Whether you are aspiring to be a junior international or keen to give hockey a go, Blundell’s has a number of teams and opportunities that enable every pupil to represent a school team whilst providing all pupils the opportunity to develop and be challenged by the game of hockey. The hockey at Blundell’s provides pupils with physical and mental challenges both in a training capacity and competition. Pupils experience success, failure and growth whilst under the supervision of a dynamic and supportive group of staff coaches. These experiences will only enhance what pupils achieve in the classroom.
Hockey at Blundell’s is incredibly popular. With access to two adjacent floodlight pitches, pupils can play hockey throughout the year and throughout their time at the school. Despite not being compulsory in the older age groups we field 4 senior teams. We strongly believe in a sport for all approach and carefully create opportunities for all to have the best facilities and best coaches. We put out at least 2 teams at every age group which is testament to excellent training sessions and the competitive spirit we have built within the club.
Exeter University Director of Hockey & Hockey Professional Harry Jones leads our coaching, and assists Vicki Gill (current England Masters player) with the 1st XI. Our coaching staff at age groups have a vast amount of experience in National, County, Club and School hockey. Specialist goalkeeping coach Hope Kent oversees the development of goalkeeping across the age groups. We have carefully balanced our professionals with school teachers to create a well rounded education of hockey of which we are very proud.
We have been extremely successful in recent years, especially at senior level. Our girls have seen regular success in the U18 National Cup, reaching the national final at the Olympic Park in London in the most recent competition. The boys have similarly seen regular success in regional and national competitions. Despite a very challenging fixture list our 1st XIs have enjoyed a superb record against other schools, and we have a strong core of homegrown players in each year group, which in turn attracts additional talented players at 13+ and 16+. Our Senior teams, 15’s, 14’s, 13’s and 12’s all have a very healthy winning records on a strong independent school circuit with regular Saturday block fixtures and National competitions at U18, U16, U14, and U13 age groups.
There have been a vast number of pupils who have played County and Regional hockey, and we also have a number of current pupils who play representative hockey for their country. We also have strong links with ISCA hockey club, and many of our talented senior players have enjoyed the opportunity to play National League Hockey through these links. Many of our former pupils have gone onto to play hockey at University, Club and, in the case of recent leaver Millie Atwell, International Level.
We are delighted to share that Blundell's School has been ranked 244th in The Times' Parent Power list, a prestigious ranking based on GCSE and A-Level results.
Our position reflects the strong academic achievements of our pupils, particularly given the highly selective nature of many of the schools ranked alongside us.
Nestled in 12 acres of stunning Devon countryside, Blundell's Prep is a school where learning goes beyond the classroom. Our Open Morning on Monday, 27th January, is your chance to explore our vibrant community and see how we inspire young minds.
We pride ourselves on our small, superbly equipped classes, generous staff-to-pupil ratios, and the personalized academic and pastoral care we provide. With endless outdoor learning opportunities, our pupils thrive both in and out of the classroom.
To attend, please book your place by contacting the School Office on 01884 252393 or emailing 📧 prep@blundells.org. Please note that booking is essential.
Chris Filbey, the new Second Master to take over from Matt Radley in September 2025. Chris is currently an Assistant Head at Epsom College where he was previously a Housemaster. Before that he was Head of Modern Languages at Haileybury. I look forward to working with Chris and we will introduce him to the wider Blundell’s community in due course.
Blundell’s School is proud to release A Blundell’s Christmas, a collection of carols performed by choirs from Year 4 to Year 13. Now streaming on Spotify, the album showcases our pupils’ remarkable talent and celebrates a year of musical highlights, including performances at Exeter Cathedral, Bath Abbey, a summer tour to Italy, and Choral Evensong at Westminster Abbey.
Blundell’s is thrilled to announce our investment in The Wellbeing Hub by Teen Tips, a comprehensive resource dedicated to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of our Senior School community. With expert-led, evidence-based tools, The Wellbeing Hub will empower pupils, parents, and staff with guidance and resources to support students’ social, emotional, and educational needs. This initiative underscores our commitment to fostering a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
During this Autumn Term, our Drama Scholars delivered an impressive Autumn Showcase featuring their examination pieces. The performances spanned Restoration Comedy, Comedy of Manners, Musical Theatre, contemporary works, and original material.
The evening highlighted the scholars’ talent, creativity, and dedication, showcasing the high standard of drama at Blundell’s. We are incredibly proud of their achievements and look forward to seeing their continued growth.
House Music was a highlight of the term, with standout performances from Reuben (Old House) winning the Solo Performance Trophy and Nico (Westlake) earning Best Individual Contribution. North Close won the Ensemble Trophy, and Old House claimed both the House Song and overall titles. Pupils were praised for their energy and effort throughout the event.
An incredible experience for our pupils to sing in one of the world’s most famous churches
Blundell’s School pupils have achieved the school’s highest ever GCSE results, for exams taken under standard conditions.
This extraordinary achievement reflects the unwavering dedication and effort our pupils have poured into their studies.