Tiverton, United Kingdom Day & boarding · Co-ed Age range 11–18 616 pupils Founded 1604Blundell's School
Blundell's School stands as a distinguished institution, celebrated for its rich history and commitment to academic excellence. With a holistic approach to...
About Blundell's School
Blundell's School was founded in 1604 by Peter Blundell, a Devon-born Tudor merchant and Master of the Mercers' Company, in his home town of Tiverton, Devon. The school is trusteed by the Worshipful Company of Mercers. Blundell's became co-educational in 1976 and today educates around 616 pupils with a substantial boarding population on a 100-acre rural campus at Tiverton, Devon. The Head is Bart Wielenga. The school is a member of the HMC and the Boarding Schools Association.
The school's most internationally famous alumnus is the Victorian novelist R. D. Blackmore — author of Lorna Doone (1869), the famous historical romance set in the West Country during the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685 and among the great popular Victorian novels of the West Country. Blackmore was at Blundell's in the 1830s. The school operates a substantial bursary programme via the Worshipful Company of Mercers, intended to preserve the founder's 1604 Tudor charitable intent of providing educational access for Devon families regardless of family means.
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Pupil breakdown
- Boys
- 348 (56%)
- Girls
- 268 (44%)
- SEN support
- 127 (20.6%)
Notable alumni
Frequently asked questions
What type of school is Blundell's School?
Blundell's School is a co-educational independent mainstream school for pupils aged 11 to 18, located near Tiverton in Devon. The school offers education from Prep through to Sixth Form, with pathways leading to GCSEs and A Levels.
How do I apply to Blundell's School?
Most families apply to Blundell's 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. https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
What are the fees at Blundell's School?
Fees at Blundell's School are approximately £7,422–£18,312 per term, depending on the year group and whether pupils board. Families can learn more about UK private school fees and what is typically included. https://schoolscout.uk/posts/how-much-do-uk-private-schools-cost
Is Blundell's School a day or boarding school?
Blundell's School is a day and boarding school.
Is Blundell's School selective?
Entry to Blundell's School is based on overall fit and, where relevant, academic assessment.