2024
Abingdon School achieved 70.9% of GCSE passes at grades 9-8 and 86.4% at grades 9-7.
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Abingdon School
A leading independent day and boarding school for children aged 11-18, located in Oxfordshire.
Day fees
£28,500
Entry
Observation + InterviewSelective
Next deadline
Fri 30 Oct 202616+ registration closes
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Mike Windsor
Headmaster
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
1,270
Location
Abingdon, Vale of White Horse
Suburban setting
Day or boarding
Day and boarding
Age range
11 to 18
Religious ethos
Christian
Founded
1256
Entry points
4+, 11+, 13+, 16+
School buses
Yes
Bursaries
Up to 100% of fees
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Scholarships
Sport, Other, Art +5
A-level A*–A
77%
2024
GCSE 9–7
67%
2024
Overview
About Abingdon School
Abingdon School is a co-educational independent school for boys and girls aged 11 to 18 offering day, weekly and full boarding options. The school focuses on a holistic education combining academic excellence with co-curricular activities. From September 2026, the school welcomes girls into First Year and Sixth Form, and from 2028 into Third Year. The school offers financial help through free and subsidised places worth up to 100% of day fees.
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Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent co-ed senior school in Vale of White Horse for ages 11–18, day or boarding. Selective entry.
Best for
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
Watch-outs
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- Oct9Open dayNextInside Abingdon
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£28,500per year · Day · 2026-27
Inc. VAT £28,500VAT included7 years: £225,101
vs London avg (£24,000)19% above
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
Co-educational
Day and boarding
Prep School for ages 4-13
Over 150 co-curricular activities
Dedicated university admissions and career guidance
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
HockeyClimbingOxford Saints American Football ClubRugbyRowingRadley Athletics ClubCricketSquashWalking FootballNetballAbingdon Athletics ClubSwimming TeamAthleticsHockey Club
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American FootballFootball ClubCross CountrySwimmingFencingFootballCanoeingAbingdon Almost Athletic Walking Football Club
music
Chamber ChoirLower School Open Mic ClubLower School OrchestraBands and Popular MusicJazz BandBig BandJunior StringsChamber OrchestraChapel ChoirString QuartetAbingdon AcademicalsComposers’ WorkshopAbingdon School Choral SocietyConcert Band
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OrchestraChamber MusicMusic EnsemblesNational Youth ChoirNational Children's OrchestraChoir
drama
Drama / Theatre productionsFilm AcademyDrama productionsDrama
academic club
Russian ClubFilm UnitOxfordshire Academy of Broadcast Journalism WorkshopsEngineering ChallengeDebatingExtended Project Qualification (EPQ)The Martlet (student newspaper)Debating / Quizzical / Academic ClubsChinese Society / Language and Culture TripsScience ClubCREST Science Award Club
service
Duke of Edinburgh AwardDuke of Edinburgh (DofE)Combined Cadet Force (CCF)CCF (Combined Cadet Force)
other
Bell ringingFilm Making / Film UnitOther Half extracurricular programmeAdventure TripsCroquetBAFTA Young Game Designers
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
External Multi-Use Sports AreaTilsley Park (off-site)Boat HouseTilsley Park Sports and Athletics Ground (off-site)Sports Centre
arts
The PavilionAmey TheatrePavilionThe Amey Theatre
boarding
Boarding Houses
academic
Beech Court LibraryMulti-Faith Prayer RoomChapelYang Science Centre
wellbeing
The Chapel
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
Outcomes
89
of students were offered their firm choice university77%
A-level A*–A
67%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
8%
to Oxbridge (2025)
69%
to Russell Group
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 198 | 160 | 160 |
| Oxbridge | 16 | 16 | 19 |
| Russell Group | 137 | 102 | 102 |
| US Ivy | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Medicine | 7 | 9 | 9 |
Top universities (2025)
Oxford10
Cambridge6
Imperial College London4
Durham23
Bristol16
University College London (UCL)10
Loughborough6
Edinburgh11
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSEA Level
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
AlumniNotable alumni
Alumni
Notable alumni
Tom Hollander (actor)Michael York (actor)Sir Roger Bannister (athlete)Sir John Betjeman (poet)Chris Whitty (Chief Medical Officer)Andrew Mitchell (politician)Timothy Williamson (philosopher)Sir John Mason (diplomat)David Mitchell (comedian)
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RegulationInspection
Regulation
Inspection
ISI inspection, 2 Jul 2024
3 reports on file.
- Isi · Focused Compliance And Educational Quality Inspection10 May 2023Meets expectations
- Isi1 May 2023Excellent
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn8 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 16 Oct 2026–1 Nov 2026
Spring5 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 12 Feb 2027–21 Feb 2027
Summer20 Apr 2027 → 9 Jul 2027Half-term 28 May 2027–6 Jun 2027
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Abingdon School best for?+
Abingdon School suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
How much are the fees at Abingdon School?+
Day fees at Abingdon School are £9,500 a term in 2026-27 (£28,500 a year). Boarding fees are £19,375 a term in 2026-27 (£58,125 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Abingdon School?+
The next open day at Abingdon School is on 9 October 2026. Booking is usually required.
How does admissions work?+
Abingdon School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Abingdon School support SEND?+
Abingdon School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does Abingdon School take?+
Abingdon School takes pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Abingdon School a day or boarding school?+
Abingdon School offers both day and boarding places.
Is Abingdon School co-educational or single-sex?+
Abingdon School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Abingdon School?+
Abingdon School is in Vale of White Horse, OX14 1DE.
How do I contact admissions at Abingdon School?+
Contact Abingdon School by email at admissions@abingdon.org.uk or phone on 01235521563.
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