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Bicentenary Gala Dinner & Charity Auction
Time & Location Thursday 19 November 2026 6pm arrival drinks, departures at midnight Winslade Manor, Exeter EX5 1FY About the Event Join us for an unforgettable evening as the Deaf...
The Deaf Academy is Hosting Devon’s First-Ever Deaf Day in Exmouth
Devon is set to host its very first Deaf Day, bringing together the whole community for a celebration of Deaf culture, awareness, and support services. The free, inclusive event will take place on...
Official Celebration Opening of Our New Learning and Sensory Outdoor Area
A joyful celebration took place on 11th June when the Deaf Academy officially opened its brand new Learning and Sensory Outdoor Area, created especially for Deaf children and young people...
Deaf Academy Students Win Regional Enterprise Award
Business-minded students at the Deaf Academy in Exmouth have won a regional award for enterprise, plus praise from HRH The Princess Royal, after publishing their own accessible comic book that...
Princess Royal joins Deaf Academy’s 200th anniversary celebrations
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited the Deaf Academy charity on Friday May 8 2026, joining students and staff to celebrate its 200th anniversary. The visit formed part of...
Deaf Academy celebrates 200 years of life-changing education
Two hundred years of Deaf education are being celebrated in Devon in 2026, as the Deaf Academy launches an anniversary programme of events and a major new fundraising appeal. The Exmouth-based...
New Minibus Donated to Deaf Students by Devon Firm - Bicentenary Boost as Deaf Academy Receives New Minibus from Switch
Students at the Deaf Academy in Exmouth are delighted to have been donated a new minibus, thanks to the generosity of Switch, a nationwide car and van rental provider headquartered in Devon . Watch...
The Deaf Academy launches a pioneering new virtual tour that creates an inclusive digital link for everyone, with British Sign Language
The Deaf Academy is pleased to announce the exciting launch of a pioneering new virtual tour tool that has been especially designed for people who are Deaf and have additional needs. The Deaf...
Our Bicentenary Events
We have an exciting line-up of Deaf-led and Deaf-focused events to mark this incredible moment. These events celebrate our history, culture, creativity, and the vibrant community that makes the...
A Memorable Night at the Bishop’s Palace Marks the Start of Our Bicentenary
On Tuesday the Academy hosted a wonderful Christmas event for some of our valued partners and supporters at the Bishop's Palace in Exeter. The fully inclusive evening was brimming with Deaf culture,...
The Deaf Academy Celebrates Tokyo Deaflympics 2025
Our Academy celebrated the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics in style with our very own Opening Ceremony! We were honoured to welcome Lulu Kemp, former Deaflympics Silver Medallist, and Becky Price from...
Annual Newsletter 2024-25
We are delighted to publish our 2024-25 annual Newsletter, celebrating all of the achievements from our last academic year. Please click the image below to view the e-book. To view the Newsletter...