St Helen and St Katharine

URN: 123313 • Abingdon OX14 1BE

Overview

Name
St Helen and St Katharine
URN
123313
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebecca Dougall (since 2025) , Headmistress
Telephone
01235520173
Website
Visit
Address
Faringdon Road, Abingdon OX14 1BE

Summary

St Helen and St Katharine is an independent day school for girls aged 9-18, situated in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. With a current enrolment of 711 pupils and a capacity of 750, the school prides itself on fostering an environment tailored to the needs and ambitions of young women. The academic ethos encourages intellectual curiosity, with a vibrant curriculum that includes a strong focus on both academic achievement and personal development.

In 2025, the school achieved impressive results, with 92% of GCSEs graded 9-7 and 87% of A levels graded A*, A, or B. The Helena Academic Programme enhances the educational experience, while over 100 extracurricular clubs and societies provide students with opportunities for enrichment beyond the classroom.

The school community is supportive, with a strong pastoral ethos that includes health services, peer mentoring, and student leadership initiatives. St Helen and St Katharine aims to cultivate well-rounded individuals who are prepared for higher education and future careers, fostering a sense of belonging and purpose among its students.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
9 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
750
Pupils
711
Boys
0
Girls
711
FSM %
Open date
1980-09-30
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 711 0 711 750
2024-09-11 716 0 716 750
2023-09-11 712 0 712 750 0.00
2022-09-11 712 0 712 750 0.00
2021-09-11 710 0 710 750 0.00
2020-09-11 726 0 726 750 0.00

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