What does Barking Abbey do?

Barking Abbey School is a large, non-selective co-educational secondary school located in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham. Established in 1922, it has a rich history as one of England's first co-educational grammar schools. The school serves students aged 11-18 and operates across two sites, accommodating over 2,300 pupils, including a Sixth Form of more than 400 students. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum for secondary education, leading to GCSE qualifications, and provides A Levels, BTEC, and EPQ in the Sixth Form. Barking Abbey School is recognized for its specialist focus on sports and humanities, featuring a Basketball Academy for elite training. The school emphasizes academic excellence and character development through its BEST habits program, which fosters self-discipline, independence, and confidence among students.