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West Buckland School

Fees checked 2026-10-28
Tuition 2026/27£3,480–8,080Fee per term (day places)Ages3–18 yearsConfirmed age rangeCurriculumGCSE · A LevelLanguage & boardingNot confirmedBoarding available

Fees 2026/27

West Buckland School fees for 2026/27 are £3,480 for Reception, age 4+, UK day; £4,650 for Prep 3–4, ages 7–9, UK day; £8,080 for Senior 7–13, ages 11–18, UK day a term. VAT is included. Years 5–6, UK full boarding: £10,210 a term.

£3,480–8,080

Fee per term (day places)

School year2026/27

Source checked2026-10-28

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2026/27 · Fee per term
Stage / provisionFee per term
Reception, age 4+, UK day£3,480
Prep 1–2, ages 5–7, UK day£3,650
Prep 3–4, ages 7–9, UK day£4,650
Prep 5–6, ages 9–11, UK day£5,920
Senior 7–13, ages 11–18, UK day£8,080
Years 5–6, UK full boarding£10,210
Years 7–8, UK full boarding£12,110
Years 9–11, UK full boarding£14,820
Years 12–13, UK full boarding£15,800
Years 7–11, international/EU full boarding£17,140
Years 12–13, international/EU full boarding£18,470

Fees from September 2026 per term in GBP, including VAT. Day, UK full boarding and international full boarding, including EU pupils, are distinct categories. Registration, deposits and applicable extras are separate. The relationship between the small UK weekly-boarding charge and tuition needs confirmation. No annual amount is inferred.

From September 2026, day fees per term including VAT are £3,480 for Reception, £3,650 for Prep 1–2, £4,650 for Prep 3–4, £5,920 for Prep 5–6 and £8,080 for Senior 7–13. UK full boarding including tuition costs £10,210 for Years 5–6, £12,110 for Years 7–8, £14,820 for Years 9–11 or £15,800 for Years 12–13 per term. International full boarding, including EU pupils, costs £17,140 for Years 7–11 or £18,470 for Years 12–13 per term. Its package includes meals, EAL and scheduled Heathrow transfers, with stated BNO exceptions. Registration is £100 including VAT, non-refundable. Deposits are refundable on leaving and differ by residence and length of stay. UK additional charges list Prep lunch at £4.85 per day or Senior lunch at £5.85; no annual meal total is inferred. Specialist support, exams and selected activities can cost extra. The relationship between the small UK weekly-boarding charge and tuition needs clarification before it is used as a total.

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The school has published £8,080 per term for New Year 12 UK ; fees effective September 2026 in From September 2026. A first-year total is awaiting confirmation; see the fee sources and conditions.

First-year cost From September 2026

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Known costs for a New Year 12 UK ; fees effective September 2026 day pupil

Tuition · per term
£8,080
Registration fee · one-off
£100
Enrolment deposit · refundable
£540

Not included: uniform, exams, lunch, meals, individual support, recurring charges (amounts or applicability not fully confirmed).

Fee sources, checked 5 Nov 2026
  • Tuition £8,080 per term → Source ↗ ·
  • Registration fee £100 one-off → Source ↗ ·

    This payment is non-refundable.

  • Enrolment deposit £540 one-off → Source ↗ ·

    Refund or credit is subject to the school’s conditions.

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Key facts

School stagesWest Buckland School offers education for boys and girls aged three to eighteen in North Devon.
Ages3–18 years
QualificationsGCSE, A Level
BoardingBoarding available
AddressWest Buckland School, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 0SX

Not yet confirmed: teaching language.

Admissions & entry points

Joining the schoolFamilies can request a prospectus and discuss admission, scholarships or bursaries.

Joining the school

Families can request a prospectus and discuss admission, scholarships or bursaries. Ask admissions to confirm the entry stage, available places, required reports and assessments. Moving during an examination course may require a different subject plan.

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Learning & qualifications

About West Buckland SchoolWest Buckland School offers education for boys and girls aged three to eighteen in North Devon.Sources reviewed 14 September 2026 Lear…

About West Buckland School

West Buckland School offers education for boys and girls aged three to eighteen in North Devon.

Sources reviewed 14 September 2026

Learning and qualifications

West Buckland School offers education for boys and girls aged three to eighteen in North Devon. Founded in 1858, the school describes itself as independently governed rather than part of an investor-owned group. International students can take a two-year GCSE or A Level route. A Level pupils need a good command of English; the school offers language support and preparation for IELTS.

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Support, school day & campus

Support and school lifeThe school’s published approach focuse…

Support and school life

The school’s published approach focuses on shaping teaching and opportunities around each pupil. For a child who needs language or specialist learning support, ask for an individual assessment of what the school can provide and whether it costs extra.

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Campus and daily arrangements

West Buckland School is in Barnstaple. Founded in 1858, the school describes itself as independently governed rather than part of an investor-owned group. Before visiting, confirm the teaching address for the intended year group, the daily timetable and any transport or residential arrangements.

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School address

The school publishes this contact address: West Buckland School, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 0SX.

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Location

West Buckland School

West Buckland School, Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 0SX, Barnstaple, United Kingdom

Parents also ask

How much are West Buckland School fees?

West Buckland School fees for 2026/27 are £3,480 for Reception, age 4+, UK day; £4,650 for Prep 3–4, ages 7–9, UK day; £8,080 for Senior 7–13, ages 11–18, UK day a term. VAT is included. Years 5–6, UK full boarding: £10,210 a term.

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Are lunches included in the fees?

Its package includes meals, EAL and scheduled Heathrow transfers, with stated BNO exceptions.

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How much does the first year at West Buckland School cost?

The school has published £8,080 per term for New Year 12 UK ; fees effective September 2026 in From September 2026. A first-year total is awaiting confirmation; see the fee sources and conditions. Uniform, exams, lunch, meals, individual support and recurring charges are not included.

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Sources & field verification dates

Sources and dates appear beside each detail above. School-reported information may change; confirm the offer for your child.

https://www.westbuckland.com/

https://westbuckland.com/international/curriculum/

https://www.westbuckland.com/admissions/

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https://westbuckland.com/

https://westbuckland.com/admissions/fees/

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