the Deaf Academy

the Deaf Academy The Deaf Academy is a non-maintained special school and college for deaf children and young people aged 5–25. We are a charity and welcome fundraising.

We have been providing education for deaf young people since 1826. We teach children from age 5 – 25 years, using a bilingual environment of British Sign Language (BSL) and English to provide specialist education and care tailored to individual needs. We inspire deaf children to believe in themselves as they journey towards independence and have a strong reputation for engaging students failed els

ewhere in education. The Academy welcomes children from across the UK so the majority of our students use our residential care facilities. We work closely with parents and guardians and our children’s home is able to provide year round care for those that need it. As a non-maintained special school, our pupils are funded by their home local authority.

28/05/2026

Don't miss out! Join us on Saturday 6th June at Barnfield Theatre for an unforgettable night of music, bass, and community.

Where music is felt through powerful vibrations, visual beats, and an inclusive atmosphere for Deaf and hearing audiences alike

👉 Get your ticket now: https://exeternorthcott.co.uk/events/deaf-rave/

Huge congratulations to our incredible Deaf Academy students!Our talented college students (aged 17–18) have won the You...
26/05/2026

Huge congratulations to our incredible Deaf Academy students!

Our talented college students (aged 17–18) have won the Young Enterprise South West Inspiring Company Award with their innovative and inclusive comic book- and they’re now heading to the national finals in Cardiff on 3 June!

The team created a unique adaptation of Jack and the Beanstalk, inspired by their own experiences as Deaf young people. Each page includes QR codes linking to British Sign Language (BSL) translations, making the story accessible for Deaf children.

From writing and design to marketing, finance and leadership, students ran the project as their own company showing outstanding creativity, teamwork and determination.

We were also honoured that HRH The Princess Royal took the time to meet the team and learn more about their work during our recent 200th anniversary celebrations.

As student Grace shared: "We wanted to make a book that was accessible for Deaf children."

The comic is now available to buy for £5 on our website -helping make storytelling more accessible for all.

Please join us in celebrating their success and wishing them the best at nationals!

Read more on our website: https://thedeafacademy.ac.uk/deaf-academy-students-win-regional-enterprise-award/

Deaf Rave is coming to Exeter for the very first time! 📍 Barnfield Theatre, Exeter📅 Saturday 6 June 2026🕑 2pm – Family R...
21/05/2026

Deaf Rave is coming to Exeter for the very first time!

📍 Barnfield Theatre, Exeter
📅 Saturday 6 June 2026

🕑 2pm – Family Rave
🕢 7:30pm – Adult Rave

Join an unforgettable, inclusive experience for both Deaf and hearing audiences. Led by award‑winning Deaf DJs, artists and producers, Deaf Rave brings music to life in powerful new ways. The day will feature DJ taster workshops, family sessions and vibrating Woojer vests for an immersive experience.

Feel the music like never before. Don’t miss it!

Buy Tickets here: https://exeternorthcott.co.uk/events/deaf-rave/

Exeter Northcott

Thank you to Lympstone Manor - Relais & Châteaux for pledging to support us as a Charity Partner this month - helping en...
18/05/2026

Thank you to Lympstone Manor - Relais & Châteaux for pledging to support us as a Charity Partner this month - helping ensure that Deaf young people can overcome barriers & achieve their dreams.

Please support our charity’s goals, whether you’re visiting Lympstone Manor’s restaurant, or you can donate directly to our fundraising appeal for our students.

Donating to our charity is quick & easy. Just click here: https://www.justgiving.com/charity/thedeafacademy

As we reflect on our 200th anniversary ‘Deaf Festival’ celebrations, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to eve...
15/05/2026

As we reflect on our 200th anniversary ‘Deaf Festival’ celebrations, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who made this very special event possible.

We simply couldn’t have delivered such a memorable day without the incredible support of our whole community, supporters and partners. From the bees that produced the honey and the posy gifted to Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, to the inspiring workshops and change makers panel on offer – every contribution played a part, and we are so grateful.

The feedback our Charity has received, both from within our community and beyond, has been truly uplifting. It highlights not only the importance of our mission, but also the lasting impact of our work - helping Deaf young people with additional needs to thrive.

We are also thankful for the great regional and national media coverage of the celebrations, including features in the Exmouth Journal, HELLO! Magazine, Express & Echo, and Western Daily Press. This has helped shine a wider spotlight on Deaf education and inclusion.

During her visit, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal recognised the Academy’s influence, noting that it continues to “set standards for others to follow” - a sentiment we are incredibly proud of.

Learn more about the day here (with BSL): https://thedeafacademy.ac.uk/princess-royal-marks-deaf-academys-200th-anniversary/

Thank you to everyone below who supported

Event title sponsor HSBC
GK Signs
Hagen's Bees
Total Event Hire Ltd
Exmouth Town Council
Goosemoor Educatering
Shack Ltd
Devon Music Education Hub
Exmouth in Bloom
Splash Projects
British Deaf Association
Royal Association for Deaf people
Deaf Action
National Deaf Children's Society
Deaf celebrity chef Yvonne Cobb
Suzanne McQueenie

We’re excited to share that this year we’ve been chosen as Princesshay Exeter Charity Partner of the Year! Over the next...
12/05/2026

We’re excited to share that this year we’ve been chosen as Princesshay Exeter Charity Partner of the Year! Over the next 12 months, we’ll be working together to promote Deaf awareness across the local community.

If you’re in Exeter, see if you can spot our special shop front promoting the BSL alphabet. Then maybe take a selfie in front of it and leave it in the comments below! Our Partnerships and Community Manager Mark Stocks is getting the ball rolling with his selfie. You’ll also find a QR code linking to our JustGiving page, where you can make a quick donation to our charity and support us in our vital work for deaf young people.

You can also join us this Thursday 14th May, 11am – 3pm, at Princesshay Square for ‘Let’s Chalk About Mental Health’ - Princesshay’s annual Mental Health Awareness event. We’d love to see you there!

08/05/2026

We feel immensely privileged as a specialist education provision to have all had a day like today..

Together with HRH The Princess Royal, celebrating 200 years of our Charity’s commitment to ensuring that all young people have equal opportunities to thrive & succeed 🎉

Thank you The Royal Family and today’s event sponsors HSBC

A truly special day for the Deaf Academy! We were honoured to welcome Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal today as we ...
08/05/2026

A truly special day for the Deaf Academy!

We were honoured to welcome Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal today as we celebrated our 200th anniversary- marking two centuries of empowering Deaf young people.

What an incredible way to mark our bicentenary during National Deaf Awareness Week!

The Princess Royal engaged fantastically with students and staff and showed a genuine interest in learning about life at the Academy.

Alongside the The Royal Family visit, we welcomed leaders from across the Deaf community for a powerful ‘change-makers’ panel — discussing the future of Deaf education and inclusion.

From inspiring conversations with our students to enjoying creative sessions including BSL poetry, drumming and art, it was a day full of energy, pride and possibility.

The amazing day was supported by Lord Lieutenant of Devon and kindly sponsored by HSBC.

Our students were at the heart of it all - sharing their experiences, talents and aspirations for the future.

Here’s to the next 200 years of breaking barriers and building brighter futures.

Address

1 Douglas Avenue
Exmouth
EX82AU

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+441395203130

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