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Devon Preparatory School is a private, Catholic, college prep school, grades six to twelve, focused on young men's holistic education for life. Founded in 1956 by the Piarist Fathers, Devon Prep sits on a 20-acre campus on Philadelphia's Main Line in Devon, Chester County. By operating our school at the speed, intensity, and standards of real life, our young men are well-positioned to succeed and be leaders for their lives and callings beyond Devon Prep. Devon Prep's holistic approach to teaching ensures that students are educated for life – academically, socially, athletically, and spiritually. By focusing on the entirety of the learning process, Devon Prep creates future leaders in various fields and provides them with a set of tools and experiences that will serve them through college and beyond. Devon Preparatory School is a private, Catholic, college prep school, grades six to twelve, focused on young men's holistic education for life. The mission of the Piarist order is the holistic education of youth. Founded with the motto "Pietas et litterae" (Piety and learning), the order continues to evolve for and with Devon Prep. Devon Prep serves as an essential priority to enabling the Piarist mission of preparing young men for the rigors of 21st-century life by modeling, in word and deed, the Piarist values of charity, humility, patience, respect, and simplicity. Devon Preparatory School is singularly focused on preparing young men not just for college but for the entirety of their lives. By operating our school at the speed, intensity, and standards of real life, our young men are well-positioned to succeed and be leaders for their lives and callings beyond Devon Prep. We educate and inspire our students by holding them accountable to the highest academic and moral standards. Through the support of the entire Devon Prep community, students learn how to demand high standards from themselves. At the same time, we understand the stresses a rigorous environment can create for our young men. The Devon Prep community is committed to the emotional well-being of our students. Through the teaching of coping skills, stress management, and creating a trusting environment where students can share concerns, students learn how to navigate life's challenges in a constructive, healthy way. Devon Prep is a rigorous, world-class academic institution. Our key differentiator focuses on offering the highest quality education through a challenging, cutting edge curriculum taught by a well-credentialed faculty with a deep personal alignment to Devon Prep's mission. We teach faculty and students to focus on the learning process, not just the outcomes. By focusing on the learning process, students increase attention and focus, develop critical thinking skills, and practice authentic learning. Athletics and extra-curricular activities serve to supplement and complement academic learning by building a well-rounded person. We will use tools and technology to enable students and faculty access to the best learning and teaching vehicles. Tools and technology will be evaluated to ensure they serve our learning process and not replace the process. Devon Preparatory School is singularly focused on preparing young men not just for college but for the entirety of their lives. By operating our school at the speed, intensity, and standards of real life, our young men are well-positioned to succeed and be leaders for their lives and callings beyond Devon Prep. We educate and inspire our students by holding them accountable to the highest academic and moral standards. Through the support of the entire Devon Prep community, students learn how to demand high standards from themselves. Devon Prep's Middle School curriculum prepares every student for success in the Upper School while the Upper School curriculum prepares every student for college-level courses. Small class size and individual attention, critical ingredients to quality education, promote student-teacher interaction. View full school

Here at the College, everything we do is built around your experience as a student and helping you make the most of your time with us and progress. We have an unwavering passion for learning and pride ourselves in delivering excellent programs of study. We offer a wide range of courses and qualifications for learners of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, all of which are designed to help you develop your skills and confidence and progress into employment in your chosen career or higher education. Our wide-ranging provision means that you will always be able to find the right route for you, right on your doorstep in South Devon. We offer excellent qualifications in professional and technical vocational diplomas at all levels, a vast range of apprenticeships, university degrees, English and maths support, part-time adult qualifications, and bespoke professional training. We are delighted to be recognized by employers and students alike as one of the top Further Education and Tertiary Colleges in England. Top results and satisfaction reflect our comprehensive curriculum, with personalized programs delivered by dedicated and passionate tutors, all of whom have good industry experience. We have recently received a top Higher Education Review from the Quality Assurance Agency, further recognizing excellence in higher education and higher skills, which will lead us into further new developments next year. We take great pride in our students' success. I speak from experience when I say that our tutors and lecturers find no greater satisfaction than seeing our past students achieve significant and remarkable things, which happens year after year. South Devon College is committed to ensuring that people with a disability, including those with learning difficulties, are treated fairly. If you have a disability, please let us know what you need to make all reasonable adjustments to enable you to access your learning. Wherever possible, we will provide as wide a range of opportunities and support for students who have disabilities and learning difficulties and have a commitment to encourage you to join chosen courses wherever appropriate. We have the facilities and are happy to produce learning materials in a variety of formats where necessary. If appropriate, we can provide a range of equipment to help students access learning, and additional support is available within the classroom or workshop environment if required. The College recognizes that people are a vital resource within the organization and therefore fully accepts its responsibilities for the health, safety, and well-being of its staff, students within its care and where appropriate, visitors to its premises, and others be affected by its activities. View full university