The Best Schools In Exeter Rated & Reviewed

School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Exeter. These top schools near Exeter are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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✔ Compare all schools in Exeter and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

Exeter School

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Our number one ranked school in Exeter based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Exeter School.

Pupils
966
Ages
6 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
2

The Maynard School

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The Maynard School is ranked second in Exeter based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
432
Ages
4 - 18
Gender
Girls only
Type
Other independent school
3

Lady Seaward's Church of England Primary School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Exeter based on our authoritative ranking is Lady Seaward's Church of England Primary School.

Pupils
102
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
4

The Duchy School Bradninch

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The school ranked at number four in our Exeter league table is The Duchy School Bradninch based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
207
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC)

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Our number five ranked school in Exeter based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC).

Pupils
602
Ages
5 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

Top 5 best performing schools in Exeter and their catchment areas in Exeter ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Exeter School
  • The Maynard School
  • Lady Seaward's Church of England Primary School
  • The Duchy School Bradninch
  • St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School (VC)

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