Getting to and from Abingdon Abingdon is set within 35 acres of beautiful grounds. Surrounded by plenty of green space, our boarders are provided with a peaceful home environment. 8 Abingdon is ideally placed for access to the University City of Oxford, central London and for international travel. The closest railway stations are Oxford and Didcot. Travel Times (by road): Oxford: 20 minutes London Heathrow: 1 hour London Gatwick: 1 hour 30 mins We assume parental permission for pupils to travel in vehicles driven by our staff, all of whom are fully covered by the school’s insurance. A Note on Staff Transport We want to ensure every journey for our boarders is as smooth as possible. For international students, parents should coordinate directly with their child’s guardian to arrange transport between the airport and the school. Please note that the school does not book taxis on behalf of pupils. If you aren't driving your child to school yourself, please do keep your child's Head of House in the loop regarding their travel plans - whether they are using public transport or catching a lift with a friend. Travel arrangements Location Many of our boarders enjoy the independence of having a bicycle at school. We provide locked bicycle sheds for secure storage. While we encourage pupils to explore the local area, we do ask that helmets are worn at all times for their safety. Bicycles As a general rule, boarders are not permitted to keep cars at school. However, we understand that unique situations arise. In exceptional circumstances, you may request permission from the Head of House. If approved: Keys must be kept by the Head of House between journeys. The car should only be used for commuting between school and home. Only the designated driver may use the vehicle; for safety and insurance reasons, they may not give lifts to other pupils. Cars for Sixth Formers
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