Forest Way School
URN: 120354 • Coalville LE67 4UU
Overview
- Name
- Forest Way School
- URN
- 120354
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lynn Slinger (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Warren Hills Road, Coalville LE67 4UU
Summary
Forest Way School is a community special school located in Coalville, Leicestershire, dedicated to supporting the holistic needs of its students. The school’s vision, "Thrive at Forest Way," emphasizes the importance of placing each learner at the heart of its educational approach. Staff members are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where every child can feel valued and happy.
The school operates on a structured day lasting 6.5 hours, during which a tailored curriculum is delivered to meet the diverse needs of its mixed-gender student body. The leadership team, including the Executive Headteacher and various phase leaders, work collaboratively to ensure high standards of teaching and learning, while also fostering a strong sense of community among students, parents, and staff.
Parents are considered integral to the school community, and the school encourages open communication to support each child's development. With a focus on aspiration and individual growth, Forest Way School aims to provide a supportive environment where all students can thrive.
The school operates on a structured day lasting 6.5 hours, during which a tailored curriculum is delivered to meet the diverse needs of its mixed-gender student body. The leadership team, including the Executive Headteacher and various phase leaders, work collaboratively to ensure high standards of teaching and learning, while also fostering a strong sense of community among students, parents, and staff.
Parents are considered integral to the school community, and the school encourages open communication to support each child's development. With a focus on aspiration and individual growth, Forest Way School aims to provide a supportive environment where all students can thrive.
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Nearby alternatives
- Forest Way School (64.4)
- Grace Dieu Manor School (49.6)
Key details
- LA
- Leicestershire
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2012-02-29
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Leicestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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