Forest School
URN: 106385 • Altrincham WA15 6LJ
Overview
- Name
- Forest School
- URN
- 106385
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 44.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Graeme Booth (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01619804075
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Moss Lane, Altrincham WA15 6LJ
Summary
Forest School, located in Altrincham, Trafford, is an independent co-educational institution catering to children aged 2 to 11. With a current enrollment of 217 pupils and a capacity of 218, the school aims to provide a nurturing and stimulating environment that encourages academic excellence and personal growth. The ethos of the school emphasizes the importance of happiness in learning, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported.
The curriculum at Forest School goes beyond the National Curriculum, focusing on a well-rounded education that prepares students for entrance examinations to independent secondary schools, including a strong emphasis on the 11+ preparation. The school prides itself on nurturing diverse talents in areas such as sports, music, and the arts, alongside academic pursuits.
Forest School fosters a sense of community and collaboration, with initiatives like the School Council, which empowers students to voice their opinions on various aspects of school life. The school also features a newly refurbished nursery, enhancing early years education with a focus on outdoor learning and emotional well-being.
The curriculum at Forest School goes beyond the National Curriculum, focusing on a well-rounded education that prepares students for entrance examinations to independent secondary schools, including a strong emphasis on the 11+ preparation. The school prides itself on nurturing diverse talents in areas such as sports, music, and the arts, alongside academic pursuits.
Forest School fosters a sense of community and collaboration, with initiatives like the School Council, which empowers students to voice their opinions on various aspects of school life. The school also features a newly refurbished nursery, enhancing early years education with a focus on outdoor learning and emotional well-being.
Useful links
- HEAD’S WELCOME SCHOOL CALENDAR NURSERY (sen)
- Open Events (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Policies and Procedures (other)
- Terms and Conditions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Request a Prospectus (other)
- Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 217 | 109 | 108 | 218 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 210 | 113 | 97 | 202 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 193 | 104 | 89 | 202 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 193 | 104 | 89 | 202 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 196 | 107 | 89 | 202 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 196 | 100 | 96 | 202 | 0.00 |
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