New Forest Small School Ltd
URN: 136112 • Lyndhurst SO43 7BU
Overview
- Name
- New Forest Small School Ltd
- URN
- 136112
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 49.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alex James (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02380284415
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 1 Southampton Road, Lyndhurst SO43 7BU
Summary
New Forest Small School Ltd, located in Lyndhurst, Hampshire, is an independent school catering to children aged 3 to 16. Established in 1994, the school prides itself on providing a child-centred education within a nurturing and supportive environment. With a current enrolment of 65 pupils and a capacity of 77, the school maintains small class sizes to foster individual attention and personal growth.
The school's educational philosophy emphasises creativity, diversity, and self-expression, aiming to develop each child's academic, social, and emotional skills. The curriculum is designed to optimise learning through context and holistic assessments, ensuring that each child's unique abilities are recognised and nurtured. Additionally, the school is part of the Early Years Funding Scheme, offering 15-30 hours of fully funded education for eligible children.
Community involvement is integral to the school's ethos, with a strong emphasis on pastoral care and parental engagement. The school encourages prospective families to visit and experience its unique environment, highlighting its commitment to fostering a close-knit community where every child can thrive.
The school's educational philosophy emphasises creativity, diversity, and self-expression, aiming to develop each child's academic, social, and emotional skills. The curriculum is designed to optimise learning through context and holistic assessments, ensuring that each child's unique abilities are recognised and nurtured. Additionally, the school is part of the Early Years Funding Scheme, offering 15-30 hours of fully funded education for eligible children.
Community involvement is integral to the school's ethos, with a strong emphasis on pastoral care and parental engagement. The school encourages prospective families to visit and experience its unique environment, highlighting its commitment to fostering a close-knit community where every child can thrive.
Useful links
- Governance Advisory Board (governance)
- Essential Info (sen)
- SEND & Learning Support (sen)
- Annual Events (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- The New Forest Small School (other)
- Fees & Admissions (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Clay Hill School (52.6)
- Coxlease School (48.7)
- Home Farm School (40.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 65 | 35 | 30 | 77 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 61 | 31 | 30 | 77 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 76 | 35 | 41 | 77 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 76 | 35 | 41 | 70 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 69 | 30 | 39 | 70 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 74 | 30 | 44 | 70 | 0.00 |
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