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The Maynard School

SeniorGirlsAges 4–18Day410 pupils
Day fees
£22,425
How competitive entry is
School Exam + InterviewCompetitive entry
Pupils
410
Founded
1658
Next deadline
No dates published
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Open events

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Fees

£22,425per year · Day · 2026-27
VAT-inclusive estimate £22,425VAT status TBC7-year projection £177,119
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

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About the head

#MadeForGirls

Joined The Maynard in 2022 from Haberdashers' Monmouth School for Girls where she was Deputy Head.

One of the oldest and greatest all girls' schools in the country. Unpretentious, nurturing, fun and challenging approach to learning sets it far apart from other independent schools.

Nurturing, fun and challenging approach to learning; tailored curriculum for girls

Activities & co-curricular

sport

TennisYear 8 Basketball ClubBadmintonAberdare National Tennis Championships

music

School OrchestraJazz BandChamber OrchestraSenior ChoirChamber Choir24 Strings

drama

House Drama

academic club

EPQ (Extended Project Qualification)Year 8 Chemistry ClubModel United NationsPhi Club (Sixth Form mathematics extension and enrichment)

service

South West Water Youth BoardRed Cross ClubCommunity Education ClubChocolate and Chat (Sixth Form buddies/mentoring)

Facilities

sports

Swimming pool (implied by swimming kit requirements)

arts

Performing Arts Centre

academic

Science laboratories (implied by Science Overall uniform requirement)

Latest exam results

70%
A-level A*–A
65%
GCSE 9–7

Data from 2025 results

Where leavers go

3%
to Oxbridge (2025)
18%
to Russell Group
2025
Cohort33
Oxbridge1
Russell Group6
US Ivy0
Top universities (2025)
University of Cambridge
Durham University
Imperial College London
UCL
University of St Andrews
University of Bristol
University of Edinburgh

Recent coverage

The Maynard School was awarded a rare ISI ‘Significant Strength’ in November 2025, marking a year of exceptional achievements. In May 2026, the school launched a successful new Warhammer Club and celebrated excellent results in the UK Junior Maths Challenge. Additionally, students participated in various activities including U13 and U15 cricket matches, Bronze Duke of Edinburgh training expeditions, and a spectacular Summer Concert showcasing musical talents.

Notable alumni

Daphne du Maurier (author)Anna Campbell (activist)Mary Wesley (author)
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House system

ArmourersGoldsmithsMerchantsHaberdashers

Inspection

Isi 1 Jan 2025

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Excellent

Term dates 2025-2026

autumn4 Sept 202519 Dec 2025
autumn4 Sept 202519 Dec 2025Half-term 18 Oct 2025–2 Nov 2025
spring6 Jan 20262 Apr 2026Half-term 14 Feb 2026–22 Feb 2026
spring6 Jan 20262 Apr 2026
summer20 Apr 20262 Jul 2026Half-term 23 May 2026–31 May 2026
summer20 Apr 20262 Jul 2026
autumn7 Sept 202618 Dec 2026
autumn7 Sept 202618 Dec 2026Half-term 17 Oct 2026–1 Nov 2026
spring5 Jan 202725 Mar 2027
spring5 Jan 202725 Mar 2027Half-term 13 Feb 2027–21 Feb 2027
summer12 Apr 20277 Jul 2027Half-term 29 May 2027–6 Jun 2027
summer12 Apr 20277 Jul 2027

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Frequently asked questions

How much are the fees at The Maynard School?
Day fees at The Maynard School range from £10,743 to £30,932 per year.
What ages does The Maynard School take?
The Maynard School takes pupils from age 4 to 18.
Is The Maynard School a day or boarding school?
The Maynard School is a day school.
Is The Maynard School co-educational or single-sex?
The Maynard School is a girls' school.
Where is The Maynard School?
The Maynard School is in Exeter, EX1 1SJ.

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