding Lycette Care @wollenslaw Nova Surveyors @smurfitwestrockatlas Devon Osteopath @wbs_owba WBS Foundation
Buy yours today and be part of something special - use the link in our bio π
#WBSCharityCalendar #StudentArt #CommunitySupport #CreativityForACause #WestBuckland
π New Blog Alert: Geography at West Buckland!
Fieldwork? βοΈ
Global debates? βοΈ
Critical thinking and curiosity? Absolutely!
Explore the highlights, projects, and insights from our Geography department on our website: westbuckland.com/teacher-blog-focus-on-geography
#Geography #LearningJourney #GeographyEducation #ExploreTheWorld #CuriousMinds #GlobalLearning #FutureGeographers
π Yesterday, we had the privilege of welcoming Paul Westgate, Head of Performance Rugby at University of Nottingham Sport, to our school.
Paul shared his coaching inspirations, explored the mindset that turns good players into great ones, and highlighted the exciting opportunities awaiting our scholars at university and beyond.
It was a pleasure to host Paul - thank you for visiting us!
#PaulWestgate #universityofnottingham #ExeterChiefsCommunity #rugbydevelopment @uonsport
πΌ The Season of Advent at West Buckland School
Our Music Department has two wonderfully festive offerings this week:
π Advent Concert Tomorrow (Thursday) at 7pm in the Memorial Hall - Featuring our larger ensembles and choirs
π Advent Service This Sunday at 6pm, East Buckland Church - With beautiful music from our Chapel Choir
All are warmly invited to join us in celebrating Advent through music and community.
#Advent #WestBuckland #MusicDepartment #ChapelChoir #AdventConcert #CommunityThroughMusic
β½ Congratulations to everyone who took part in the Charity Football Match!
Thank you to the Year 12 and 13 players, and the organizers for making this event as popular as always!
#wbssixthform #year12 #year13 #CharityFootball
π¨ Weβre thrilled to be part of this yearβs Big Draw Festival!
Students and staff - whether you study art or not - are invited to get creative and contribute to West Buckland Schoolβs big collaborative drawing, celebrating the power of art to inspire and connect.
π§‘ Collect a stamp & info sheet from the Art Department
π Drop-in sessions at breaks & lunchtimes this week
π Submit your drawing by Thursday 27th November to add to our collaborative wall of connected artworks
Launched in London in 2000, The Big Draw Festival now spans 35+ countries worldwide - and weβre proud to be part of it!
#wbsart #creativecommunity #TheBigDraw #BDF2025 #DrawnTogether @thebigdraw
πβ¨ Tomorrow we welcome Paul Westgate, Head of Performance Rugby at the University of Nottingham, to West Buckland School!
He will be sharing insights on managing a dualβathlete career at university, balancing academic study with the demands of performance sport, as well as joining a training session in the afternoon to share his expertise on the pitch.
Paul`s experience and insights will be a real inspiration for our students - we canβt wait!
#WestBucklandSchool #RugbyExcellence #PaulWestgate #UniversityOfNottingham #ExeterChiefs #BUCSSuperRugby #RugbyDevelopment #StudentOpportunity @uonsport
Following the outstanding success of our musical Les MisΓ©rables, we are thrilled to announce our next spectacular production: CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG, flying into the @landmarkdevon this 11β13 February!
Hop aboard our βtruly scrumptiousβ adventure and let your imagination take flight as our magical motorcar zooms onto the stage. πβ¨
Grab your tickets and exclusive merchandise now, before they disappear in a puff of Pottsβperfect sparkles!
Scan the QR or follow the link in bio!
#ChittyChittyBangBang #LesMiserables #LandmarTheatre #MusicalTheatre #TheatreLife #StageMagic #LivePerformance #FamilyMusical #TheatreCommunity #OnStage #SupportTheArts #TicketsOnSale #TheatreLovers
πͺ Top Tips from the Chiefs
Weβre wrapping up a fantastic week of rugby with our two Exeter Chiefs coaches! Huge thanks to Hope and Kayleigh for sharing insights on line outs, memorable matches, and top tips for our players.
#RugbyWeek #ExeterChiefs #WestBuckland #sheinspires @exeter_chiefs_community @ihope38 @kayleighmpriest
β¨ Festive Holiday Club! β¨
Open to children in Nursery β Year 4, our fun-filled Holiday Club runs 15β23 December and is packed with festive activities including:
π Festive field fun
πͺ Biscuit decorating
π¬ Movie time
π§ͺ Exploration trays
π Christmas cracker making
β¦ and SO much more!
Spaces are limited. Find out more and book via the link in our bio or visit: www.tickettailor.com/events/wbs/1937282 βοΈ
#HolidayClub #FestiveFun #ChristmasActivities #KidsHolidayClub #SchoolHolidayFun #WestBucklandSchool #EarlyYears #PrimaryFun #Christmas2025 #BookNow
π
Congratulations to Emily M (and Kevin!)
Emily represented West Buckland School brilliantly at the NSEA Eventers Challenge at Bicton, riding a speedy double clear round and finishing 7th overall in a highly competitive field!
#wbsmiddle #nationalschoolsequestrianassociation
Year 13 Religious Studies Trip
On Sunday, our Year 13 students visited Bhaktivedanta Manor and Neasden Temple as part of their Religious Studies course.
They witnessed faith in action and explored first-hand the beliefs, practices, and cultural diversity in Hinduism before experiencing a communal meal at the Manor.
#wbssixthform #NeasdenTemple #ReligiousStudies
ππ Double Silver at the Green Apple Awards!
We are proud to share that West Buckland School has won two International Green Apple Environment Awards for our environmental achievements - one recognising our energy reduction programme and the other celebrating our whole-school approach to sustainability.
From over 1,600 global applications, there were just 200 recipients and we were the only school in attendance at the prestigious ceremony held yesterday at the House of Lords. We are the first UK boarding school to receive a Green Apple Award since its inception more than 30 years ago - a truly historic achievement for our community.
From biomass boilers and solar energy to planting 4,000+ trees and cultivating wildflower meadows, our commitment to sustainability is stronger than ever. Initiatives like Green Futures Day, food waste reduction, and our first Sustainability Festival highlight how eco-conscious education is at the heart of our community.
For our students, this recognition reinforces the importance of living and learning sustainably, inspiring them to carry forward eco-conscious values into their future studies and lives. π±
#GreenAppleAwards #Sustainability #EcoEducation #WestBucklandSchool #EnvironmentalLeadership #GreenWorldAmbassador #EnvironmentalExcellence #GreenFuture @thegreenorg
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.