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The Abbey School Reading
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve outstanding examination results and make rapid progress across all subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exhibit extremely positive attitudes, initiative, independence, and are determined to seize opportunities.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching is highly effective, promoting exceptional subject knowledge and critical thinking skills.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leadership must improve skills and knowledge to consistently meet standards and promote well-being.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: School has failed to ensure all required staff checks for safeguarding; immediate action required.
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The Abbey School Reading is a All-through, Girls, Christian school located in Berkshire, South East.
It has 993 students from age 3-19 yr.
Tuition fee £1,866 to £7,250 for the highest grade offered.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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Greetings from our school. Being the head of a school like The Abbey is a huge honour for me; every day is unique and inspiring, and I feel privileged to work with the young women who will be influencing the world of tomorrow. The Abbey is a kind and inviting group of people, and each girl contributes her special skills, passions, and personality to create a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive community. We celebrate success in all its manifestations from the Nursery to the Sixth Form and beyond because there is a real desire to strive for the best intellectually and personally. The School has been at the vanguard of women's education for 130 years, and we are committed to empowering girls to become exceptional women who make a good difference in the world. Our girls have the opportunity to succeed, and they do so with an inner confidence developed from realising the value of independence as well as balance. We are a top-notch institution that offers a special and outstanding opportunity to any lady who enjoys learning. It will be a pleasure to meet you.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Ofset report | - | - | - |
| Age range | 3-19 | 2-16 | 3-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 50.70% | - | 22.90% |
| Day Fees | £1,866 to £7,250 | £548 to £4,800 | £2,946 to £5,039 |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 26.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 28.32% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 37.26% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 26.16% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 15% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.58% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.35 | 3.21 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 91.08% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 110 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 85.5% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22.58% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 45.67% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.67% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.92% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.75% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.67% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 22.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 29.63% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 38.21% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 23.74% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 16.42% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.84% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.28 | 3.17 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 94% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 113 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 91.55% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.09% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 52.55% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.09% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.82% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.09% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.64% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 22.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 24.56% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 31.39% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 18.28% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.5% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 16.06% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.28 | 2.85 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 83% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 108 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 79.38% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 14.63% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 47.63% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 12.25% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.25% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 15.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 24.56% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 30.72% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 21.78% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.83% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 16.72% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.4 | 2.9 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 72.25% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 107 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 68.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 11.63% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 47.63% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.5% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.25% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.63% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 26.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 29.5% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35.22% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 22.44% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 17.44% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.94% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 83.14% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 123 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 39.14% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.43% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 58.14% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.57% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.71% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.57% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.57% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 46.05 | 30.19 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 46.12 | 30.34 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 50.70% | 22.03% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 109 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 62.33% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 23% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.83% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 50.42 | 35.6 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | A | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 50.58 | 32.66 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 53.8% | 25.67% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 100 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 15.33% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 10.5% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 44.86 3 | 35.85 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 44.73 3 | 32.96 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 35.8% | 20.46% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 113 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 63.67% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.17% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 17% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 8% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 47.88 2 | 36.48 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 47.88 2 | 35.9 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 47.0% | 29.05% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 8.83% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.83% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 12.33% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.67% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 45.78 | 29.29 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.75 | 29.8 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 42.1% | 18.43% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 14% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.5% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 18.83% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.5% | 4.23% |
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Fees
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£1,866 to £7,250
Yearly fee
Scholarships
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
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