Why Choose Our Independent Senior School

Many schools claim to have a family ethos, but Battle Abbey actually lives up to the promises on this front. The atmosphere is nurturing and supportive, the staff are friendly and approachable, and it is not unusual for pupils in Year 13 to have friends in Year 7. The boarders are an integral part of the school, and many form lasting friendships with the day pupils and each other. It is a place where the pupils are encouraged to be themselves and to discover their own individual talents. The Headmaster, David Clark, is an inspirational character who is taking the school from strength to strength, both academically and pastorally. He knows and understands all of the pupils, and gently guides and encourages them to be the best they can be. Our son joined the school in Year 9 and has flourished at Battle Abbey, and we would not hesitate in recommending the school to other families.

Please let us take the opportunity to thank the whole staff for the amazing work you do at Battle Abbey School! Since Asena has visited the school she carried out a really positive change at school and her thinking about learning. She was seen by you as an individual person , was promoted and encouraged. She has been shown new possibilities and has built up a strong family bond after a very short time. It is incredible for us as parents to see what school can cause. We cannot thank you enough for this positive experience our daughter made.

We are both thrilled with the experience they are having at the school….just the best decision we ever made. Every morning they are raring to go to school and hassling my wife to get ready and take them! During Jack’s short time at Battle Abbey we have noticed a huge change in him already and actually it has had a positive impact on the whole family. I just wanted to drop you a line to thank you and the staff for supporting Alice in her start at Battle Abbey. I can’t believe how she is settling and comes home buzzing with what she has done in the day.

Odin (and we as parents) has/have had the absolute best experience attending Battle Abbey this semester. I wanted to reach out and say a great thanks to you and all of your colleagues for the fantastic job that you are doing. The experience for Odin and Emmy have been exactly as great as we would have hoped for. Odin really enjoys both the school and the boarding. He called me this weekend, a week before he is about to go back to Sweden, and told me that he wants to go back to Battle Abbey. I’m not sure that you can get much higher grade than that. Over the semester he has constantly spoken very highly of so many teachers and staff at Battle. I know that he and Emmy really appreciated that your Head Master personally knows and greats all the children. That has been a very positive experience for them and I’m sure that him being that visible creates a positive atmosphere at the school. Odin and Emmy has not experienced anything similar at their previous schools. There are so many teachers that Odin takes time to talk to us about – in a way that we have not heard him do before. It really goes across the line and I only know the name of some of them but Mr Mercer, Mr & Mrs Perry, Spanish, Science, Math, ICT, Drama etc. You really have a fantastic team doing a really good job. We appreciate all the work that you have done and please feel free to pass this thank you note along.

The whole experience our daughter has had so far has surpassed my expectations in every respect. She is happy, confident and is making fantastic progress both academically and socially. I couldn’t wish for more.

It’s very difficult to put into so many words how we feel about the Abbey, however, after just one term it’s clear it was the best possible choice for my daughter’s senior school education. We are both delighted and every expectation has so far been exceeded.

The first and most obvious feeling we had upon starting at the Abbey is the feeling of family, a feeling of belonging and being part of something very special.

Battle Abbey has a holistic approach to education – it’s not all about results and attainment – it’s about shared experiences, doing your best and learning about the world at large. As a result, Battle Abbey seems to produce very engaging, well rounded kids and its a pleasure to be in their company.

You know the staff will endeavour to bring out the very best in your child and that the other parents there are seeking these same goals. The school listens and acts on points raised by students and parents. And of course the buildings and grounds create a sense of pride in the school and the history!

The atmosphere is lovely and the best thing is that my daughter loves coming to school — what more could a parent want !!

I chose Battle Abbey because I liked the friendly, approachable staff and the wonderful atmosphere of the school. The teachers really get to know the children and inspire them to achieve and be the best they can be.

The school has a great family atmosphere. The children really want to learn and are inspired to do so, and that makes all the difference.

The most important element of my daughter’s first term is how completely comfortable and at ease she has felt from the very beginning of the year. In fact, before she even started at the Abbey, she felt as though she really counts for who she is. This has given her a greater degree of confidence which has been reflected in her academic success. She has also found a very nice friendship group.

We have an incredibly happy child who enjoys all lessons and has made a super group of friends. She values relationships with all staff and cannot wait to get into school. (Year 7 parent)We have an incredibly happy child who enjoys all lessons and has made a super group of friends. She values relationships with all staff and cannot wait to get into school.

The school is excellent! My child has been at the school for 2 years. She recently left at the end of Year 11 due to financial constraints but has returned because the school offers care, attention, and she is known by her teachers, the Headmaster and all staff. This care and nurturing is simply not common in most schools.

Both of our boys love being at Battle Abbey. They have a strong sense of belonging and they are known by the teaching staff. We are very pleased with how they are doing and the level of support that they receive. We feel that the teaching team are doing an excellent job.

There is a warmth and family feel with a real sense of mutual respect between teachers and students. The school is instantly welcoming and engaging.

It’s an inclusive family! The school is warm, inviting and caring, with so much to offer every student at every level.

The school has a family feel, has good academic results and looks to develop the “whole” child rather than just focus on exam results.

We have been impressed with the leadership, accessibility of staff, the family atmosphere and pastoral support. Our son has gone from strength to strength since he joined the school and has a wonderful circle of friends across a number of years.