GEORGE ABBOT SCHOOL in Surrey, Guildford

Education Centre Information: George Abbot School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Surrey
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 30/06/2011
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Total Pupils: 1950
Number of boys: 981
Number of girls: 969
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Mixed
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Special Educational Needs:

SEN Priority 1:VI - Visual Impairment

Background:

Situated in Burpham area of Guildford; describes itself as 'a forward-looking and dynamic school whose reputation has been built by a dedicated staff, committed parents, and a supportive community'. Has admitted both boys and girls since 1976, when two schools amalgamated. Several building projects in recent years, including upper-school information centre, sports hall built in conjunction with Surrey County Crciket Club, and a Year 7 block (which accommodates English). Also considerable investment in ICT. Strong curriculum; notable in creative arts. Wide range of extra-curricular activity; some students perform at county or national level in range of sports. Support for partner schools: £10,000 raised for partner school in South Africa; winners of Times Eudcational Supplement 'Make the Link' award for secondary schools. Specialist visual arts college status from 2001. Over-subscribed, with 1.3 applications per place. Designated recommending body for graduate teacher programme. International School award. Sportsmark; Artsmark Gold; Investor in People status; DfES achievement award; Leading Edge status; training school status. Ethos: 'Traditional modern curriculum; friendly, focused, high-achieving community'.