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Shebbear College
Independent school · Devon
| Address | Shebbear, Beaworthy, EX21 5HJ |
|---|---|
| Ages | 2–19 |
| Pupils | 243 |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Boarding | Boarding school |
| Religious character | Methodist |
| Phone | 01409282000 |
| Website | http://www.shebbearcollege.co.uk/ |
Term dates
Source: school website · checked 2026-10-16
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2026-27
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Michaelmas 1 | Tue 8 Sep 2026 | Fri 23 Oct 2026 |
| Michaelmas 2 | Mon 9 Nov 2026 | Fri 18 Dec 2026 |
| Lent 1 | Mon 11 Jan 2027 | Fri 12 Feb 2027 |
| Lent 2 | Mon 22 Feb 2027 | Wed 24 Mar 2027 |
| Trinity 1 | Tue 13 Apr 2027 | Fri 28 May 2027 |
| Trinity 2 | Mon 7 Jun 2027 | Thu 1 Jul 2027 |
INSET days: Thu 3 Sep 2026, Fri 4 Sep 2026, Fri 8 Jan 2027, Mon 12 Apr 2027, Fri 2 Jul 2027
New pupil induction / boarders' orientation day Mon 7 Sep 2026. Two-week Michaelmas half term 26 Oct - 6 Nov. Half terms begin 16:30 on the Friday. Boarders return the Sunday before each restart. Trinity term ends 14:00 Thu 1 Jul (Celebration Day). Bank holiday Mon 3 May 2027 (boarders can remain).
2027-28
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Michaelmas 1 | Tue 7 Sep 2027 | Fri 15 Oct 2027 |
| Michaelmas 2 | Mon 1 Nov 2027 | Fri 17 Dec 2027 |
| Lent 1 | Mon 10 Jan 2028 | Fri 11 Feb 2028 |
| Lent 2 | Mon 21 Feb 2028 | Fri 31 Mar 2028 |
| Trinity 1 | Thu 20 Apr 2028 | Fri 26 May 2028 |
| Trinity 2 | Mon 5 Jun 2028 | Thu 29 Jun 2028 |
INSET days: Thu 2 Sep 2027, Fri 3 Sep 2027, Fri 7 Jan 2028, Wed 19 Apr 2028, Fri 30 Jun 2028
New pupil induction / boarders' orientation day Mon 6 Sep 2027. Two-week Michaelmas half term 18-29 Oct. Trinity term ends 13:30 Thu 29 Jun 2028 (Celebration Day). Bank holiday Mon 1 May 2028.
Fees 2026-27
Fees per term (including VAT).
| Year group | Fee |
|---|---|
| Reception (including meals) | £2,711.00 |
| Year 1 to Year 2 | £2,856.00 |
| Year 3 to Year 4 | £4,480.00 |
| Year 5 to Year 6 | £4,957.00 |
| Year 7 | £6,598.00 |
| Year 8 to Year 13 | £6,759.00 |
| Additional weekly boarding, Year 5 to Year 7 | £2,795.00 |
| Additional full boarding, Year 5 to Year 7 | £7,598.00 |
| Additional weekly boarding, Year 8 to Year 13 | £2,824.00 |
| Additional full boarding, Year 8 to Year 13 | £7,784.00 |
| International registration fee | £200.00 |
| Acceptance deposit - International Full Boarder | £2,000.00 |
| Compliance Management Fee (Home Office visa) | £630.00 |
Registration fee: £150.00
Deposit: £500.00
Fees effective September 2026, inclusive of all applicable taxes. Boarding charges are additional to school fees. Bus service 2026-27: Zone 1 £315.70, Zone 2 £442.20 per term. Discounts: 2% annual payment, sibling, Armed Forces 15%, NHS 10%. Means-tested bursaries and scholarships available.
Source: school fees page
Admissions
Entry points: Pre-School, Reception, 11+, 13+, 16+
No entrance exam for places; each child is assessed individually. After a visit and/or Taster Day (online meeting for international pupils), a reference from the current school and a registration form are requested before a formal offer. Senior School entrants sit a CAT4 assessment with no pass mark. Sixth Form needs GCSE results and a reference. Accept by returning forms and paying the acceptance fee.
- Taster Day
- Cognitive Ability Test (CAT4) for Senior School entry (no pass or fail)
- School reference
- Sixth Form: GCSE results and reference
Offers scholarships and bursaries.
Source: school admissions page
School bus routes
| Route | Areas served | First pick-up |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstaple - Bideford | Barnstaple, Fremington, Yelland, Instow, Westleigh, Bideford, Monkleigh, Frithelstock, Stibb Cross | 07:00 |
| Okehampton | South Zeal, Sticklepath, Okehampton, Hatherleigh, Sheepwash | 07:07 |
| Bude | Kilkhampton, Bude, Stratton, Red Post, Holsworthy, Brandis Corner | 06:50 |
| Hartland - Clovelly | Hartland, Higher Clovelly, Woolsery, Parkham | 07:10 |
| Dolton Beacon - Torrington | Dolton Beacon, Beaford, Torrington Common, Taddiport, Langtree | 07:20 |
| Copplestone | Copplestone, Bow, North Tawton, Sampford Courtenay, Exbourne, Black Torrington | 07:00 |
| Launceston | Launceston, St Giles, Clawton | 07:15 |
| Bradworthy | East Greadon, Dinworthy, Bradworthy | 07:30 |
| Bridestowe | Great Bidlake, Lewtrenchard, Bratton Clovelly, Halwill Junction | 07:25 |
Cost: Zone 1 (journeys under 10 miles) £315.70 per term; Zone 2 (journeys over 10 miles) £442.20 per term (2026-27, from fees page)
Source: school transport page
School details from the Department for Education's register (Open Government Licence). Term dates from the school's own published calendar; always confirm with the school.