Haydon Abbey School and Pre-School
99%
Capacity
536
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Haydon Abbey School and Pre-School
Haydon Abbey School and Pre-School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Buckinghamshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 536 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 540 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Haydon Abbey School and Pre-School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Ashleigh Ferdinand, it falls under Buckinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 26% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13417th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 134th out of 137 in Buckinghamshire.
Haydon Abbey School and Pre-School is a popular choice with families — it received 141 applications for 58 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 51 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Haydon Abbey School and Pre-School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Tennis, Rounders, as well as clubs including Science Club, Art Club, Eco Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Buckinghamshire, Haydon Abbey School and Pre-School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Weedon Road, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP19 9NS |
| Headteacher | Ashleigh Ferdinand |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 536 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.5% |
| School Capacity | 536 / 540 (99% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (26%)
13417th of 13,686
Nationally
2000th of 2,034
In South East
134th of 137
In Buckinghamshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
26%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
33%
'23/24
26%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
141
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
51 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Weedon Road, Aylesbury
Buckinghamshire, HP19 9NS
Journey to School
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