Experiences of Blundell's and other South West private schools for SEN children

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Hi everyone

Im looking at a number of private schools in the SW for my 8 and 9 year old children who both have SEN. Neither very academic or sporty but sociable and curious. We have visited Blundells, Stover, Mount Kelly and Plymouth College and they all offered something unique. However, we were most impressed with the Head, the children and the facilities at Blundell's. Taster days will be next step but we would like to narrow this down to 2 schools.

One of our main concerns, is the emphasis private schools place on sport. Whilst this is a huge attraction for many kids, my kids, find sport very challenging, due to diagnoses of dyspraxia.

Essentially, we are looking for a school where the children can continue into year 7, with strong ethos around kindness, SEN provision and pastoral support and helping each child achieve their best potential. Not essential, but would be a bonus, if the parents are also welcoming. Looking for advice or recommendations from those with children in a SW private school, especially Blundells.

Thanks for reading

I don't know Blundells prep but know the senior school. I agree, it is absolutely fabulous. Especially if academic or sporty or both. I understand their SEN is good if child clever, however, aware of others who have struggled especially if they are then not sporty either. Sports is still a big part of the school.

Depending on your children/child and locations I think there are other schools you should visit to see how theyd fit. Shebber, Kingsley Bideford, Maynard etc some schools will have negative views from others, however, you need to see for yourself obviously as schools suit different children.