Forest Academy
URN: 136316 • Brandon IP27 0FP
Overview
- Name
- Forest Academy
- URN
- 136316
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- FOREST ACADEMY
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- April Grimes (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01842810309
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bury Road, Brandon IP27 0FP
Summary
Forest Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Brandon, Suffolk, with a current enrolment of 412 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment where children can develop a love for learning. The ethos of the academy centres around community, respect, and the cultivation of strong values, aiming to equip students with the skills necessary to become responsible citizens.
The curriculum at Forest Academy is designed to engage students across various subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, while also incorporating modern foreign languages and outdoor learning. The school follows the national curriculum and offers tailored support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all children receive the assistance they need to thrive.
In addition to academic support, Forest Academy emphasizes the importance of emotional well-being and resilience. The school encourages children to be resourceful and reflective learners, fostering a positive atmosphere where mistakes are viewed as opportunities for growth. This holistic approach aims to prepare students not only for academic success but also for their future roles in society.
The curriculum at Forest Academy is designed to engage students across various subjects, including English, Maths, Science, and the Arts, while also incorporating modern foreign languages and outdoor learning. The school follows the national curriculum and offers tailored support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all children receive the assistance they need to thrive.
In addition to academic support, Forest Academy emphasizes the importance of emotional well-being and resilience. The school encourages children to be resourceful and reflective learners, fostering a positive atmosphere where mistakes are viewed as opportunities for growth. This holistic approach aims to prepare students not only for academic success but also for their future roles in society.
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Nearby alternatives
- Glade Primary School (62.0)
- Lakenheath Community Primary School (58.7)
- Glade Academy (58.7)
- Weeting Church of England Primary School (56.1)
- Forest Community Primary School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Suffolk
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- FOREST ACADEMY
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 412
- Boys
- 210
- Girls
- 202
- FSM %
- 24.50
- Open date
- 2010-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Suffolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 412 | 210 | 202 | 420 | 24.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 424 | 225 | 199 | 420 | 20.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 448 | 248 | 200 | 315 | 21.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 448 | 248 | 200 | 315 | 21.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 419 | 233 | 186 | 315 | 19.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 421 | 231 | 190 | 315 | 18.80 |
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