Abbey Hill Academy

URN: 139974 • Stockton-on-Tees TS19 8BU

Overview

Name
Abbey Hill Academy
URN
139974
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
HORIZONS SPECIALIST ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Newman (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01642677113
Website
Visit
Address
Ketton Road, Stockton-on-Tees TS19 8BU

Summary

Abbey Hill Academy is a mixed special academy located in Stockton-on-Tees, catering to 367 pupils with a capacity for 357. The school focuses on providing high-quality educational experiences for young people with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities. It aims to deliver specialised teaching alongside outstanding pastoral care, ensuring that each student receives the support they need to thrive academically and socially.

The academy is part of the Horizons Specialist Academy Trust, which is committed to offering a nurturing environment that promotes personal growth and prepares students for their future. The curriculum is designed to be inclusive and tailored to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, with an emphasis on vocational training and life skills to facilitate successful transitions into adulthood.

With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (47.80%), Abbey Hill Academy actively engages with the local community to foster a supportive network for families. The school encourages parental involvement and provides resources to assist with student welfare and safety, reinforcing its commitment to creating a collaborative educational environment.

Key details

LA
Stockton-on-Tees
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
HORIZONS SPECIALIST ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
357
Pupils
367
Boys
266
Girls
101
FSM %
47.80
Open date
2013-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 367 266 101 357 47.80
2024-09-11 352 248 104 357 49.30
2023-09-11 350 228 122 357 49.10
2022-09-11 350 228 122 357 49.10
2021-09-11 316 202 114 311 45.70
2020-09-11 307 194 113 300 46.70

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