Although all our pupils are expected to fulfil their academic potential, the measure of our success cannot be judged by scholarly achievements alone. Indeed, it is their development as people that must be seen as the ultimate test.
We believe that the physical and mental disciplines of working together in a team are very important. Sport teaches the art of winning and losing with equally good grace, self-reliance and leadership, and the opportunities to compete are grasped by many of our pupils.
During school and after hours pupils are able to enjoy their sport, whatever their level and interest, with access to extensive playing fields, tennis courts, outdoor heated swimming pool, indoor multi-surface sports hall, squash courts, fitness unit and equestrian centre. We are constantly striving to raise aspiration in our pupils and recognise the positive influences that active sport professionals have on the development of young people. The benefits of utilising external coaching expertise is evident in both individual and team achievements across the sport curriculum at Abbotsholme.