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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Our students stepped up to the 'TVCA SEND Enterprise Challenge' this week. #AbbeyHill #Amazing #Careers #ProblemSolving https://t.co/hUwXcszn22 (sen)
- Home (other)
- About The Trust (other)
- Key Information (other)
- News (other)
- Our Academies (other)
- Our Team (other)
- Willow class at #GreenGatesAcademy have enjoyed their half term horse riding and are taking home their own rosette. https://t.co/ZWGufNDmoi (other)
Nearby alternatives
- King Edwin School (55.9)
- Bishopton Centre (51.0)
- Green Gates Academy (50.6)
- Bishopton PRU (49.2)
- Westlands Academy (45.4)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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