Abingdon House School was inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate and received a 'Significant Strength' recognition, the highest accolade under the new framework, for leaders ensuring therapists work in highly effective partnership with staff to support pupils' learning successfully.
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Abingdon House School
Abingdon House School is an independent day school for children aged 7-19 with a range of unique learning profiles, providing a mainstream-style education with a specialist approach.
Day fees
£51,633
Entry
Taster Day + ObservationSelective
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Mr Rory Vokes-Dudgeon
Principal
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
107
43 girls, 105 boys
Location
South Kensington, Kensington and Chelsea
Urban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
7 to 19
Founded
2008
Entry points
7+, 11+, 13+, 16+
Nearest station
Gloucester Road
School buses
No
Learning support
SEN unit on site
Average class
10 pupils
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School day
8.30am to 3.30pm
Saturday school
No
Wraparound care
Available
Scholarships
Academic
GCSE 9–7
75%
2023
Overview
About Abingdon House School
Abingdon House School caters for pupils aged 7-19 across three campuses: Prep School in South Kensington (7-13 years), Senior School in Marylebone (11-19 years), and Purley campus (11-17 years). The school supports children with Autism Spectrum Condition, Specific Learning Difficulties (including dyslexia, dyspraxia), ADHD, social communication difficulties, and other associated needs. The school offers an integrated therapeutic education tailored to individual needs and follows the National Curriculum. It is a co-educational day school with no boarding provision. The school is not suitable for pupils whose primary needs are behavioural, require ABA-specific approaches, or are working below the national curriculum level. Classes are small, grouped by learning needs rather than traditional year groups, and the school aims to create meaningful outcomes for all students.
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Independent co-ed all-through school in Kensington and Chelsea for ages 7–19. Non-selective intake, top-tier London fees.
Best for
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 7–19) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
- Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
Watch-outs
- Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
Next entryRegistration open
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmedRegular group tours with up to three families at a time; booking required; slight delay due to demandGroup School Tours for Prospective Parents/Carers
- Mar23AssessmentPassedCReSTeD re-registration report
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£51,633per year · Day · 2026-27
Inc. VAT £51,633VAT TBC7 years: £407,813
vs London avg (£24,000)115% above
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
Integrated therapeutic education
Multidisciplinary specialist team
SEND Google Reference School
Personal Chromebook for every student
Small class sizes (~10 pupils)
Streamed groups by learning needs rather than traditional year groups
Flexible, personalised curriculum
Strong pastoral and mental health support
Regular multi-professional annual reviews
Extensive community and employer partnerships
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
Chelsea Football Club partnershipsCricketFitnessFootballHandballLondon Youth RowingPanathlon competitions (in partnership with The Panathlon Foundation)Panathlon Foundation competitionsRoundersRowing (in partnership with London Youth Rowing)SwimmingTchoukball
music
Music
drama
Drama
academic club
Cultural StudiesDuke of EdinburghFrench
service
Regular residential tripsSwimming lessonsVolunteering
other
Jewellery makingResidential Trips
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Games areasGym
academic
Specialist learning spacesTherapy rooms
wellbeing
Sensory room
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
Outcomes2023
100
pass rates in BTECEntry and Level 1 qualifications in English and Maths were successfully achieved by many students.
75%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| US Ivy | 0 |
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
Functional SkillsEntry Level CertificatesLevel 1Level 2GCSEBTECArts AwardASDAN
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
January 2025
Abingdon House School was inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). The inspection evaluated leadership and management, quality of education, and pupils’ physical and mental health and emotional wellbeing among other areas.
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Wellbeing
> I truly appreciate the dedication of the staff at AHS. Their commitment is second to none, and it’s clear they genuinely care about the wellbeing and success of every child. > Many aspects of the school’s curriculum help build pupils’ resilience, confidence, and self-esteem. Staff understand pupils’ needs well and intersperse lessons with, for example, a movement break, a calming activity, or a ‘happy zone’ as needed to support individuals’ emotional wellbeing. This helps them to tackle learning activities that develop their confidence and self-esteem. **Comprehensive Curriculum:** We have an ambitious curriculum that follows the National Curriculum and is enhanced with a strong focus on personal, life skills and social skills development. We employ a ‘stages not ages’ approach in line with the students’ level of progress and individual starting points, which supports our students’ ‘spiky profiles’. At Key Stage 4, we offer a range of qualifications and certifications that enables all students to achieve meaningful outcomes and equip them for their next stage of learning and career development. Outside of the national curriculum, students are also offered extensive enrichment opportunities to broaden their experiences, learn new skills and develop their strengths and passions.
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn7 Sept 2026 → 16 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring6 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer15 Apr 2027 → 16 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027
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FAQ
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What kind of child is Abingdon House School best for?+
Abingdon House School suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 7–19) rather than separate prep + senior; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment; Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
How much are the fees at Abingdon House School?+
Day fees at Abingdon House School are around £51,633 per year in 2026-27. Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Abingdon House School?+
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How does admissions work?+
Abingdon House School is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.
Does Abingdon House School support SEND?+
Abingdon House School has a dedicated SEN unit. Check the details with admissions.
What ages does Abingdon House School take?+
Abingdon House School takes pupils from age 7 to 19.
Is Abingdon House School a day or boarding school?+
Abingdon House School is a day school.
Is Abingdon House School co-educational or single-sex?+
Abingdon House School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Abingdon House School?+
Abingdon House School is in Kensington and Chelsea, SW7 5NL.
How do I contact admissions at Abingdon House School?+
Contact Abingdon House School by email at enquiries@abingdonhouseschool.co.uk or phone on 02037505526.
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