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The Abbey School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

The Abbey School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Farnham, Surrey , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 157 pupils, and a capacity of 170 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

157

Pupils

170

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

The Abbey School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Abbey School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Surrey. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 92% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Surrey before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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The Abbey School — School Information

Full address
Menin Way, Farnham, GU9 8DY
Local authority
Surrey
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
42% of pupils
DfE URN
146255

Other Not applicable Schools in Farnham

If The Abbey School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Farnham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Abbey School

Is The Abbey School oversubscribed?

The Abbey School is operating close to its capacity of 170 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Abbey School?

Admission to The Abbey School is managed by Surrey. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does The Abbey School cover?

The Abbey School is a not applicable school in Farnham, Surrey, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Abbey School?

The Abbey School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.