The Abbey School
URN: 149893 • Faversham ME13 8RZ
Overview
- Name
- The Abbey School
- URN
- 149893
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- THE HOWARD ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 39.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rowland Speller (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01795532633
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- London Road, Faversham ME13 8RZ
Summary
The Abbey School is a mixed secondary academy located in Faversham, Kent, with a current enrolment of 1,110 students and a capacity of 1,226. The school is committed to providing a high-quality education tailored to the individual strengths and needs of each student. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its motto, "Be the Best You Can Be," which reflects its focus on respect, personal development, and community engagement.
The curriculum at The Abbey School is designed to foster attributes such as resilience, leadership, creativity, and teamwork. The school emphasizes the importance of curiosity and encourages students to engage with the world around them, promoting a love of learning that extends beyond academic achievement. Support structures are in place to ensure that all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities, have access to a broad and enriching educational experience.
Community involvement is a key aspect of The Abbey School's philosophy, with a vision that students not only strive for personal excellence but also support their peers in achieving their goals. This collaborative approach aims to cultivate a strong sense of belonging and identity within the school community.
The curriculum at The Abbey School is designed to foster attributes such as resilience, leadership, creativity, and teamwork. The school emphasizes the importance of curiosity and encourages students to engage with the world around them, promoting a love of learning that extends beyond academic achievement. Support structures are in place to ensure that all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities, have access to a broad and enriching educational experience.
Community involvement is a key aspect of The Abbey School's philosophy, with a vision that students not only strive for personal excellence but also support their peers in achieving their goals. This collaborative approach aims to cultivate a strong sense of belonging and identity within the school community.
Useful links
- Seneca (sen)
- Prospectus (other)
- Sixth Form Prospectus (other)
- Arbor (other)
- School Email (other)
- Sparx Maths (other)
- Arbor (other)
- 25/10/10 10:32:0910 Oct 2025 (other)
- 25/10/10 12:36:2810 Oct 2025 (other)
- EverLearner (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (60.1)
- Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (45.2)
- The Abbey School (45.2)
- The Abbey School (35.1)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE HOWARD ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1226
- Pupils
- 1110
- Boys
- 574
- Girls
- 536
- FSM %
- 36.70
- Open date
- 2023-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1110 | 574 | 536 | 1226 | 36.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1111 | 554 | 557 | 1226 | 32.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1226 |
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