A 16-year-old boy has appeared in court in connection with multiple alleged assaults at a Devon private school.

The boy, who cannot be named due to his age, appeared before Exeter Magistrates’ Court today charged with three offences accused of two counts of attempted murder relating to two youths, who also cannot be identified.

He is also charged with grievous bodily harm with intent against Henry Roffe-Silvester, a member of staff at the school.

The boy spoke only to confirm his name and date of birth, then nodded when the judge asked if he had understood the proceedings.

District Judge Stuart Smith remanded him in custody after the hearing ahead of an appearance at Exeter Crown Court on Tuesday.