Abbey College Cambridge Celebration Brochure 2016/17

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Welcome to Abbey College Cambridge

I am often asked how our students achieve such amazing exam results and go on to join the UK’s best universities.

Our college is a family, brought together by a shared love of learning and a burning desire to achieve.

We take pride in being different from the rest. After all, how can you achieve the exceptional if you follow the most familiar path?

Your experience begins as soon as you are accepted to study with us. Every day that you are here we will challenge you to achieve your absolute best.

DR JULIAN DAVIES, PRINCIPAL

At every stage you will be supported by our outstanding staff, who place your success as their highest priority.

You will be joining a family that stretches out from Cambridge across the world. It is a family that you will remain part of for the rest of your life.

Results and destinations are just a part of our story. Our business is creating leaders, visionary scientists and mathematicians, and the next generation of successful entrepreneurs.

Our legacy is the impact that our students will go on to make in the world.

If you share our vision, read on.

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Our Vision for Excellence

‘We are a community energised by the love of learning and the pursuit of outstanding achievement for all.’

Every one of our students takes responsibility for their learning by attending every lesson, participating in class and collaborating with each other.

We understand that resilience and focus are needed to gain top examination grades. We continually assess our students’ progress, helping them take confidence in their strengths and work harder to improve their weaknesses.

Our students achieve a healthy balance of study and social time. They engage with the college on all levels; from lessons to clubs, sports and activities.

‘‘Over half of our students join members of the ‘Russell Group’

of elite UK universities.’’

Our students all have one ambition in common, to study at one of the world’s best universities.

They take every opportunity to learn beyond the curriculum, taking full advantage of the opportunities and support we provide.

They explore the culture and diversity that Cambridge has to offer. Attending lectures, visiting museums, galleries and the theatre.

United by the English language, they make friends from different cultures and achieve outstanding results together.

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ANDREI KANAVALAU BELARUS

‘‘The teachers are knowledgeable, open-minded, and really care about their students. They have provided me with great advice on choosing a university and in understanding what universities are looking for.’’

Andrei completed his GCSEs and achieved four A* grades in his A levels at Abbey College Cambridge. He is now studying Chemical Engineering at the University of Cambridge.

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Our students stand out from the crowd. Their achievements have helped to establish us as the top independent college in Cambridge, and one of the very best in the UK.

From the moment you are accepted to study with us you will begin our ‘Abbey Advantage’ pre-study reading programme.

The programme gives you a real insight into studying here. It helps you to prepare, and builds your confidence ready for the start of term.

When you arrive in Cambridge we will quickly make you feel part of our Abbey family. Every day we will work with you to first define and then achieve your ambitions.

Whether your dream is to study at Oxbridge, to be a doctor, a lawyer or a dentist, we offer specialist preparation and support programmes designed to give you the best chance of success.

Get the Abbey Advantage

‘‘Our Abbey Advantage reading programme gives

you a real insight into studying here.’’

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SHI LIANGCHAO CHINA

“The teaching is excellent. Teachers were very helpful and supportive, especially with my UCAS application and academic preparation for university. Receiving all of my offers from different universities was very exciting and one of my favourite memories.”

After achieving two A* and four A grades in his A levels, Liangchao is now studying Mathematics at the University of Cambridge.

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Study in Cambridge

Cambridge is a fusion of the everyday and the extraordinary, a place that has shaped our history and continues to make its mark on our future.

For over 800 years, the city has been home to the renowned University of Cambridge; it is consistently voted as one of the world’s best.

We are privileged to have close links with the university, and can offer our students access to its institutes, departments and colleges.

In the past we have organised scientific internships at university laboratories and meetings with admissions tutors.

Cambridge is quiet, safe and very beautiful. There is an enormous range of cultural, sporting, leisure and entertainment opportunities within the city and the surrounding countryside.

It is a hub for cutting edge research and development. Technology start-ups, entrepreneurs, and established global giants such as Apple, Microsoft, ARM and Hewlett Packard all have bases here.

Central London is 45 minutes away by train. The nearest international airport is just 30 minutes by train or car. European capitals such as Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels can also be accessed from the city centre.

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An Inspiring Campus

‘‘Our campus has been designed to perfectly fit the learning needs of our students.’’

An outstanding college needs an outstanding campus.

A place to inspire and nurture success, to socialise and live in comfort. A place that feels like home.

