The Abbey School

About The Abbey School

The Abbey School provides a supportive, inclusive, and high-achieving environment where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Dr Rowland Speller

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

65.3

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

37.2

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.56

Progress 8

Well below average

26.7%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

48.2%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

47.7% entered EBacc

24.1% achieved EBacc

195 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2023

5.0

"Outstanding School Experience"

We've had an amazing experience at The Abbey School. The facilities are fantastic and our child has thrived in the supportive environment. We're so grateful for the opportunities they've had through the football academy and for the values they've instilled in our child.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 20, 2022

5.0

"Excellent Teaching and Facilities"

Our child is really enjoying their time at The Abbey School. The teachers are knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and the facilities are top-notch. We appreciate the emphasis on character development and the opportunities for extracurricular activities.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Experience"

We had a mixed experience at The Abbey School. While the teaching was good and the facilities were excellent, we felt that the school could have done more to support our child's mental health. Overall, it was a good but not outstanding experience.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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