Abbot's Hill School
URN: 117600 • Hemel Hempstead HP3 8RP
Overview
- Name
- Abbot's Hill School
- URN
- 117600
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sharon Schanschieff (since 2025) , Headmistress
- Telephone
- 01442240333
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bunkers Lane, Hemel Hempstead HP3 8RP
Summary
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School Profile
NAME: Abbot's Hill School
URN: 117600
LA: Hertfordshire
TOWN: Hemel Hempstead
POSTCODE: HP3 8RP
PHASE: Not applicable
TYPE: Other independent school
GENDER: Girls
PUPILS: 423
CAPACITY: 600
WEBSITE: http://www.abbotshill.herts.sch.uk
DATA_DATE: 2025-07-14
Website Extract:
Abbot's Hill School | Space to be you
Abbot's Hill School | Space to be you Welcome to Abbot’s Hill School Highly ambitious • Ever inspiring • Big hearted News: From September 2025 our School will be co-educational in Nursery through to Year 6 and an all-girls setting from Year 7-11. Find Out More We offer students the space to be inspired, authentic, and achieve their academic aspirations. With discerning standards and an unwavering commitment to success, we take pride in ensuring our students thrive both academically and personally in a healthy, supportive, and positive environment. Founded in 1912, Abbot’s Hill has provided girls with an exceptional, rounded education for more than 100 years. Our strength is supporting our students to find brilliance in balance, to achieve their academic best in an environment that prioritise breadth, future-preparedness and happiness. Why not book a tour or attend one of our Open Events, to experience our beautiful School for yourself? We look forward to welcoming you. Book a Private Tour “Abbot’s Hill is the antithesis of a pushy school and prides itself on not putting unnecessary pressure on the girls. The upshot? Excellent GCSE results.†Nursery Our Day Nursery and Pre-School in Hemel Hempstead welcomes boys and girls from six months of age through to Pre-school. Welcome to the Nursery Prep Our pupils thrive in a supportive and safe environment where their achievements, whatever they are, are celebrated. Welcome to the Prep School Senior Founded over 100 years ago to educate young women of character, the school places great value on the development of the individual. Welcome to the Senior School 76 Acres "A stunning parkland location and with extensive views across the Gade Valley, on the outskirts of Hemel Hempstead." Muddy Stilettos Academic Success We are a place where every child will achieve their best. Whether that is straight 9's or getting a 5 in a subject they always found challenging. Life Long Learning Pupils are encouraged to love learning. Life here is about enjoying experimentation, innovative thinking and exploring your passions. Visit Us Selecting the ideal education for your child ranks among the top priorities for every parent. At Abbot’s Hill School, we understand the significance of this choice. We believe that every school day should be a blend of joy, excitement, memorable moments, and rising to challenges. This commitment to excellence is why we personally meet with each prospective student. We extend an invitation to join Abbot’s Hill only when we’re convinced it’s the perfect fit for you as a family. Our dedication is evident in the happiness and success of our students. Experience Abbot’s Hill firsthand! We warmly invite potential parents and students to tour our campus, engage with our dedicated staff, and interact with our vibrant student community. Discover for yourself if Abbot’s Hill might be the right school for your family. The AHS Blog 25 September 2025 ISA School Awards- We are a FINALIST! Abbot’s Hill continues this year’s run of success in UK independent schools awards, with the announcement that we are a... 11 September 2025 New Term, New Production, New Challenge New Term, New Production, New Challenge – Drama at Abbot’s Hill A new school year always brings with it fresh... 21 August 2025 Abbot’s Hill School Celebrates Best Ever GCSE Results Day Year 11 students at Abbot’s Hill, were all smiles this morning as they gathered in school to collect their much-anticipated... 30 July 2025 Abbot’s Hill Culture Day 2025 On Wednesday 2nd July, the Senior School came together to celebrate the richness and diversity of it school community and to... 30 July 2025 Senior School Careers Day On Tuesday 1 July the Senior School came off timetable to learn all about different careers and listen to an... abbotshillschool Happy European Day of Languages! We’re excited to introduce Mr Russo, our new languages teacher at Abbotâ€
Instructions: Using the profile and website extract, write a short, unique summary in ~3 short paragraphs (120-200 words) in neutral UK English for parents. Avoid marketing hype; be factual, readable, and focus on ethos, curriculum, support, and community context.