Features of our Cambridge campus include:• 120 ensuite boarding bedrooms

on-site, and a further 130 rooms within a 5 minute walk

• 12 state-of-the-art science laboratories

• 42 classrooms equipped with the latest teaching technology

• Library, 2 dedicated music studios and a brand new art facility

• Restaurant serving all student meals

• On campus coffee bar

• Fully equipped gym and sports hall

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In 2014 the Office for Standards in Education, Children’s Services and Skills (Ofsted), the government run body that inspects UK schools, awarded Abbey College Cambridge its very highest status of ‘Outstanding’ in all seven categories of assessment.

To be awarded the status of ‘Outstanding’ in all categories is an incredibly rare achievement for any UK school. It reflects the incredibly high standards of teaching and care which we deliver for all of our students.

Cambridge’s ‘Outstanding’ International College

‘‘We specialise in teaching students who do not speak

English as a first language.’’

Here is what Ofsted had to say about us;

For ‘Students’ Achievement’. ‘Students achieve excellent results in external examinations. Students make exceptional progress in a range of Mathematical and Science subjects.’

For ‘Students’ Behaviour and Personal Development’.‘Students demonstrate exemplary attitudes to learning and engagement in lessons.’

For ‘Quality of Teaching’. ‘The quality of teaching is outstanding and never less than good.’

For ‘Students’ Welfare, Health and Safety’.‘The provision for the welfare, health and safety of students is outstanding and all the regulatory requirements are met. The needs of students of compulsory school age are extremely well met.’

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TUAN DUONG NGUYEN VIETNAM

“With its friendly atmosphere, and supportive and attentive teachers, Abbey College Cambridge has helped me to become more independent. The teachers have helped me to realise my strengths and weaknesses so that I can achieve my goals.”

After achieving one A*, two A and one B grade in his A levels, Tuan Duong is now studying Management at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).

’Conclusion’. ‘Having been rated as delivering an ‘outstanding quality of education’ in the previous Ofsted inspection, Abbey College Cambridge yet again demonstrates the continuity of excellence that is the distinguishing feature of the school.’

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University of Cambridge

Name Country Grades Achieved University Course

Andrei Kanavalau Belarus

Chemistry A*Mathematics A*Further Mathematics A*Physics A*

Chemical Engineering

Liangchao Shi China

Economics AMathematics A*Further Mathematics A*Further Mathematics (Additional) APhysics A

Mathematics

University College London

Ying Chen ChinaAccounting (Advanced) AMathematics A*Further Mathematics A

Information Management for Business

Xinyan Fan China

Chemistry CMathematics A*Further Mathematics A*Physics A

Mathematics and Statistical Science

Huiling Hong ChinaMathematics A*Further Mathematics APsychology B

Psychology

G5 GROUP UNIVERSITIES

Our students progress onto some of the UK and the World’s top universities.Here are the results and destinations of our 2015 graduates.

Student Results and Destinations 2015

A LEVEL GRADUATES

Jiashu Hu China

Mathematics A*Further Mathematics A*Further Mathematics (Additional) APhysics A

Civil Engineering

Tao Huang China

Economics AMathematics A*Further Mathematics A*Further Mathematics (Additional) APhysics B

Mathematics and Statistical Science

Wentao Archie Wei China

Chemistry AMathematics A*Further Mathematics A*Physics B

Computer Science

Arthur Dijoux France

Chemistry AEconomics AMathematics A*Further Mathematics A

Economics

Phomsavanah Bounvilay Laos

Mathematics A*Further Mathematics APhysics B

Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Minh Duc Duong Ukraine


Economics

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Imperial College London

Yuxuan Gu China

Mathematics A*Further Mathematics A*Further Mathematics (Additional) A*Physics A

Mathematics with Statistics

Huo Chong China


Civil Engineering

Jianfu Liiu China

Chemistry AMathematics A*Further Mathematics A*Further Mathematics (Additional) APhysics A*

Physics with Theoretical Physics

Yumeng Chris Liu ChinaChemistry AEconomics APhysics A

Chemistry

Thai Son Dang Vietnam

Economics AMathematics A*Further Mathematics A*Further Mathematics (Additional) APhysics A*

