Forest Town Primary School
URN: 130255 • Mansfield NG19 0ED
Overview
- Name
- Forest Town Primary School
- URN
- 130255
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 44.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Donna Chambers (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Forest Town Primary School, Clipstone Road West, Mansfield NG19 0ED
Summary
Forest Town Primary School is a mixed community school located in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, with a current enrolment of 359 pupils out of a capacity of 420. The school prioritises a nurturing environment where every child feels they belong, aiming to foster a sense of community and support among students and families. The ethos of "Work Hard, Be Kind" underpins the school's approach to education, encouraging students to develop academically and socially.
The curriculum at Forest Town is designed to be engaging and challenging, covering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and Modern Foreign Languages. The school also offers enrichment opportunities and makes use of its extensive grounds to enhance learning experiences. Additionally, the school is committed to supporting the well-being of its students, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and confidence to become responsible citizens.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (40.10%), Forest Town Primary School actively works to create an inclusive environment that addresses the diverse needs of its community. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits to foster strong partnerships between families and staff.
The curriculum at Forest Town is designed to be engaging and challenging, covering a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and Modern Foreign Languages. The school also offers enrichment opportunities and makes use of its extensive grounds to enhance learning experiences. Additionally, the school is committed to supporting the well-being of its students, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and confidence to become responsible citizens.
With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (40.10%), Forest Town Primary School actively works to create an inclusive environment that addresses the diverse needs of its community. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits to foster strong partnerships between families and staff.
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Key details
- LA
- Nottinghamshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 359
- Boys
- 171
- Girls
- 188
- FSM %
- 40.10
- Open date
- 1996-02-06
- Close date
- 2024-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Nottinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 359 | 171 | 188 | 420 | 40.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 359 | 171 | 188 | 420 | 40.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 403 | 189 | 214 | 420 | 34.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 403 | 189 | 214 | 375 | 34.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 403 | 190 | 213 | 375 | 31.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 416 | 201 | 215 | 375 | 27.00 |
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