Welcome to Stover Preparatory School
Stover Preparatory is the 3-11 ages part of Stover School – a day and boarding co-educational school nestled between Dartmoor and the Coast in South Devon.
Inspiring, encouraging and celebrating the individual in each child.
Imagine a school where young children can experience a wide range of learning opportunities; A school where ambition and success are encouraged and where all achievements are celebrated wholeheartedly. A school that has firm boundaries within an intentionally gentle learning culture.
Pupils are nurtured in a small school environment yet enjoy all the resources, expertise and opportunities that come with belonging to the broader Stover School community. We know that children thrive when they feel safe, supported and happy. We combine a gentle learning culture, firm boundaries and compassion to help each pupil grow in confidence to be their best selves.
Meet The Preparatory School Head –
Mr Ben Noble
Teaching isn’t just for the classroom. Our 64 acre site in South Devon is nestled between the moor and the sea, encouraging freedom, play, creativity, imagination and adventure.
The curriculum is rich with opportunity – from languages to drama, art, science and a whole range of sports – all delivered by dedicated preparatory school teachers and senior school specialists.
Our children develop into confident, open minded, creative and critical thinkers, independent learners, team players and leaders – a foundation of skills for their future world.
A strong sense of self is key.
Stover children learn at a young age to grow a quiet internal confidence to be comfortable in their own skin. It’s a place where ambition and success is encouraged, but effort is valued above all – celebrating every child’s achievements.
Equally, pupils learn how to become responsible global citizens by understanding that taking care of each other and our world is of the utmost importance.
Our warm and welcoming environment puts children at ease.
Class sizes are small, staff numbers high and each child is truly known among their peers and teachers – our Preparatory School has a family feel in which all year groups play together and support each other.
By the end of Year 6, pupils feel well equipped to move up into secondary school, and for those staying at Stover, the transition feels familiar and safe.
In helping each child to feel valued and cherished in their youngest years, we set them on a path to learn well, achieve their ambitions and above all, be happy.
“Being part of this school for generations has been an incredible journey. It’s not just a place where children come to learn; it’s a second home, a tight-knit community where everyone feels like family. What sets this school apart is its genuine care for each child’s well-being, not just academically, but emotionally too. The teachers and staff go above and beyond to ensure that every child feels seen, heard, and supported in their journey. And when it comes to opportunities outside the classroom, the range of extracurricular activities is truly impressive. From sports to arts, there’s something for every interest and talent to flourish. It’s this holistic approach to education that makes this school such a special place, where children not only excel academically but also grow into confident, well-rounded individuals.” (Photo Credit Emily Fleur)