Computing

Nam Phuong Do Vietnam

Economics AMathematics A*Further Mathematics A*Physics A*

Computing

London School of Economics and Political Science

Yuchao Gong China


Actuarial Science

Xuan Lin China

Economics AMathematics A*Further Mathematics A*Physics A

Economics

Chin Ter Chang MalaysiaEconomics AHistory A*Physics A*

Law

Qin Hwee Andrea Tan Malaysia

Business Studies AEconomics A*English Literature A

Management

Suet Wei Tiong MalaysiaAccounting AEconomics AHistory A

History

Tuan Duong Nguyen Vietnam

Economics BMathematics A*Further Mathematics APhysics A

Management

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RUSSELL GROUP UNIVERSITIES

University of Bristol

Name Country Grades Achieved University Course

Amin Farjadi Iran


Mechanical Engineering

Cardiff University

Vanessa Yeo MalaysiaBiology AChemistry APhysics A

Medicine

Durham University

Chun Yuen Fung China

Economics CMathematics A*Further Mathematics APhysics A

Business & Management

University of Edinburgh

Yaqin Cao China


Economics with Finance

Dan Lei ChinaEconomics CMathematics AFurther Mathematics B

Economics with Finance

Li Ann Lim MalaysiaEconomics A*History A*Physics B

Architecture

Serena Sery Yong Malaysia

Chemistry BMathematics A*Further Mathematics BFurther Mathematics (Additional) BPhysics B

Computer Science

University of Exeter

Paloma Marsolo ItalyBiology AChemistry BMathematics A

Biological Sciences

King’s College London

Siew Mei Emily Lim MalaysiaBiology AChemistry AMathematics A

Biomedical Science

Zi Qi Loo MalaysiaBiology BChemistry AEconomics A

Biomedical Science

Jasmine Wen Ling Tang Malaysia

Economics A*English Literature BGovernment & Politics A*

Law

Triz Kitilimtrakul ThailandEconomics A*Mathematics A*Further Mathematics A

Computer Science

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RUSSELL GROUP UNIVERSITIES

University of Manchester

Zonghao Huang ChinaChemistry CMathematics AFurther Mathematics B

Environmental Management

Haoyang Wang ChinaChemistry AMathematics APhysics B

Chemistry

Luyao Xie ChinaBusiness Studies BMathematics A*Further Mathematics B

Management

Wanqi Zhou ChinaChemistry AMathematics A*Further Mathematics A

Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry

Newcastle University

Melissa Ai Zhen Lee MalaysiaBiology AChemistry BEnglish Literature A

Medicine

Chrole Oo Myanmar

Biology A*Chemistry A*Mathematics A*Further Mathematics A*

Medicine

Terence Ming Kwan Chin

United Kingdom

Biology A*Chemistry A*Mathematics A*Physics A*

Medicine

Queen Mary, University of London

Tina Papados Greece

Business Studies CEnglish Literature AGovernment & Politics A*History C

Politics

University of Warwick

Qing Chang China


Data Science

Haochi Ding ChinaBiology BChemistry BPhysics A

Biological Sciences

Xia Hua China

Economics BMathematics A*Further Mathematics A*Physics A

Electronic Engineering

Zhisheng Qi China


Economics

Qiaochui Zhou China

Economics AMathematics A*Further Mathematics APhysics A

Economics

Ifeoma Vania Nwakalor Nigeria

Economics A*Government & Politics BHistory A

Law

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OTHER A LEVEL DESTINATIONS

Bangor University

Name Country University Course

Bingchun Du China Psychology

Birkbeck, University of London

Shenghan Huang China Molecular Biology

Naomi Lee Malaysia International Political Economy

Jian Wei Tan Malaysia Accounting and Finance

Columbia (Barnard)

Napas Vongkusolkit Thailand N/A

Gap year

Shaojin He China Gap year

Fatin Nabila Mohd Zaini Malaysia Gap year

Middlesex University

Antonio Tonev Bulgaria Law

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland

Manjula Vijayasekaran Malaysia Medicine

Royal Holloway, University of London

Bicheng Zhang China Mathematics

St George’s, University of London

Youngjun Kim Korea Biomedical Science

Trinity College, Dublin

Charmaine Ng Singapore Medicine

University for the Creative Arts

Kaihui Zhang China Fine Art

University of Aberdeen

Sofya Yambaeva Russia Petroleum Engineering

University of Bath

Huapu Li China Pharmacology

Jihang Liu China Statistics

Jinwen Zhang China Civil Engineering

Amanda May Li Ho Malaysia Physics

University of Brighton

Thaneswari Karpanasamy Malaysia Biomedical Science

University of Derby

Liviu-Stefan Mihalcescu Romania Law

University of East Anglia

Amal Ruslan Malaysia Business, Economics and Management

University of Essex

Jialing He China Management Economics

Yuchai Liao China Management Economics

Muiz Banire Nigeria Law

University of Lancaster

Eaint Myat Anna Mon Myanmar Biological Sciences (Neuroscience)