School Profile
NAME: Abbot's Hill School
URN: 117600
LA: Hertfordshire
TOWN: Hemel Hempstead
POSTCODE: HP3 8RP
PHASE: Not applicable
TYPE: Other independent school
GENDER: Girls
PUPILS: 423
CAPACITY: 600
WEBSITE: http://www.abbotshill.herts.sch.uk
DATA_DATE: 2025-07-14
Website Extract:
Abbot's Hill School | Space to be you
Abbot's Hill School | Space to be you Welcome to Abbot’s Hill School Highly ambitious • Ever inspiring • Big hearted News: From September 2025 our School will be co-educational in Nursery through to Year 6 and an all-girls setting from Year 7-11. Find Out More We offer students the space to be inspired, authentic, and achieve their academic aspirations. With discerning standards and an unwavering commitment to success, we take pride in ensuring our students thrive both academically and personally in a healthy, supportive, and positive environment. Founded in 1912, Abbot’s Hill has provided girls with an exceptional, rounded education for more than 100 years. Our strength is supporting our students to find brilliance in balance, to achieve their academic best in an environment that prioritise breadth, future-preparedness and happiness. Why not book a tour or attend one of our Open Events, to experience our beautiful School for yourself? We look forward to welcoming you. Book a Private Tour “Abbot’s Hill is the antithesis of a pushy school and prides itself on not putting unnecessary pressure on the girls. The upshot? Excellent GCSE results.†Nursery Our Day Nursery and Pre-School in Hemel Hempstead welcomes boys and girls from six months of age through to Pre-school. Welcome to the Nursery Prep Our pupils thrive in a supportive and safe environment where their achievements, whatever they are, are celebrated. Welcome to the Prep School Senior Founded over 100 years ago to educate young women of character, the school places great value on the development of the individual. Welcome to the Senior School 76 Acres "A stunning parkland location and with extensive views across the Gade Valley, on the outskirts of Hemel Hempstead." Muddy Stilettos Academic Success We are a place where every child will achieve their best. Whether that is straight 9's or getting a 5 in a subject they always found challenging. Life Long Learning Pupils are encouraged to love learning. Life here is about enjoying experimentation, innovative thinking and exploring your passions. Visit Us Selecting the ideal education for your child ranks among the top priorities for every parent. At Abbot’s Hill School, we understand the significance of this choice. We believe that every school day should be a blend of joy, excitement, memorable moments, and rising to challenges. This commitment to excellence is why we personally meet with each prospective student. We extend an invitation to join Abbot’s Hill only when we’re convinced it’s the perfect fit for you as a family. Our dedication is evident in the happiness and success of our students. Experience Abbot’s Hill firsthand! We warmly invite potential parents and students to tour our campus, engage with our dedicated staff, and interact with our vibrant student community. Discover for yourself if Abbot’s Hill might be the right school for your family. The AHS Blog 25 September 2025 ISA School Awards- We are a FINALIST! Abbot’s Hill continues this year’s run of success in UK independent schools awards, with the announcement that we are a... 11 September 2025 New Term, New Production, New Challenge New Term, New Production, New Challenge – Drama at Abbot’s Hill A new school year always brings with it fresh... 21 August 2025 Abbot’s Hill School Celebrates Best Ever GCSE Results Day Year 11 students at Abbot’s Hill, were all smiles this morning as they gathered in school to collect their much-anticipated... 30 July 2025 Abbot’s Hill Culture Day 2025 On Wednesday 2nd July, the Senior School came together to celebrate the richness and diversity of it school community and to... 30 July 2025 Senior School Careers Day On Tuesday 1 July the Senior School came off timetable to learn all about different careers and listen to an... abbotshillschool Happy European Day of Languages! We’re excited to introduce Mr Russo, our new languages teacher at Abbotâ€
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- Senior School (11+) (sen)
- Senior School Careers Day (sen)
- Senior Founded over 100 years ago to educate young women of character, the school places great value on the development of the individual. Welcome to the Senior School (sen)
- Transition to the Senior School (sen)
- A Day in The Life (sen)
- Years 7- 9 (KS3) (sen)
- Senior (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Term Dates and Calendar (calendar)
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Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 0 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 600
- Pupils
- 423
- Boys
- 17
- Girls
- 406
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1941-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 423 | 17 | 406 | 600 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 474 | 22 | 452 | 600 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 563 | 22 | 541 | 600 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 563 | 22 | 541 | 600 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 523 | 19 | 504 | 560 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 551 | 17 | 534 | 560 | 0.00 |
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