St John's School
Sidmouth, Devon · EX10 8RG
St John's International School is a coeducational day and boarding school in Sidmouth, Devon, serving pupils from age 3 to 18. Part of the prestigious SEK-IES international network, it emphasises a nurturing, dynamic environment where each student is known individually. The school combines an all-through structure with a distinctly international outlook, offering tailored entry points across junior and senior phases.
- →Membership of the SEK-IES network, providing access to a prestigious international education framework and global partnerships
- →All-through provision from age 3, avoiding disruptive transitions
- →Boarding facilities for families seeking structured residential education in a coastal Devon setting
- →Small cohort size (180 pupils) enabling personalised attention and pastoral care
Who thrives here
Families seeking a nurturing, internationally minded education in a smaller-scale environment. Well suited to pupils who value individual attention, and to expatriate or internationally mobile families drawn to the SEK-IES network.
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Contact & visit
Broadway, Sidmouth, Devon
Sidmouth, Devon
EX10 8RG
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at St John's School?
Day fees at St John's School are approximately £16,500 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into St John's School?
St John's School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are St John's School's exam results?
At St John's School, 8.7% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is St John's School a boarding school?
St John's School offers boarding as well as day places.
What is St John's School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated St John's School “Excellent” (2020).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓High-quality facilities and well-trained staff
✓Nurturing, supportive ethos with strong individual attention
✓International outlook and SEK-IES network connections
✓Integrated boarding and day pupil community
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted inspected, so limited independent verification of standards
!Small cohort size may limit sports and activity breadth
!Remote location (Sidmouth) may constrain recruitment and facility investment relative to larger independent schools