University of Northampton

Zinyi Hung Malaysia Economics

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OTHER A LEVEL DESTINATIONS

University of Reading

Siqi Cheng China Accounting and Management

University of Surrey

Tien Cong Nguyen Vietnam Economics

University of Sussex

Duy Kien Nguyen Vietnam Business

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Aston University

Name Country University Course

Oghenefejiro Macauley Nigeria Law with Management

Birmingham City University

Mustaphah Ahmed Kawu Nigeria Business and Management

City University London

Ruihan Li China Accounting and Finance

Yuewei Qin China Business Studies

Kok Wee Teo Malaysia Banking and International Finance

Thuc Anh Nguyen Vietnam Banking and International Finance

Coventry University

Zhihao Wen China Business Management

Durham University

Chun Yuen Fung China Business & Management

Yuxun Li China Chemistry (Industrial)

Edinburgh Napier University

Chungyang Li China Business Management

Royal Holloway, University of London

Ruikang Wu China Accounting and Finance

Sivakorn Korn Pithayanukul Thailand Entrepreneurship and Management

University of Bath

Oluwatosin Jegede Nigeria Biomedical Science

Obianuju Hope Okonkwo

United Kingdom Biomedical Science

INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION PROGRAMME GRADUATES

University of Birmingham

Osazuwa Okunsebor Nigeria Business Management

Ahmed Tumsah Nigeria Electronic and Electrical Engineering

University of Essex

Tair Kuralbayev Kazakhstan Accounting and Finance

University of Exeter

Zhennghan Zhao China Materials Engineering

University of Leeds

Wing Lam Lai Hong Kong Management

University of Manchester

Siqian Xiao China Modern Languages and Business Management

Nottingham Trent University

Jiawei Wu China Furniture and Product Design

Oxford Brookes University

Blerina Sala Albania Biomedical Science

University of Reading

Subsovisal Ieng Cambodia Economics

University of Surrey

Fatjon Doko Albania Civil Engineering

University of Sussex

Ziqing Tan China Accounting and Finance

University of Warwick

Soo Il Kwoon Korea Civil Engineering

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PHOMSAVANAH BOUNVILAY LAOS

“Abbey Cambridge provided me with the opportunity to take part in the Education Engineering Scheme. I worked with ARM (the world’s leading semiconductor intellectual property supplier) throughout the year, gaining valuable experience in subjects that I wished to study at university. I loved working with my four team members, and I was thrilled when we won the Gold Crest Award.”

Phomsavanah achieved A*, A and B in his A levels. He is now studying Engineering at University College London.

IFEOMA NWAKALOR NIGERIA

‘‘Abbey College Cambridge provides the opportunity to take part in many clubs, so I had sufficient extra-curricular activities to show that I was a well-rounded individual on my university application. The school also organises many events such as the May Ball, which was a truly wonderful night!.’’

Ifeoma achieved two A* and a B grade for her A levels, she is now studying Law at the University of Warwick.

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TERENCE MING KWAN CHIN UNITED KINGDOM

‘‘As head of the Student Council it has been my pleasure to lead an organisation that represents the voice of the school, and makes a positive impact on the school community’’.

Terence achieved four A* A level grades at Abbey College Cambridge. He is now studying Medicine at Newcastle University.

PENG KAIXING CHINA

“I like studying with all my classmates and the friendly atmosphere at Abbey College Cambridge. My best memory was visiting Alton Towers with students in my year group, we had great fun!”

Kaixing gained four A* and four A GCSE grades. She is now continuing her studies at A level.

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NICHOLAS TAM MALAYSIA

‘‘My journey towards university via Abbey College Cambridge has been both fascinating and rewarding. Academic guidance from an experienced team of subject tutors, lively and engaging in-class discussion and essential self-study provided a conductive environment to challenge myself to excel.’’

Nicholas achieved four A* A level grades at Abbey College Cambridge. He is now studying Mathematics at the University of Cambridge.

AYE MOH MOH OO MYANMAR

“Volunteering at a hospice confirmed my choice to become a good and compassionate doctor in the future. I hope to return to my country once I have completed medical school and help people in rural areas.”

Aye Moh Moh gained four A* A level grades. She is now studying Medicine at Newcastle University.

