ABOUT Aims and Ethos Though proud of its considerable successes, Abingdon enjoys a down-to-earth atmosphere that stems from being a school that knows itself well, does not seek to be what it is not and eschews the flashy, the false and the arrogant. There is a constant eye on innovation to reflect the needs of a rapidly-changing world but the school is also careful not to dispense with the traditional where tried and tested practice proves still to be the most effective. While Abingdon is certainly academically selective and vigorously promotes the life of the mind, academic achievement is far from being the sole criterion either for entry or for success whilst at the school. The choice of title for our formidable extra-curricular programme – the Other Half – symbolises the importance to the school of nurturing well-rounded boys and our belief that the development of their skills and characters is of equal importance with their academic progress and achievements. We offer exceptional facilities but recognise that the success of the Foundation rests upon the quality of our staff, so we recruit and develop highly qualified colleagues of diverse talents and strong commitment. We value our powerful links with the wider community and nourish them through active and effective partnerships; this includes our commitment to keeping access to an Abingdon education as wide as possible. Underpinning all that the school does is a remarkably strong pastoral system. The house and tutor structure anchors dayboys and boarders alike with a powerful sense of belonging and ensures they are known individually and feel genuinely and personally supported by a range of people in their journey towards adulthood. Michael Windsor, Headmaster About An Introduction to Abingdon Meet the Headmaster Why Abingdon? Aims and Ethos Senior Leadership Team Governors Inspection Reports Virtual Tour Policies and Statements Facilities School History Abingdon School in Partnership Working towards a Sustainable Future A culture of consideration and kindness Our focus is on wellbeing Where Next? Why Abingdon? Senior Leadership Team NEWS ● 26 NOV 2021 Water Polo vs Harrow Get in touch Abingdon School Park Road Abingdon Oxfordshire OX14 1DE +44 (0)1235 521563 Abingdon School: A company limited by guarantee. Registered in England and Wales Company No. 3625063. Registered Office: Abingdon School, Park Road, Abingdon, OX14 1DE Registered Charity No. 1071298. Quick Links Parent Portal Vacancies and Employment Prospectus Fees and Insurance Visit Abingdon and online booking Pastoral Care Boarding Introduction to Admissions Policies and Statements Aims and Ethos Events and Online Booking © ABINGDON SCHOOL 2021 ● DATA PROTECTION ● COOKIES ● WEBSITE TERMS AND CONDITIONS WEB DESIGN BY TWK