Abbey Park School
URN: 145744 • Swindon SN25 2ND
Overview
- Name
- Abbey Park School
- URN
- 145744
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE PARK ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jon Ward (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01793705400
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- The Learning Campus, Swindon SN25 2ND
Summary
Abbey Park School is a mixed secondary academy located in Swindon, with a current enrolment of 1,182 pupils and a capacity of 1,200. The school is part of a sponsor-led academy trust and aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters academic and personal growth. With a focus on strong values and a commitment to student well-being, Abbey Park prioritises the development of positive relationships within the school community.
The curriculum at Abbey Park School is designed to offer a broad and balanced education, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary for future success. The school places emphasis on academic achievement, as evidenced by its exam performance, while also promoting extracurricular activities that enhance student engagement and personal development.
In addition to its educational offerings, Abbey Park School provides facilities for hire, contributing to the local community. The school’s ethos encourages collaboration with parents and guardians, ensuring that families are actively involved in their children's education and well-being. The recent Ofsted inspection in January 2023 reflects the school’s ongoing commitment to maintaining high standards in teaching and learning.
The curriculum at Abbey Park School is designed to offer a broad and balanced education, equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary for future success. The school places emphasis on academic achievement, as evidenced by its exam performance, while also promoting extracurricular activities that enhance student engagement and personal development.
In addition to its educational offerings, Abbey Park School provides facilities for hire, contributing to the local community. The school’s ethos encourages collaboration with parents and guardians, ensuring that families are actively involved in their children's education and well-being. The recent Ofsted inspection in January 2023 reflects the school’s ongoing commitment to maintaining high standards in teaching and learning.
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Nearby alternatives
- Royal Wootton Bassett Academy (77.9)
- The Ridgeway School & Sixth Form College (65.4)
- The Commonweal School (65.0)
- Great Western Academy (64.9)
- St Joseph's Catholic College (64.2)
Key details
- LA
- Swindon
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE PARK ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1200
- Pupils
- 1182
- Boys
- 640
- Girls
- 542
- FSM %
- 15.90
- Open date
- 2018-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1182 | 640 | 542 | 1200 | 15.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1180 | 632 | 548 | 1200 | 14.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1125 | 582 | 543 | 1200 | 13.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1125 | 582 | 543 | 1200 | 13.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1057 | 536 | 521 | 1200 | 11.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1003 | 494 | 509 | 1200 | 10.20 |
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