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AMIN FARJADI IRAN

“Abbey Cambridge is a very friendly community. During my 18 months here I have learned a lot from my friends. We not only help each other with our studies, but we have discussions and so learn of the perspective of different cultures.”

Amin achieved four A* grades in his A levels. He is now studying Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bristol.

MANJULA VIJAYASEKARAN MALAYSIA

‘‘Classes are small with a low student to teacher ratio. Teachers make sure that we understand the topics and we are not just memorising facts. In science classes we approach learning in an experimental way.’’

Manjula achieved an A and three B grades for her A levels. She is now studying Medicine at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.

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Our Courses

We offer A levels, International Foundation Programme and GCSEs.

Studying on our A level or International Foundation Programme offers a direct route into top UK universities.

GCSE courses represent the first stage on the path to university.

Many of our students join us to study GCSEs. After completion they move on to our A level or International Foundation Programmes before progressing on to university study.

Grades A* A*-A A*-B

Abbey 29% 61% 82%

UK Average

8.5% 26% 53%

Abbey College Cambridge 2015 pass rates

Grades A* A*-A A*-B

Abbey 23% 43% 63%

UK Average

7% 22% 44%

GCSE

A levels

International Foundation Programme: Destinations of past students• Aston University

• University of Bath

• Durham University

• University of Essex

• University of Exeter

• University of Leeds

• University of London

• University of Manchester

• University of Sussex

• Swansea University

• University of Warwick

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We know that living in a welcoming, comfortable and safe environment whilst you study is vital to achieving academic success.

We offer 250 student rooms within a five minute walk of our campus. Accommodation options include boarding, living with a local host family, halls of residence, or living independently.

All our accommodation is of a high standard. Ofsted has awarded our boarding facilities its highest ranking of ‘Outstanding’ in every category of assessment.

Our Accommodation

Halls of Residence: Accommodation options• Single ensuite bedroom

• Single bedroom with shared bathroom

• Twin ensuite bedroom

• Single ensuite apartment with mini kitchenette

• Self-catered single bedroom

Services available• Full and Half Board catering

• Continental breakfast provided daily

• Evening meal provided daily

• Live-in house parents

• Wifi

• Secure gated access

• Communal areas

• CCTV in operation and security on-site

• Laundry room

• Secure bicycle storage

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Experience a summer of our teaching excellence before your course starts.

Get ahead of your studies at Abbey College Cambridge whilst settling in to college life, experiencing English culture and having a great time.

In this six week programme we prepare you for the subjects you will be studying when the academic term starts in September.

Summer School

You will be taught by teachers from Abbey College Cambridge who specialise in your chosen subjects.

We will also focus on improving your academic and general English skills ready for the start of term.

But it’s not all work, you will get to visit some amazing places and take part in regular social and sporting activities as part of the school programme.

Last summer we visited the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace and the University of Cambridge. We watched the Lion King musical in London’s West End and adventure trekked in the tree tops of the UK’s largest pine forest.

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A £250 student registration fee and £2,000 deposit are payable in advance. The deposit will be used to cover the cost of any additional items, such as school trips, books and other costs.

Accommodation feesA £250 per student accommodation registration fee is payable in advance of the accommodation booking. This fee is non-refundable.

On-Campus Boarding (Abbey House, Full Board) ---------------------£19,000

Off-Campus Boarding (Half Board) ------------------------- £14,500 to £17,000

Halls of Residence (Self-Catered, Half Board) ----------- £12,225 to £19,600

Lodging/Home Stay -------------- ------------------------ £175 to £230 per week

Premium Home Stay ---------------------------------------- Up to £350 per week

Our Fees

Course feesA levels 2 year A level programme (Sep 2016 – Jun 2017)

Lower Sixth, first year (AS level) ------------------------------------------- £27,300

Upper Sixth, second year (A2 level) -------------------------------------- £27,300

Eighteen month A level programme (Jan 2016 – Jul 2017) Lower Sixth (AS level) ------------------------------------------------------- £23,250

Upper Sixth (A2 level) ------------------------------------------------------- £23,250

International Foundation Programme (Sep 2016) -------------------- £27,300

GCSE 1 year programme (6 subjects) per year -------------------------------- £25,250

2 year programme (8+ subjects) per year ------------------------------ £22,100

Academic English (per term) ------------------------------------------------ £7,250

‘Welcome to England’ Summer School ---------------------------------- £5,250 (Inclusive of all tuition, trips and full board accommodation)

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