Filmed over the course of three days in the Summer Term of 2026, this film captures the breadth of life at Abbot’s Hill – from our youngest pupils in our Nursery, through the Prep School and into the Senior School, and covers academic lessons, co-curricular pursuits and the everyday life of the school.
We hope you enjoy watching it!
Our Autumn Co-Curricular Programme is packed with opportunities for pupils to discover new passions, develop their talents and try something completely different.
From sport, including swimming, gymnastics, lacrosse, netball, football, tennis, trampolining and cross country, to music and performance, with choirs, orchestras, ensembles, musical theatre, drama, dance and instrumental groups.
There are also plenty of opportunities for creativity, STEM and curiosity, including art, pottery, creative writing, coding, computing, LEGO, engineering, science and gardening.
Pupils can also develop their ideas, confidence and understanding through philosophy, current affairs, debating, history, eco club, wellbeing and much more.
From Breakfast Club and Outdoor Adventures in Prep, through to senior ensembles, squad swimming and specialist clubs, our co-curricular programme gives pupils the opportunity to explore interests beyond the classroom, discover new talents and develop skills for life.
There is so much to explore.
Come along to our Co-Curricular Fair on Wednesday 9 September at 2.30pm in the Sports Hall to find out more about the clubs and activities on offer this term.
What will you discover?
#CoCurricular #BeyondTheClassroom #SchoolLife #PupilOpportunities #AbbotsHillSchool
We’re delighted to finally share our brand new Abbot’s Hill school film with you.
Created to capture the breadth of life at Abbot’s Hill, the film takes you from the classroom to the playing field, from the stage to the science labs, and into the everyday moments that make our school community so special.
Rather than simply telling you about Abbot’s Hill, we wanted to show you what it really feels like to be part of our school. The energy, the opportunities, the friendships, the learning and, most importantly, the wonderful pupils at the heart of it all.
Filming took place across the school last June, and we’re sure many of our families will enjoy spotting themselves, their friends and their teachers on screen!
A huge thank you to everyone who gave their time, energy and enthusiasm, both in front of and behind the camera, to help bring this film to life.
We hope you enjoy watching it as much as we enjoyed making it.
#AbbotsHill #SchoolFilm #SchoolCommunity #LifeAtAbbotsHill #IndependentSchool
What a way to kick off the new school year!
This morning, we had the incredible excitement of launching our brand new school film to pupils across the school, and what a reaction! The red carpet was rolled out as pupils made their way to the theatre for the grand reveal, while our wonderful catering team provided popcorn for everyone to enjoy.
There was plenty of excitement as pupils watched the film and enjoyed spotting themselves and their friends on the big screen. It was wonderful to see their reactions and share such a special moment together as a school community.
Keep your eyes peeled this evening when the film is officially revealed to everyone. We can’t wait for you to see it!
#SchoolFilm #GrandReveal #RedCarpet #AbbotsHillSchool #NewStarts
The red carpet is down.
Something NEW is coming to Abbot’s Hill…
On Monday, we’ll be welcoming back all of our students and staff, new and returning, for the start of what promises to be an exciting new school year.
But before then… here’s a little glimpse of what we’ve been creating.
NEW Confidence.
Watch this space.
Monday starts something NEW.
#AbbotsHill #NewConfidence #WelcomeBack #NewBeginnings
World Challenge: Borneo 2026!
Over the summer holidays, 12 of our students from Years 9 to 11 travelled to Borneo for an unforgettable World Challenge expedition, accompanied by Miss Knatchbull, Miss Bliss and their World Challenge leader, Violette.
Across 16 days, the students immersed themselves in the culture, communities and incredible landscapes of Sarawak. From exploring Kuching and local markets, to trekking through the rainforest, staying in remote communities, learning traditional skills and eating plenty of delicious Malaysian pineapple!
The students also took part in a community initiative with an Iban community, helping with the construction of a new longhouse, sieving sand, picking pepper, planting trees and learning about traditional cooking, crafts and ways of life. They trekked to the river, cooked lunch over an open fire and shared wonderful experiences with members of the local community.
There were plenty of adventures along the way too, from seeing an orangutan at the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, to exploring caves, learning to cook local dishes, enjoying cultural performances and experiencing the Kuching Food Festival.
Perhaps most importantly, the students developed independence, resilience, teamwork and confidence. They took responsibility for managing money, time, food and group organisation, tackled challenges far outside their comfort zones and supported one another throughout.
From bucket showers and mosquito nets to rainforest treks, tropical storms, new friendships and unforgettable sunsets, this was certainly a trip they will never forget.
A huge thank you to Miss Knatchbull and Miss Bliss for giving so much of their time, energy and care to the trip, supporting the students through every challenge and helping to make this experience so special. Thank you also to Violette and all of the wonderful local guides and communities who made the journey possible.
We are incredibly proud of everything our students achieved and the way they embraced every challenge, experience and opportunity along the way.
What an adventure!
#AbbotsHillSchool #WorldChallenge #Borneo #GlobalLearning #StudentAdventure
Congratulations to the Abbot’s Hill Class of 2026, who have worked incredibly hard over the last couple of years and who today are celebrating their impressive GCSE achievements. More than a third of students achieved the top tier Grade 9 in at least one of their subjects and a solid 41% of grades achieved were Grade 9-7 - around double the national average.
Head, Sharon Schanschieff said “We are super proud of the progress our students have made, particularly those who have outperformed their baseline assessments. It demonstrates the importance of having a clear focus, unwavering resilience and a strong work ethic. Thanks to our dedicated teachers for the ongoing commitment and support they have shown our students. Today is a special moment in our students’ educational journey and we are excited about what their next chapter holds”
Students are moving on to a wide variety of Sixth Forms and colleges, undertaking a broad range of A levels and other qualifications with the most popular subjects being Psychology, Biology, History and English Literature.
We wish you all nothing but happiness and success and look forward to welcoming you back to school as proud Abbot’s Hill alumnae !
#gcseresults #classof2026 #gcse2026 #congratulations🎉🎉
As you get ready to receive your GCSE results tomorrow, remember just how far you’ve come.
Whatever the results may bring, you should be incredibly proud of the hard work, resilience and determination you have shown throughout Year 11.
Take a deep breath, believe in yourselves and remember that tomorrow is just the beginning of your next adventure.
We’re so proud of you, Year 11, and we can’t wait to see where your journey takes you.
#AbbotsHillSchool #Year11 #GCSEResults #GoodLuck #ProudOfYou
As part of Enrichment Week, our Year 8 pupils enjoyed an exciting trip to London. They took in spectacular views of the capital from the London Eye before putting their teamwork, problem-solving and communication skills to the test at The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience.
It was a great day out, with plenty of challenges, laughs and opportunities to work together.
#AbbotsHillSchool #EnrichmentWeek #Year8 #LondonTrip #Teamwork
