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The Outdoors School

The Outdoors School, Exeter
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The Outdoors School

Straw Barn, Barton Lane, Exeter, EX2 9QQ

An independent special school in Exeter.

Other independent special school
Pupils
85
Ages
7-16
Capacity
120

Inspected by ISI, not Ofsted

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
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Progress 8?
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9-7 Grades
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Basics 9-5
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Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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Community & Reviews

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About The Outdoors School

The Outdoors School is a secondary school in Exeter, Devon. According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 14 responses), 93% of parents would recommend this school. The school has around 85 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Straw Barn, Exeter, EX2 9QQ | More schools in Devon

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Frequently asked questions about The Outdoors School

What do parents say about The Outdoors School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 14 responses): 93% of parents would recommend The Outdoors School.
Where is The Outdoors School located?
The Outdoors School is a secondary school in Exeter, Devon (EX2 9QQ).
How many pupils attend The Outdoors School?
The Outdoors School has around 85 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Outdoors School with other schools?
View The Outdoors School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Devon.