Forres Sandle Manor School
URN: 116519 • Fordingbridge SP6 1NS
Overview
- Name
- Forres Sandle Manor School
- URN
- 116519
- 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
- 52.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Howe (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01425653181
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sandle Manor, Fordingbridge SP6 1NS
Summary
Forres Sandle Manor School (FSM) is an independent day and boarding school located in Fordingbridge, Hampshire, catering to boys and girls aged 2 to 16. Set within 35 acres of picturesque grounds on the edge of the New Forest, FSM offers a holistic education that emphasizes both academic success and character development. The school prides itself on maintaining small class sizes, with an average of fewer than 15 pupils per class, ensuring that each child receives personalized attention and support.
The curriculum at FSM is designed to foster a love of learning and encourage curiosity, resilience, and kindness among students. The dedicated staff bring a wealth of experience and passion, creating a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. In addition to academic pursuits, FSM provides a range of extracurricular activities, including music and sports, to enrich the educational experience.
Boarding provisions include weekend trips to local attractions, allowing pupils to bond and explore their surroundings. FSM's commitment to community and individual growth makes it a distinctive choice for families seeking a well-rounded education for their children.
The curriculum at FSM is designed to foster a love of learning and encourage curiosity, resilience, and kindness among students. The dedicated staff bring a wealth of experience and passion, creating a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. In addition to academic pursuits, FSM provides a range of extracurricular activities, including music and sports, to enrich the educational experience.
Boarding provisions include weekend trips to local attractions, allowing pupils to bond and explore their surroundings. FSM's commitment to community and individual growth makes it a distinctive choice for families seeking a well-rounded education for their children.
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- Academic (sen)
- Enrichment Programme (sen)
- Good To Know (sen)
- House System (sen)
- Wellbeing & Pastoral Care (sen)
- Trips and Excursions (sen)
- Seniors (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Treloar College (85.2)
- Treloar School (68.6)
- Glenwood School (67.8)
- Osborne School (66.6)
- New Forest School (65.9)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 199 | 111 | 88 | 276 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 170 | 104 | 66 | 276 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 136 | 84 | 52 | 276 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 136 | 84 | 52 | 276 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 139 | 86 | 53 | 276 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 159 | 92 | 67 | 276 | 0.00 |
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