Welcome
Dear Abbot’s Hill Community, Abbot’s Hill is a school with a unique personality. Founded over 100 years ago to educate young women of character, the school places great value on the development of the individual. High expectations for all sit at the heart of this proudly inclusive environment. Unstuffy and authentic, our pupils are happy and engaged and, quite simply, happy pupils learn best. Those lucky enough to come here will develop the self-awareness and strength of character to go out into the world and make a positive difference, understanding that the real impact is felt when courage and kindness combine. The events of the past two years, through the Covid-19 pandemic, have show this to be the case. I have spent much time finding the Covid silver-linings. We have been able to reflect on who we are and set out an agreed set of values, bringing all this together under a new strategy which I look forward to sharing with you. Despite the disruption, our staff have ensured that many and various opportunities have continued to be provided here. From the sports field to the rapidly adaptated school productions and concerts; through the leadership opportunities and academic enrichment programmes such as inspired; whether working with our partner schools in the local community or helping to supervise our youngest pupils as part of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Abbot’s Hill has continued to offer something for everyone and indeed has expanded its provision. Returning to some sense of normality this September has reminded us all of our pride in what we do and the strength we have when we are together. Finding out who you are has never been so much fun. Kathryn Gorman, Head
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