Abbeyfield School

URN: 131969 • Chippenham SN15 3XB

Overview

Name
Abbeyfield School
URN
131969
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicholas Norgrove (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01249464500
Website
Visit
Address
Stanley Lane, Chippenham SN15 3XB

Summary

Abbeyfield School is a mixed community secondary school located in Chippenham, Wiltshire, with a current enrolment of 899 students and a capacity of 1,069. The school is dedicated to providing a high-quality education, focusing on exceptional teaching and learning to achieve excellent academic outcomes. Abbeyfield prides itself on its ethos of respect, resilience, and responsibility, fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal growth and character development.

The curriculum at Abbeyfield is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects including arts, sciences, humanities, and vocational courses. The school aims to provide an enriching experience beyond academics, with various extracurricular activities that promote teamwork and collaboration. Abbeyfield also emphasizes the importance of British values, ensuring that students develop mutual respect and understanding for diverse beliefs and backgrounds.

With a commitment to pastoral care, Abbeyfield School supports students' well-being and personal development, preparing them for future challenges. The school's motto, "Big enough to make a difference, yet small enough to know each child," reflects its dedication to individual attention and community spirit.

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Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1069
Pupils
899
Boys
474
Girls
425
FSM %
26.30
Open date
2000-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 899 474 425 1069 26.30
2024-09-11 879 447 432 1069 24.10
2023-09-11 883 448 435 1069 17.20
2022-09-11 883 448 435 1069 17.20
2021-09-11 937 480 457 1069 14.30
2020-09-11 959 482 477 1069 11.50

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