The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Inadequate by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 7.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2017
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
7.9
35.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.65
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
3% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 14–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 37
- Capacity
- 37%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Worcestershire
- Head
- Mr Jeff Smith (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksAdditional inspection
10 official reports linked on this page, including 9 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Standard inspection: Inadequate
November 2017 | Inspection
Monitoring inspection
May 2013 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
November 2012 | Inspection
Monitoring inspection
January 2012 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
May 2011 | Inspection
Monitoring inspection
June 2010 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
November 2009 | Inspection
Standard inspection
November 2006 | Inspection
Standard inspection
November 2000 | Inspection
Location
253 Wells Road, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 4JF
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMalvern Wells CofE Primary School
Primary · Very close
The Downs, Malvern College Prep School
Independent · 2.1km away
The Elms School
Independent · 2.2km away
Colwall CofE Primary School and Nursery
Primary · 2.3km away
Malvern Wyche CofE Primary School
Primary · 2.4km away
Welland Primary School
Primary · 2.8km away
Questions parents ask
Is Abbey College in Malvern a selective school?
No. Abbey College in Malvern is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Abbey College in Malvern's Ofsted rating?
Abbey College in Malvern was rated Inadequate at its most recent inspection in July 2018. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Abbey College in Malvern?
Abbey College in Malvern currently has 37 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Abbey College in Malvern take?
Abbey College in Malvern caters for pupils aged 14 to 19.
Where is Abbey College in Malvern?
Abbey College in Malvern is in Malvern, WR14 4JF, in the Worcestershire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Abbey College in Malvern have a sixth form?
Yes, Abbey College in Malvern has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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