George Abbot School
URN: 136906 • Guildford GU1 1XX
Overview
- Name
- George Abbot School
- URN
- 136906
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- LEARNING PARTNERS ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 69.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kate Carriett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01483888000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Woodruff Avenue, Guildford GU1 1XX
Summary
George Abbot School, located in Guildford, Surrey, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,938 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 1,932. The school is part of the Learning Partners Academy Trust and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. With a focus on academic excellence, George Abbot offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students.
The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care and student well-being, ensuring that each pupil receives the necessary support throughout their educational journey. Various initiatives, including the Pupil Premium and Young Carers programs, demonstrate the school's commitment to fostering an inclusive community. In addition, George Abbot School has been appointed as a Surrey Music Hub Lead School, highlighting its dedication to enriching students' cultural and artistic experiences.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through open mornings and various communication channels, including the school's website and parent portal. The school aims to create a collaborative environment where families and staff work together to support student success and well-being.
The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care and student well-being, ensuring that each pupil receives the necessary support throughout their educational journey. Various initiatives, including the Pupil Premium and Young Carers programs, demonstrate the school's commitment to fostering an inclusive community. In addition, George Abbot School has been appointed as a Surrey Music Hub Lead School, highlighting its dedication to enriching students' cultural and artistic experiences.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through open mornings and various communication channels, including the school's website and parent portal. The school aims to create a collaborative environment where families and staff work together to support student success and well-being.
Useful links
- Please click here to read our latest Ofsted report – February 2025 (download)
- Read More (other)
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- learningpartners.org (other)
- George Abbot has been appointed as a Surrey Music Hub Lead School – please click here to read the press release (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Peter's Catholic School (77.5)
- St Peter's Catholic School (77.0)
- Guildford County School (73.5)
- George Abbot School (70.2)
- Kings College Guildford (52.0)
Key details
- LA
- Surrey
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- LEARNING PARTNERS ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1932
- Pupils
- 1938
- Boys
- 1054
- Girls
- 884
- FSM %
- 9.30
- Open date
- 2011-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-12-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Surrey
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1938 | 1054 | 884 | 1932 | 9.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1938 | 1067 | 871 | 1932 | 8.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1914 | 1021 | 893 | 1932 | 6.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1914 | 1021 | 893 | 1932 | 6.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1934 | 1037 | 897 | 1932 | 5.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1945 | 1030 | 915 | 1932 | 4.80 |
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