Abingdon School
URN: 123312 • Abingdon OX14 1DE
Overview
- Name
- Abingdon School
- URN
- 123312
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 50.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michael Windsor (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01235521563
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Park Road, Abingdon OX14 1DE
Summary
Abingdon School is a prominent independent day and boarding school located in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, catering to students aged 11 to 18. With a current enrolment of 1,266 pupils, the school offers both full and weekly boarding from the age of 13. The school has a rich history dating back over 750 years and is part of the Abingdon Foundation, which includes the Abingdon Preparatory School for younger children aged 4 to 13.
The school is known for its strong academic performance, achieving 70% A*/A grades at A Level in 2025. Abingdon prioritises a culture of kindness and consideration, providing robust pastoral care to support student wellbeing. The school will transition to co-education in September 2026, welcoming girls into its First Year and Sixth Form, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and modern educational practices.
Abingdon School offers a diverse curriculum, with a focus on adaptive teaching and differentiation to meet individual student needs. The community is engaged through various activities, including team-building events and sponsored walks, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students.
The school is known for its strong academic performance, achieving 70% A*/A grades at A Level in 2025. Abingdon prioritises a culture of kindness and consideration, providing robust pastoral care to support student wellbeing. The school will transition to co-education in September 2026, welcoming girls into its First Year and Sixth Form, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity and modern educational practices.
Abingdon School offers a diverse curriculum, with a focus on adaptive teaching and differentiation to meet individual student needs. The community is engaged through various activities, including team-building events and sponsored walks, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Senior (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Pupil Absence (sen)
- Open Days and Visits (calendar)
- Events and Online Booking (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- University Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Kingfisher School (57.5)
- St Helen and St Katharine (45.8)
- Action for Children,Parklands Campus (45.2)
- Josca's Preparatory School (45.2)
- Kingfisher School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 4 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1425
- Pupils
- 1266
- Boys
- 1264
- Girls
- 2
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1980-09-30
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1266 | 1264 | 2 | 1425 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 1290 | 1290 | 0 | 1425 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 1292 | 1292 | 0 | 1425 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1292 | 1292 | 0 | 1425 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1309 | 1309 | 0 | 1425 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1296 | 1296 | 0 | 1335 | 0.00 |
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