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New pupil information-Summer

This page is for families who have accepted a place at Blundell’s starting in September 2023. It provides information for you and your child prior to joining as well as links to the important administration and forms that we need you to complete.

The page is split into three main areas:

ACTION REQUIRED – forms that we need you to complete before 1st August 2023 apart from the Thumb Print form which needs to be returned by 14th July and GCSE/GCE/IB results for Y12 Students which need to be returned by 28th August.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES – this section provides information about many of the optional activities, classes and events that you can choose for your child. Please only complete the forms in this section (before 1st August 2023) if you would like to sign them up for these activities.

USEFUL INFORMATION – information about our September Induction Days, documents and links to pages on our website that you might find helpful to reference before joining.

The majority of the data submission needed is via Microsoft Forms. If you have any technical difficulties please contact main-office@blundells.org

All data collected will be managed and held in accordance with our Data Protection Notices. For details please see Policies | Information | Blundell's Senior School (blundells.org)

You must complete the following forms for your child (for siblings, please complete a separate form for each child) before the 1st August 2023 apart from the Thumb Print form which needs to be returned by 14th July and GCSE/GCE/IB results for Y12 Students which need to be returned by 28th August.

  • All pupils taking part in Rugby, Hockey or Lacrosse throughout the school year will require a mouthguard. Mouthguard information

Registration system / thumb print recognition - all pupils

Special Arrangements for exams - Y 9-12

Previous school External (Public) Examinations and U.C.I - Y 9-12

GCSE/GCE/IB results for Y12 Students

Medical information form - all pupils

Guardian Form for completion by the parents of International Pupils

CCF - Year 10 pupils

Mouthguards for sports - all pupils

You may choose to sign your child(ren) up for the following activities. If interested, please complete the appropriate forms before the 1st August 2023.

MUSIC LESSONS AND CHOIRS AND INSTRUMENTAL GROUPS

SPEECH AND DRAMA LESSONS

Latest News

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Open Morning 27th January

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.

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Exciting Leadership Update: Chris Filbey Appointed as Second Master from September 2025

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.

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A Blundell’s Christmas Album Now on Spotify

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.

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We've Joined The Wellbeing Hub

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.


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STEM Week Sparks Innovation and Collaboration at Prep School

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.

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House Music 2024

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.

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Westminster Abbey Evensong

An incredible experience for our pupils to sing in one of the world’s most famous churches

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Blundell’s School pupils achieve the school’s highest ever GCSE results

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.

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Blundell’s School pupils achieve outstanding A level results 2024

This season has been a remarkable journey for both the Blundell’s Bulls and Bulldogs basketball teams. The Bulls dominated the league, securing seven consecutive victories with impressive margins against strong opponents. Meanwhile, the inaugural season of the Bulldogs Girls Basketball Team has been equally inspiring. From humble beginnings with just a few eager players, the team has grown into a spirited group of nine.

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