Forestdale Primary School

URN: 133759 • Birmingham B45 0JS

Overview

Name
Forestdale Primary School
URN
133759
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Foster (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01214648659
Website
Visit
Address
Wareham Road, Birmingham B45 0JS

Summary

Forestdale Primary School is a community school located in Birmingham, catering to a mixed-gender population of 205 pupils, with a capacity of 236. The school prides itself on being inclusive, ensuring that all children have equal opportunities to thrive regardless of their background. The ethos is centred around promoting positive behaviour and creating an enjoyable learning environment that prepares students for future challenges.

The school has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to educational excellence. Forestdale emphasizes the importance of reading as a key to unlocking children's potential and encourages parental involvement in their children's learning. The staff is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive atmosphere, working closely with mental health support teams to address any barriers to student progress.

Community engagement is a vital aspect of Forestdale's approach, with strong partnerships between parents and the school being essential for student success. The headteacher, Mr. Foster, invites parents to visit the school and engage in discussions about their children's education, reinforcing the belief that every child has unique talents and strengths to be nurtured.

Key details

LA
Birmingham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
236
Pupils
205
Boys
100
Girls
105
FSM %
67.40
Open date
2003-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 205 100 105 236 67.40
2024-09-11 214 103 111 236 68.70
2023-09-11 210 106 104 236 67.40
2022-09-11 210 106 104 236 67.40
2021-09-11 218 113 105 240 62.40
2020-09-11 220 115 105 240 52.20

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