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The Abbey School
- Secondary
- Farnham GU9 8DY
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils enjoy a wide and varied curriculum that raises their aspirations.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Warm, positive relationships and high expectations from staff lead to settled and orderly lessons.
Qualifications and Training: Staff receive extensive training and support.
Current Educational Practices: Staff skilfully use visual aids and symbols to help pupils understand expectations and vocabulary.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff are immensely proud of the school and its pupils.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents participate in planning residential trips for pupils.
Communication: Staff work with families to ensure pupils have the tools and resources needed to thrive.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents appreciate the home-school partnership.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Trustees and governors execute their roles exceptionally well.
Actions for Quality Improvement: The school's mission statement of 鈥榯ogether we can鈥� underpins an ambitious curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff ensure that disadvantaged pupils have access to the same opportunities.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils enjoy clubs like basketball and film club, accessible to all including those with physical disabilities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Offsite trips further practice important life skills and enrich pupils鈥� development.
Career Counselling Services: Informative careers guidance prepares pupils for post-16 destinations.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Staff ensure pupils with EHC plans receive effective support.
Subjects Offered: Course options such as horticulture, childcare, and media build toward achieving qualifications.
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The Abbey School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Surrey, South East.
It has 145 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 7 : 1.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Abbey's employees, governors, and students all have a great deal of pride in their institution.
With spaces for little over 100 children with learning disabilities and additional needs between the ages of 11 and 16, The Abbey School is a strong and active special school.
Our students are more than one in three diagnosed with autism.
At The Abbey School, each student has value, and we base every choice we make on what is best for that specific kid.
The Abbey's most valuable resource, in our opinion, are its students and staff. The personnel at The Abbey has high standards and aspirations for the wellbeing, security, happiness, knowledge, skills, and independence of our students.
All students can succeed in all facets of the curriculum and their everyday lives with such individualised planning of academic, therapeutic, vocational, and life-skills aims.
The school's accommodations are well-maintained and suitable for their intended use.
Students, faculty, and the surrounding community can all take genuine pleasure in the school.
The wellbeing of our students, staff, and entire school community is at the core of The Abbey.
According to our mission statement, "Together We Can," The Abbey is about belonging, laughing, learning, and respecting life and friendships.
The Abbey is a true "can do" institution.
In July 2009, July 2012, and most recently in July 2016, we received 'excellent' Ofsted inspection accreditations.
There is a strong sense of community among us, and we have high standards for achievement and behaviour.
We have attempted to offer you with a thorough description of the school on this website (please contact the school if you need a paper copy of the information provided on the website, including large print versions).
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With spaces for little over 100 children with learning disabilities and additional needs between the ages of 11 and 16, The Abbey School is a strong and active special school.
Our students are more than one in three diagnosed with autism.
At The Abbey School, each student has value, and we base every choice we make on what is best for that specific kid.
The Abbey's most valuable resource, in our opinion, are its students and staff. The personnel at The Abbey has high standards and aspirations for the wellbeing, security, happiness, knowledge, skills, and independence of our students.
All students can succeed in all facets of the curriculum and their everyday lives with such individualised planning of academic, therapeutic, vocational, and life-skills aims.
The school's accommodations are well-maintained and suitable for their intended use.
Students, faculty, and the surrounding community can all take genuine pleasure in the school.
The wellbeing of our students, staff, and entire school community is at the core of The Abbey.
According to our mission statement, "Together We Can," The Abbey is about belonging, laughing, learning, and respecting life and friendships.
The Abbey is a true "can do" institution.
In July 2009, July 2012, and most recently in July 2016, we received 'excellent' Ofsted inspection accreditations.
There is a strong sense of community among us, and we have high standards for achievement and behaviour.
We have attempted to offer you with a thorough description of the school on this website (please contact the school if you need a paper copy of the information provided on the website, including large print versions).
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 7.6 | 15.1 | 16.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 48% | 33% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.49 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 2.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 27.54% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 37.51% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 19.8% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.78% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 13.68% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.13 | 2.76 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 86.44% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 22 | 139 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 81.23% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 82% | 25.93% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 20.25% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 22.67% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 9% | 12.38% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.96% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.23% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.92 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 29.83% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 39.76% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 19.04% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.05% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.12% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.08 | 2.81 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 86% | 87.57% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 22 | 139 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 84.58% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 64% | 26.68% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 21.21% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 22.76% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 23% | 14% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.44% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.53% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.78 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 1.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 26.78% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 38.69% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 21.78% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.24% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.45% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.08 | 2.72 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 85.52% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 22 | 133 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 80.18% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 39.61% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 20.18% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 7.27% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 27% | 13.21% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.66% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.54% | 2.75% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
7 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Abbey School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1