Welcome from the Principal
We hope that this website will provide you with an insight into the high quality education that your child can expect to receive at The Abbey School. I am confident that you will find it informative and enjoyable to explore.
Our Ethos
"Be the Best You Can Be"
Our school motto reflects our educational values. It is inclusive of all that belong to our community and, as such, it is our aim that all members of our school show respect for one another.
A Broad and Balanced Education
At the Abbey School, we place emphasis on the importance of every child having a broad and balanced education which includes a range of experiences both inside and outside of the classroom.
Sports and Community Facilities
With facilities to suit all ages and abilities, our aim is to provide a wide range of sports and activities that make fitness fun! Our sports halls, 3G pitch and the various clubs and classes that are run at the Abbey Sports Centre serve to create a friendly community that benefits Faversham and the surrounding area.
House Points
Latest News
26/03/17 10:36:2617 Mar 2026
The Abbey School celebrates a transformational result following Ofsted inspection
The Abbey School is today celebrating a transformational result, having secured “strong standard” and...
25/12/11 00:00:0011 Dec 2025
Midwinter Concert
On Thursday 11th December, as part of their cultural curriculum, 163 year 8 walked to St Catherine’s church, where...
25/12/02 00:00:002 Dec 2025
Visit from Helen Whateley
The Abbey School was pleased to welcome Helen Whately MP for a visit on Friday 28th November. During her visit, Ms Whate...
25/11/27 00:00:0027 Nov 2025
Tree Planting
On a bright and crisp Wednesday afternoon, 14 students trekked to the far end of the field to take part in a tree-planti...
21 FOR 21 – EVERY STUDENT, £21. ONE INCREDIBLE CAUSE! The Abbey School is proud to be supporting Charlie's Promise, raising an incredible £21,000 in memory of Charlie Cosser, who tragically lost his life to knife crime aged just 17. Charlie would have celebrated his 21st birthday on 28 October 2026, inspiring our 21 for 21 Challenge – bringing our school community together to make a difference. From walking 21 kilometres and baking 21 cupcakes to reading 21 books, completing 21 acts of kindness or organising your own fundraising activity, there are so many ways to get involved! A huge well done to Olivia in Year 8, who has already been taking on 21 challenges, and to Miss Bowen, our Pastoral Assistant, for supporting our 21 Book Challenge. There are lots of exciting activities happening at The Abbey, including a Year 7 and 8 disco, Beat the Goalie, a sponsored 21km walk and our staff getting involved too! Want to support the campaign? You can: Donate £21 Take on your own 21 challenges Organise a fundraiser Help spread the word Every contribution, big or small, will help us work towards our £21,000 target and support Charlie's Promise in raising awareness of knife crime. Donate or set up your own fundraising page: https://www.charliespromise.org/ £21 EACH. £21,000 TOGETHER. Let's show what The Abbey School community can achieve when we come together for an important cause! #BeTheBestYouCanBe
Another fantastic day for our Golf Academy last week as our students took on the challenging championship course at Cuddington Golf Club! Since launching our programme less than a year ago, the number of students representing the Academy at competitions has trebled. This is a fantastic achievement and a real reflection of the team's progress, growing confidence and the talent of our players. There were some excellent scores across the team, with many players shooting below their handicap! Well done to everyone involved! #BeTheBestYouCanBe
Students from Ospringe C of E Primary School and Selling Primary School joined musicians from The Abbey School on Friday 9 October for an inspiring Music Explorers Day delivered by Kent Music. The day focused on samba performance, with students rehearsing and performing a range of exciting rhythms on instruments including clarinets, saxophones, keyboards, guitars and percussion. The event provided a wonderful opportunity for young musicians to collaborate, develop their performance skills and experience making music as part of a larger ensemble. The final performances were full of energy and featured impressive timing, confident ensemble playing and creative solo improvisations. We are grateful to Kent Music for leading such an engaging workshop and to all the students whose enthusiasm and commitment made the day such a memorable success. #BeTheBestYouCanBe
Where you can find us
Security Notice
Phishing email warning
If you have recently received an email from info@theabbeyschoolfaversham.co.uk with the subject line TheAbbeySchoolFaversham.PDF you should not click any links contained within the email and delete it immediately.
This is not a genuine email from the school. A mailbox account controlled by the school was recently compromised and used to stage an onward phishing attack.
If you have opened the email, clicked the link or entered any personal or logon information on subsequent web pages, we strongly recommend you reset any associated passwords as a precaution. We take the security of our systems seriously and have already taken action to further improve our cybersecurity measures.
We have also reported the breach of our system to the ICO: ICO Ref: IC-577877-K1S5
Open Mornings
Take a Tour of Our School!
Are you considering sending your child to The Abbey School in September 2027? Join us at our Open Mornings for a chance to see our school in action during the school day!
Date: Monday 5th & Wednesday 7th October 2026
Time: 9:30am-11am
What to Expect:
- Get a guided tour of our school grounds, and get a taste of the fantastic facilities we have on site
- Speak to our staff and students to hear about life at The Abbey School
- See our exciting curriculum in action as you visit some of our classrooms
Accessibility & Inclusivity:
We are committed to making The Abbey School accessible for all visitors. Our school offers step-free access and wheelchair-friendly pathways, and on-site parking, including accessible bays. If you have any access requirements for your visit, you can inform us using the application form, or by contacting our school office.
Come and see The Abbey School in action! Book a tour today and experience first-hand why we are the perfect choice for your child’s future.
The Abbey Ofsted Result
A Transformational Outcome!
We are proud to share our latest Ofsted Report, in which we have secured “strong standard” and “expected standard” gradings across almost all criteria! Ofsted, in their new framework, have recognised significant strengths in pupils’ personal development, wellbeing and post-16 provision.
Inspectors judged Personal Development and Wellbeing and Post-16 Provision to be Strong Standard, highlighting the school’s culture of care, high expectations, and effective preparation of students for life beyond school. The Pastoral Team was praised highly, with Inspectors commenting that "Pastoral support is a strength. Pupils trust staff to help them manage worries, and... feel safe and supported". Safeguarding was judged to be Met, confirming that arrangements are effective and that pupils feel safe, supported and confident to seek help when needed.
The inspection also confirmed that Curriculum and Teaching, Attendance and Behaviour, Inclusion, and Leadership and Governance are operating at the Expected Standard. Inspectors recognised a clear and ambitious curriculum, improving behaviour, secure safeguarding systems, and leadership that is reflective, purposeful and accurate in its self-evaluation. Inspectors noted that "the school has been through significant positive change" and that “Leaders demonstrate a deep commitment to their vision for further school improvement".
Sixth Form Prospectus
Update Coming Soon…
Our prospectus is currently being updated with the latest information about life at our Sixth Form.
If you have any questions in the meantime or would like further information about joining our Sixth Form, please get in touch with our Director of Sixth Form, who will be happy to help.
ncrouch@abbeyschoolfaversham.co.uk