At Abbey College Cambridge, academic ambition and personal fulfilment go hand in hand. We believe that exceptional exam results are best achieved by students who enjoy a balanced lifestyle – one that nurtures intellectual curiosity, creativity, wellbeing, and confidence. Central to this philosophy is our comprehensive Enrichment Programme, which plays a vital role in shaping…
For this Abbey College Cambridge alumnus, studying BSc Politics and International Relations at the London School of Economics (LSE) has been an eye‑opening journey into the ideas, theories, and global issues shaping our world today. Now entering his second year, he has explored everything from the foundational political thought of Plato and Aristotle to the…
Year 9 student, Charles gave us his thoughts on Cambridge is Our Classroom, and how Abbey College Cambridge helps him through it. “As a Year 9 student, part of the youngest year group in the school. The “Cambridge Is Our Classroom” program has one of the most unique parts of my experience at Abbey College Cambridge so far. I have noticed…
From Abbey College Cambridge to Imperial Innovation For Abbey College Cambridge alumna Viola, the journey from A Levels to the cutting edge of biomedical science has been defined by curiosity, independence, and the confidence to ask big questions. Now entering her second year studying Medical Biosciences at Imperial College London, Viola reflects on her first…
Ellen Hesse, Principal of Abbey College Cambridge, recently represented the College at Understanding Race Across Cultures, a round‑table event hosted by the University of Cambridge Judge Business School. Bringing together leaders from education, business and academia, the discussion explored how race is understood across different cultural contexts and what this means for organisations committed to…
What Is Abbey Inspires? Abbey Inspires is a unique programme that enhances both academic and personal development through a wide range of evening lectures. These sessions offer students the rare opportunity to learn from some of the world’s leading thinkers, delivered in the inspiring and historic surroundings of the University of Cambridge. This experience enables…
Abbey College Cambridge came alive with rhythm and colour during our recent Noche de los Muertos Music Concert, an event that brought together students, staff, and even local parents for an unforgettable evening of performance and celebration. The concert theme, “Day of the Dead”, was chosen to reflect the many festivals of remembrance and commemoration…
Engineering the Impossible Dedicated and forward-thinking students from Abbey College Cambridge recently organised and delivered a dynamic Student-Led Engineering Conference, welcoming students from schools across the region for this eagerly anticipated occasion. Participants from The Leys, St Bede’s, and Landmark International School joined Abbey College Cambridge students at our Homerton Gardens campus, forming a vibrant…
On Saturday 18th October, staff member Erica and students Daniel and Kim took to the skies in a thrilling charity skydive to raise funds for the Royal Papworth Charity. Their courageous leap from 13,000 feet was not just a personal challenge – it was a powerful act of support for one of the UK’s leading…
Dr Ellen Hesse, Principal, talks about the importance of wellbeing and the holistic approach that is centre to the ethos here at Abbey College Cambridge. Wellbeing plays a vital role in our lives, and in recent years, people have become increasingly aware of the need to strike the right balance between work, study, home commitments,…