- Location
- Newton Abbot
- Age range
- 3–18
- Attendance
- Day and boarding
About Stover School
Schoolscout directory record ·
Situated amidst beautiful Devon countryside, Stover School offers a nurturing environment where young minds can flourish. With a strong emphasis on academi...
Supplementary catalogue notes ·
Stover School was founded in 1932 in the Grade II listed Stover House at Newton Abbot, Devon. The school operates today on a 60-acre rural campus and is co-educational ages 3-18 with a substantial boarding population. The Head is Richard Notman. The school is a member of the HMC and the Boarding Schools Association.
Additional source record ·
Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. At Stover, set in 64 acres of beautiful Devon countryside, we believe we offer something truly special: a blend of strong academic teaching and a rich programme of activities that helps children explore, grow, and thrive.
Whether a day pupil, full boarder, or flexi-boarder, every child is supported by our dedicated pastoral and academic teams. Strong relationships with staff ensure every pupil is known, encouraged, and guided – both in and out of the classroom.
Inspired by Kurt Hahn, who believed “There is more in us than we know”, we put experiential learning at the heart of everything. From Prep to Sixth Form, pupils learn by exploring, reflecting, and applying knowledge in real-life contexts. In the Preparatory School, the International Primary Curriculum builds academic skills alongside personal growth and global awareness – a philosophy carried through the Senior School.
School life and highlights in the catalogue
- Founded 1932 in Stover House (Grade II listed Georgian country house) — 94-year history
- Co-educational ages 3-18 with substantial boarding population
- Set on a 60-acre rural campus at Newton Abbot, Devon
- HMC and BSA member
- Day and boarding places available
- Church of England foundation
- Strong in STEM, Arts, Drama
Education and school life
- Education levels
- Nursery, Pre-Prep, Prep, Senior, Sixth Form
- Age range
- 3–18
- Attendance
- Day and boarding
- Pupil intake
- Co-educational
- School type
- Mainstream
- Religious ethos
- Church of England
- Listed inspectorate
- ISI
Subjects and qualifications
- Sciences
- Mathematics
- Modern languages
- Music
- Drama
- Sport
- STEM
- Arts
Listed memberships and accreditations
- HMC (Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference)
- BSA (Boarding Schools Association)
- ISI (Independent Schools Inspectorate)
Progression and destinations in the catalogue
- Oxbridge
- Russell Group (Exeter, Bristol, Cambridge)
- Royal Naval College Dartmouth
Alumni notes
- Old Stoverians active in West Country professions
Supporting school records
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Supplementary catalogue notes ·
- Headteacher / principal
- Richard Notman (Head)
- Founded
- 1932
- Religious ethos
- Non-denominational
- Campus setting
- Rural
- Scholarships / bursaries
- Options indicated; confirm availability and eligibility.
Pupil information
- Total pupils
- 530
- Boys
- 283 · 53.4%
- Girls
- 247 · 46.6%
- Pupils receiving SEN support
- 218 · 41.13%
- Pupils with an EHCP
- 6 · 1.13%
Counts and percentages are reproduced from the directory. SEN means special educational needs; EHCP means Education, Health and Care Plan. A pupil census year is not supplied.
A-Level results
- Results year
- 2025
- Progress score
- -0.60 (Well Below Average)
- Average grade
- C
- AAB percentage
- 8.30%
Results refer to the year shown. The directory does not provide a cohort size or a full methodology for these measures.
Tuition and costs
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Schoolscout directory record ·
| Attendance | GBP · Period and VAT unverified |
|---|---|
| Day | £3,724.8 – £6,684 |
| Boarding | £11,850 – £13,659.6 |
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Schoolscout directory record ·
What type of school is Stover School?
Stover School is a co-educational independent mainstream school for pupils aged 3 to 18, located near Newton Abbot in Devon. The school offers education from Nursery through to Sixth Form, with pathways leading to GCSEs and A Levels.
How do I apply to Stover School?
Historical directory text below. Its fees, billing period and VAT have not been verified with the school.
Most families apply to Stover School 1–2 years before entry, with a process that can include tests, interviews and school reports. See the private school admissions timeline for when to apply and what to expect.
What are the fees at Stover School?
Historical directory text below. Its fees, billing period and VAT have not been verified with the school.
The cost of attending Stover School typically ranges around £3,724–£13,659 per term, with variations based on age and boarding.
Is Stover School a day or boarding school?
Stover School offers day and boarding options. Where boarding is available, this may include full, weekly or flexi arrangements.
Is Stover School selective?
Stover School follows a non-selective admissions process, which may include interviews or entrance assessments.
Earlier school research
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Saved background research2026-05-31
Earlier school information · original English text
Stover School is a co-ed boarding school in Devon.
- Founded in saved research
- 1932
- Campus setting in saved research
- rural
- Leadership in saved research
- Christopher Cook (Head)
- Religious ethos in saved research
- Non-denominational
Subjects in the saved record
- Sciences
- Mathematics
Education pathways in the saved record
- Russell Group
School-life notes
- Co-ed boarding, Newton Abbot, Devon
Recorded memberships
- BSA
- ISI
School location and enquiries
- Street address
- Stover
- Town / locality
- Newton Abbot
- County
- Devon
- Region
- South West
- Postcode
- TQ12 6QG
- Country
- United Kingdom
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Supplementary catalogue notes ·
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