The Abbey School Reading
URN: 110165 • Reading RG1 5DZ
Overview
- Name
- The Abbey School Reading
- URN
- 110165
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- Christian
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 48.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Will le Fleming (since 2025) , Head
- Telephone
- 01189872256
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 17 Kendrick Road, Reading RG1 5DZ
Summary
The Abbey School Reading is an independent girls' school located in Reading, with a current enrolment of 905 students and a capacity of 1,134. The school prioritises a supportive environment that values each individual, fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging students to explore their interests and potential. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its commitment to leading with confidence, learning with purpose, and living with joy.
Academically, The Abbey offers a diverse curriculum that promotes excellence across various disciplines, including academics, music, sports, and the arts. The school is dedicated to nurturing leadership skills and providing real-world learning experiences, which prepare students for future challenges. The positive culture within the school is reflected in its strong academic outcomes and the encouragement of personal growth.
The Abbey also engages actively with the local community, allowing students to connect with their surroundings and develop a sense of civic responsibility. This approach not only enriches the educational experience but also instills a spirit of collaboration and service among students.
Academically, The Abbey offers a diverse curriculum that promotes excellence across various disciplines, including academics, music, sports, and the arts. The school is dedicated to nurturing leadership skills and providing real-world learning experiences, which prepare students for future challenges. The positive culture within the school is reflected in its strong academic outcomes and the encouragement of personal growth.
The Abbey also engages actively with the local community, allowing students to connect with their surroundings and develop a sense of civic responsibility. This approach not only enriches the educational experience but also instills a spirit of collaboration and service among students.
Useful links
- Welcome to the Senior School (sen)
- Q & A with students from the Senior School (sen)
- Senior School (sen)
- Lower School Years 7-9 (sen)
- Outside the Classroom (sen)
- Parental involvement (sen)
- Subjects (sen)
- The Abbey IP (Ideas + Passion) (sen)
- Upper School GCSE Years (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- The Avenue Special School (65.2)
- Brookfields Special School (63.0)
- Addington School (62.9)
- TLG Reading (62.7)
- Cranbury College (60.1)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 905 | 0 | 905 | 1134 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 993 | 0 | 993 | 1134 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 1012 | 0 | 1012 | 1134 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1012 | 0 | 1012 | 1134 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1007 | 0 | 1007 | 1134 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1055 | 0 | 1055 | 1134 | 0.00 |
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