Forest Gate Academy

URN: 138788 • Manchester M31 4PN

Overview

Name
Forest Gate Academy
URN
138788
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE DEAN TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Anita Edwards (since 2020) , Headteacher
Previous head
Katy Higginson, Headteacher
Telephone
01617754356
Website
Visit
Address
Daniel Adamson Avenue, Manchester M31 4PN

Summary

Forest Gate Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Manchester, Trafford, with a current enrolment of 228 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school operates under The Dean Trust, a Multi Academy Trust dedicated to providing high-quality education across Greater Manchester. The academy embraces the Every Child Matters Agenda, ensuring that each child's individual needs are met through a broad and enriched curriculum.

The school prioritises the social, emotional, cultural, and academic development of its pupils, fostering an environment where children are encouraged to become confident, independent, and resilient learners. With a focus on personal qualities such as friendship, kindness, and respect, Forest Gate Academy aims to empower students to make positive contributions to their own lives and the wider community.

The school day runs from 8:45 am to 3:15 pm, with additional provisions such as a breakfast club starting at 8:00 am. Forest Gate Academy is committed to maintaining high expectations and providing a supportive atmosphere for all students, ensuring they can strive for excellence and celebrate their successes.

Key details

LA
Trafford
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE DEAN TRUST
Capacity
210
Pupils
228
Boys
128
Girls
100
FSM %
56.60
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-12-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Greater Manchester

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 228 128 100 210 56.60
2024-09-11 208 114 94 210 59.00
2023-09-11 211 115 96 210 58.80
2022-09-11 211 115 96 210 58.80
2021-09-11 215 112 103 210 53.00
2020-09-11 224 111 113 210 42.00

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