- Ofsted:Good or better
Results well above the England average.
103 first choices, 90 offers made
Met the standard at 1171%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 615
- Pupils per teacher
- 23.0
Schools in EX2
A postcode district in Devon
- Postcode district
- 35 schools and nurseries
In short: EX2 is a postcode district in Devon with 15 primary schools, 11 secondary schools and 14 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries3515 primary · 11 secondary · 14 nurseries
Top-rated
All EX2 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in EX2
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in EX2
15 in EX2, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
11 first choices, 12 offers made
Met the standard at 1160%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.2%
- Pupils
- 143
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.7
- Ofsted:Good
Results above the England average.
38 first choices, 40 offers made
Met the standard at 1165%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 5.7%
- Pupils
- 329
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.8
Top Secondary Schools in EX2
11 in EX2, best first
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results above the England average.
335 first choices, 236 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1650.9
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.6%
- Pupils
- 1,305
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.1
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area
Results close to the England average.
230 first choices, 239 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 10.0%
- Pupils
- 1,237
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.7
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area
Results close to the England average.
96 first choices, 155 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1647.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.0%
- Pupils
- 860
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.7
Nurseries in EX2
14 in EX2, highest Ofsted grade first
First Steps NHS Nursery
Exeter, EX2 5DW · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Littlesaints Preschool
Exeter, EX2 9AF · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Puffins At Sowton
Exeter, EX2 7LL · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in EX2
2 in EX2, by the school's Eduscope score
Magdalen Court School
Exeter, EX2 4NU · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- Ofsted:Requires improvement
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 143
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Exeter School
Exeter, EX2 4NS · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 973
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Special Schools in EX2
5 in EX2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Belong School Devon
Exeter, EX2 8PU · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 17
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 66
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Infocus College
Exeter, EX2 6HA · Special · 16+ · Ages 16 to 25
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Southbrook School
Exeter, EX2 6JB · Special · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16
- Ofsted:Requires improvement in 1 area
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 6.9%
- Pupils
- 140
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.4
Private Schools in EX2
4 in EX2. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Belong School Devon
Exeter, EX2 8PU · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 17
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 66
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The Outdoors School
Exeter, EX2 9QQ · Independent · All-through · Ages 7 to 16
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 112
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Magdalen Court School
Exeter, EX2 4NU · Independent · All-through · Ages 5 to 18
- Ofsted:Requires improvement
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 143
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in EX2, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding3
- Good17
- Requires improvement4
- Not graded yet11
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every EX2 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
EX2 has 35 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in EX2
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about EX2
Nearby areas
How many schools are in EX2?
EX2 has 35 schools, including 15 primary schools, 11 secondary schools, 14 nurseries, 4 independent schools, 5 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in EX2?
The highest-ranked schools in EX2 on Eduscope are St Leonard's (CofE) Primary School, Ide Primary School, St Peter's Church of England Aided School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in EX2?
There are 4 independent schools in EX2. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in EX2 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in EX2?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 35 schools in EX2 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.