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West Exe School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

West Exe School is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Exeter, Devon , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1237 pupils, and a capacity of 1300 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,237

Pupils

1,300

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

West Exe School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, West Exe School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Devon. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 95% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Devon before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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West Exe School — School Information

Full address
Hatherleigh Road, Exeter, EX2 9JU
Local authority
Devon
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
20.2% of pupils
DfE URN
145404

Other Secondary Schools in Exeter

If West Exe School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Exeter are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — West Exe School

Is West Exe School oversubscribed?

West Exe School is operating close to its capacity of 1300 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for West Exe School?

Admission to West Exe School is managed by Devon. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does West Exe School cover?

West Exe School is a secondary school in Exeter, Devon, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for West Exe School?

West Exe School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.