Independent private schools or grammar school in Devon?

[Iamag00dmum]

I’m looking ahead and thinking about secondary options for our kid. He’s gifted academically, loves sport but not very good at it, and fairly musical.

Exeter school would be ideal in many ways but it’s the commute (and money!) that concerns us.

Plymouth College - would it be academic enough for a high flyer? Is it too sporty for a non-sporty? What’s the atmosphere like? Is it musical? How do they deal with bullying?

Devonport boys - how academic/pushy is it? Atmosphere? Do they kids have a fun time there? How do they deal with bullying? Music provision?

Mount Kelly - same questions really.

Anyone advise?

I would not recommend Plymouth College - there are rumours of financial problems and the head has changed again after only two years. GCSE results are poor and the focus is on swimming and asian students. I recommend Exeter or Truro.