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
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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...
YEAR 11 HALF-TERM REVISION IS UNDERWAY! 🌟 What a fantastic start to our October half-term revision workshops at The Abbey School! We've had a great turnout today for our Drama, Dance, Science and Photography sessions. It's brilliant to see so many Year 11 students giving up some of their holiday to invest in their GCSE success! A huge thank you to our dedicated staff who are giving up their time to support our students ahead of the November mock examinations. WHO'S JOINING US TOMORROW? Tuesday 20 October Science – 10.00am–12.00pm and 12.30pm–2.30pm Media – 10.00am–12.00pm and 12.30pm–2.30pm IT – 10.00am–12.00pm and 12.30pm–2.30pm Dance – 10.00am–12.00pm and 12.30pm–2.30pm Remember, every session is another opportunity to build confidence, strengthen knowledge and get one step closer to achieving your GCSE goals. Keep up the fantastic effort, Year 11! We're proud of your commitment! #BeTheBestYouCanBe
Christmas Card Competition! Design your very own Christmas card for the chance to win a £25 shopping voucher! The winning design will: Win a £25 shopping voucher! Become the official Howard Academy Trust Christmas card, sent to all staff. Be featured in our Term 2 Trust Newsletter. Deadline: 3 November 2026 at midday Please use the whole box provided for your design and create it in portrait. Hand your completed entry to your school office. Good luck! We can't wait to see your festive designs! #BeTheBestYouCanBe
The Abbey School is seeking to recruit a leader with a strong pastoral and behaviour specialism to raise achievement, develop staff and drive whole-school improvement. Join the Senior Leadership Team and contribute to the strategic development of the school. Lead on behaviour and pastoral provision, promoting high expectations and positive student outcomes. Be part of a forward-thinking and inclusive Trust. If you share our passion for providing the best for every child, we would love to hear from you. 📍 Location: Faversham, Kent 📅 Start: April 2027 🔗 Apply now: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/149893/EDV-2026-AS-27381
Don't miss the deadline! If your child is starting secondary school in September 2027, remember that applications close on Saturday, 31st October 2026. Make sure to list The Abbey School as your first choice to help secure your place. 💻 Applications can be made via your local authority website. We can't wait to welcome you to The Abbey community next year. #AbbeySchool #TheAbbeySchool #FavershamSchools #SwaleSchools #SecondaryAdmissions #ApplyNow
Where you can find us
Sixth Form Open Evening
Thursday 26th November
Our Sixth Form Open Evening for our September 2027 cohort will take place on Thursday 26th November 2026.
On arrival at our Open Evening, you will be welcomed to our Canteen and Library building, where you will get the chance to:
Speak to our staff and current Sixth Form students to learn about life at The Abbey School
Hear about our A-Level and vocational curriculum
Learn more about our Football and Golf Academies
You will then be welcomed into the Main School Hall to hear more from members of our SLT about our Sixth Form:
6pm: Sixth Form Talk
6:30pm: Football Academy Talk
We'd love to welcome you to The Abbey School, and show you what our Sixth Form has to offer!
Half Term Break!
19th - 30th October
We hope all our students and families have a fantastic half term break!
Enjoy a well-deserved rest and spend some quality time with family and friends. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to The Abbey School on Monday 2nd November.
Important information for half term:
Phone lines: Our phone lines will be switched off from 2.30pm (Friday 16th October) and will remain off until we return after the break.
Contacting the school: If you need to get in touch, please email info@abbeyschoolfaversham.co.uk. Please note that the mailbox will be monitored periodically.
School site: The school site will be closed to all families and visitors for the duration of the half term break.
Have a lovely half term everyone!
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