South Devon Steiner School
South Devon Steiner School is an independent school in Totnes for pupils aged 2 to 19. It has 215 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for South Devon Steiner School is Good, from an inspection in November 2023. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 15.9, and 57% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: November 2023. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 2-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Hood Manor Dartington Totnes TQ9 6AB |
| Phone | 01803897377 |
| Reference Number | 113603 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 215 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 46.98%
Girls: 53.02% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
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South Devon Steiner School has shown significant improvement since its previous inspection, achieving a 'Good' rating in all key areas including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, early years provision, and sixth-form provision. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that fosters students' confidence and reflective abilities, preparing them well for their next stages in education and life. The nurturing environment promotes warm relationships between pupils and staff, contributing to a positive school experience where pupils feel happy and safe.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 19 Sep 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 19 Sep 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 30 Nov 2021 | Standard inspection: |
| 19 Nov 2020 | Additional inspection |
| 14 Nov 2019 | Additional inspection |
| 02 Apr 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Sep 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils gain essential knowledge for informed decision-making.
- Broad and balanced curriculum from Kindergarten to sixth form.
- Pupils develop respect for each other and engage in community activities.
- Improved attendance and motivation among pupils.
- Effective use of assessment to support learning in most subjects.
- Strong personal development curriculum linked to British values.
- Supportive staff who help students prepare for further education or employment.
Areas for Improvement
- Implementation of the curriculum and assessment in a few subjects is underdeveloped.
- Lack of depth in the early years curriculum knowledge guidance.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 15.9 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 57.1% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 7.0% of pupils at South Devon Steiner School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.9% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is South Devon Steiner School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for South Devon Steiner School is Good, from an inspection in November 2023.
When was South Devon Steiner School last inspected by Ofsted?
South Devon Steiner School was last inspected in November 2023.
How many pupils does South Devon Steiner School have?
South Devon Steiner School has 215 pupils on roll.
What age range does South Devon Steiner School cover?
South Devon Steiner School for pupils aged 2 to 19.
What are South Devon Steiner School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 15.9, and 57% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is South Devon Steiner School?
South Devon Steiner School is at Hood Manor, Dartington, Totnes, TQ9 6AB.
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