The Forest School
URN: 139853 • Wokingham RG41 5NE
Overview
- Name
- The Forest School
- URN
- 139853
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE FOREST SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Shirley Austin (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01189781626
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Robin Hood Lane, Wokingham RG41 5NE
Summary
The Forest School, located in Wokingham, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 927 students, against a capacity of 1,450. The school is committed to providing an inclusive education that aims to exceed national standards. Headteacher Ms. Shirley Austin emphasizes a culture of excellence, encouraging students to aspire to elite achievements in various fields, including academics and extracurricular activities.
The curriculum at The Forest School is designed to be rigorous and engaging, with a strong focus on subjects such as Business and Economics, delivered by specialist teachers. The school also promotes a well-rounded education through various activities, including STEM initiatives and sports programs, fostering both academic and personal growth among students.
With a Free School Meals percentage of 12.20%, The Forest School aims to support all students, ensuring that they feel safe, respected, and prepared for future challenges. The school actively encourages community involvement and offers opportunities for parents to engage through open events and tours. For more information, visit their website at http://www.forest.wokingham.sch.uk/.
The curriculum at The Forest School is designed to be rigorous and engaging, with a strong focus on subjects such as Business and Economics, delivered by specialist teachers. The school also promotes a well-rounded education through various activities, including STEM initiatives and sports programs, fostering both academic and personal growth among students.
With a Free School Meals percentage of 12.20%, The Forest School aims to support all students, ensuring that they feel safe, respected, and prepared for future challenges. The school actively encourages community involvement and offers opportunities for parents to engage through open events and tours. For more information, visit their website at http://www.forest.wokingham.sch.uk/.
Useful links
- Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- 27 Oct Autumn Half T (calendar)
- 23 Oct Autumn Term 1 (calendar)
- 16 Oct Y13 Parents E (calendar)
- 16 Oct Barton on Sea (calendar)
- 20 Oct Brave Minds A (calendar)
- 21 Oct 6th Form Open (calendar)
- 21 Oct Y10, 11 Macbe (calendar)
- 13 Oct Open Morning (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- The Holt School (79.4)
- The Holt School (70.2)
- St Crispin's School (67.6)
- The Emmbrook School (63.6)
- The Emmbrook School (63.5)
Key details
- LA
- Wokingham
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE FOREST SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1450
- Pupils
- 927
- Boys
- 844
- