Every lesson, every day: how we teach at Abbey College Cambridge Great teaching should not depend on which classroom you happen to walk into. Andy Humphris, Vice Principal (Academic), explains the ethos behind learning at ACC, and the simple framework that brings it to life in every lesson. Ask any family what they hope for…
Abbey College Cambridge students are celebrating another year of exceptional university progression, with the vast majority securing places at the UK’s most prestigious institutions. Our 2026 destinations highlights the success of both A Level and Foundation Programme (FP) students, reflecting the College’s commitment to academic excellence, personalised support, and expert university guidance. A Level Student…
Abbey College Cambridge is delighted to congratulate Deniz, in Year 12, on receiving a Highly Commended award in the Science & Technology category of the prestigious John Locke Global Essay Prize. The John Locke Global Essay Prize is one of the world’s most respected academic essay competitions for school-aged students, attracting tens of thousands of…
Thursday 15th October 2026 at 10am BST Meet Ellen Hesse, Principal and some current students to discover more about the ambitous and suuportibe community at Abbey College Cambridge. VIRTUAL OPEN MORNING: BOOK YOUR PLACE
As Abbey College Cambridge prepares to welcome students back for the 2026/27 academic year, there is a real sense of excitement about the year ahead. From welcoming new students and strengthening our community to introducing new academic programmes, digital platforms and innovative approaches to learning, the new school year promises to be one of opportunity,…
Abbey College Cambridge is celebrating an outstanding set of GCSE results, with 76% of all grades awarded 9-6 and an amazing 93% of grades awarded 9-4. The school attained particularly impressive outcomes across its STEM subjects as well as in a broad range of academic disciplines. Students performed particularly well in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and…
Today we are celebrating the achievements of our high-performing students, following the announcement of this year’s exceptional A-level results, with a third of students achieving A*/A grades in all of their exams. The school’s academic performance continues to strengthen year on year. With nearly two thirds of all grades being A*/A and an impressive 91%…
Whether you’re feeling excited, nervous or somewhere in between, A Level Results Day is a significant milestone. After months of hard work and dedication, it’s time to discover your results and take the next step towards university and your future ambitions. The most important thing to remember is this: whatever your results, you have options….
So, your A-Level results are in – but they weren’t quite what you’d hoped for. It’s natural to feel disappointed, but don’t panic. You still have options, and one of the most effective is retaking your A-Levels. Whether you narrowly missed your university offer or you’re aiming higher next time around, retaking your A-Levels could…
Rain Wang Yu Tsoi, a Year 13 Art student at Abbey College Cambridge, has been shortlisted for the Norwich University of the Arts (NUA) Beyond the Frame 2026 Photography Competition, a remarkable achievement in a highly competitive international contest. This year, the competition attracted just under 700 entries from talented young photographers aged 11 to 19 from…