Abbeyfield School

URN: 138858 • Northampton NN4 8BU

Overview

Name
Abbeyfield School
URN
138858
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CREATIVE EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Henry Gowney-Hedges (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01604763616
Website
Visit
Address
Mereway, Northampton NN4 8BU

Summary

Abbeyfield School, located in Northampton, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,358 students, slightly above its capacity of 1,350. As part of the Creative Education Trust, the school is dedicated to enhancing educational outcomes for a diverse student body. The ethos of Abbeyfield is rooted in its core values of Ambition, Respect, and Kindness (ARK), which guide both academic and personal development.

The school offers a bespoke curriculum designed to cater to the varied needs of its students, ensuring they can thrive academically and socially. As a designated Performing Arts college, Abbeyfield provides extensive enrichment opportunities, including access to a professional theatre, dance studios, and sports facilities. Recent productions, such as 'Sister Act', highlight the active engagement of students in the arts.

Abbeyfield emphasizes the importance of a collaborative partnership between parents and the school, fostering an environment conducive to learning. The school maintains high expectations regarding behaviour and respect, aiming to create a supportive atmosphere for all students.

Key details

LA
West Northamptonshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
CREATIVE EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1350
Pupils
1358
Boys
681
Girls
677
FSM %
24.70
Open date
2012-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-09-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1358 681 677 1350 24.70
2024-09-11 1376 693 683 1350 22.30
2023-09-11 1393 673 720 1350 18.40
2022-09-11 1393 673 720 1350 18.40
2021-09-11 1396 680 716 931 16.20
2020-09-11 1319 671 648 931 12.90

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