# Totnes Independent School — Totnes, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.3/5 from 4 published reviews

## Contact

- **Address:** Totnes Independent School, Windmill House, Ashburton Rd, Totnes
- **Phone:** +44(0)1803 864484
- **Website:** https://totnesindependentschool.co.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/totnes/totnes-independent-school-18265

## About

Totnes Independent School is a non-punitive, independent school for children aged between 11 & 16. Our school gives students the confidence and support to enjoy their learning and realise their full potential. We have a non-punitive culture, an ethos of LARS (Love, Acceptance, Respect and Safety), bespoke activities program, no homework and a focus on nurturing relationships.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Requires Improvement — Jan 2018

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — A happy and supportive school: Our daughter has been at Totnes Independent School for a year now, and we've seen a significant improvement in her academic performance and overall well-being. The staff are always approachable and supportive, and we love the LARS ethos that encourages kindness and respect. We feel so lucky to have found this school! *(Mar 2023)*
- **3/5** — Some great aspects, but room for improvement: We've had a mixed experience with Totnes Independent School. On the one hand, our child has loved the LARS ethos and the supportive staff, and we appreciate the lack of homework. However, we've had some issues with communication and organisation, which has caused undue stress for our child. We're hoping that these issues will be addressed in the future, as we do see the potential for this school to be truly exceptional. *(Nov 2022)*
- **4/5** — A great school for our child: We sent our child to Totnes Independent School for three years, and we were consistently impressed with the level of care and support provided. The small class sizes and lack of homework were a game-changer for our child, who struggled with anxiety in their previous school. While there were a few minor issues with communication, we would highly recommend this school to any parent looking for a nurturing and supportive environment. *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — An amazing supportive school!: We've been absolutely blown away by the love and care shown by the teachers and staff at Totnes Independent School. Our son has thrived in this nurturing environment, and we've seen him grow in confidence and self-esteem. The LARS ethos is truly special, and we're so grateful to be a part of this community. *(Jun 2022)*

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