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Abbey School for Exceptional Children

Abbey School for Exceptional Children, Cheshire West and Chester
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Abbey School for Exceptional Children

10-12 Abbey Square, Chester, CH1 2HU

An independent special school in Chester.

Other independent special school
Pupils
108
Ages
4-19
Capacity
150

Inspected by ISI, not Ofsted

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Exam Results

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
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Progress 8?
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9-7 Grades
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Basics 9-5
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Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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About Abbey School for Exceptional Children

Abbey School for Exceptional Children is a secondary school in Cheshire West and Chester. According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 27 responses), 82% of parents would recommend this school. The school has around 108 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: 10-12 Abbey Square, CH1 2HU | More schools in Cheshire West and Chester

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Frequently asked questions about Abbey School for Exceptional Children

What do parents say about Abbey School for Exceptional Children?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 27 responses): 82% of parents would recommend Abbey School for Exceptional Children.
Where is Abbey School for Exceptional Children located?
Abbey School for Exceptional Children is a secondary school in Cheshire West and Chester (CH1 2HU).
How many pupils attend Abbey School for Exceptional Children?
Abbey School for Exceptional Children has around 108 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Abbey School for Exceptional Children with other schools?
View Abbey School for Exceptional Children's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Cheshire West and Chester.