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...
Join us for our Year 11 Step Up Evening, where every student who attends will receive a bundle of English, Maths and Science revision guides worth at least £30. Plus four chances to win a £50 voucher! (images for illustration, these may change due to pathways studied or tiers) Students and parents will rotate through three practical workshops, learning how to use the guides effectively and prepare successfully for the November mock examinations. Complete all three workshops to enter our prize draw, with four £50 vouchers to be won! Wednesday 14 October 5:30–6:35pm Year 11 students should attend with a parent or carer. Please book your place here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=seJqziadYkaWa8FmyQmRLcoIO6TFTE1DqFs3ZnLMClpUNEhDOERUMFVEREpaMkpGU0s2VTlRT0VRRi4u&route=shorturl #BeTheBestYouCanBe
WOW! What a turnout! Thank you to everyone that joined us for our Open Evening yesterday. We welcomed around 300 families, and more than 700 people walked through our doors last night! There was a whole lot to see throughout our school buildings, including: An active volcano throughout the night Fire fun with methane bubbles Doctors through the ages Live dance, drama and music performances Taste tests, games and fresh baked goods Photo booth opportunities across the school Sporting activities and trials Smores and campfires with Freddie the dog A blast from the past for parents, with a display of our old school yearbooks ...and much, much more! We hope you all had a fantastic evening, and that you consider sending your child to The Abbey School next September. We would love to see you again soon. Miss out on the action? Keen to see more? We're holding two Open Mornings next week, where you can get a guided tour of our school grounds, speak to our staff and students about life at The Abbey School, and see our exciting curriculum in action! Monday 5th and Wednesday 7th October 9:30am-11am Book here: https://www.theabbey-that.org.uk/opendays
Latest Newsletter! Please click the link below to view our latest newsletter. https://www.theabbey-that.org.uk/_site/data/files/documents/newsletter/202627/AA9BB7EF828AE908BFBB5C52AA53D001.pdf Have a great weekend! #BeTheBestYouCanBe
Massive congratulations to Olivia L in year 8, who has already completed three challenges for our 21 for 21 fundraising for Charlie's Promise. As Charlie would have turned 21 on 28th October, Olivia has decided to take on 21 different fundraising challenges between now and then, finishing with a charity Halloween party on Charlie's birthday. She is already busy coming up with her own ideas for what those challenges could be. We are so proud of what Olivia has achieved and how she has put active citizenship into practice; setting a real example to other students in her year group and beyond. Olivia set herself the challenge of completing 21km this weekend – and she did it! Even more impressively, in just 24 hours she has already raised an incredible £434. Thanks also go to her step-sister, Maiya W H, who accompanied her on most of the walk. On Monday night Olivia also decided to bake 21 cookies for her second fundraising activity. Her and her mum are going to go to visit elderly neighbours with her cookies, and she hopes to raise even more money, as well as spending time with people in her neighbourhood. On Tuesday night, Olivia completed her 3rd and 4th challenge of planting 21 daffodils to remember Charlie by and also went to her neighbours to hand out the cookies to arrange tea dates. What a lot she has managed to pack into just 3 days! As we continue to develop active citizenship across the school this year, we encourage as many students as possible to follow Olivia's example and get involved in challenges. Please can you share your ideas with the school, and your parents and carers, so we can support you as much as possible, and keep a running total. We'll be keeping a fundraising leaderboard as the year progresses – and Olivia has certainly set the bar really high! #BeTheBestYouCanBe
Where you can find us
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".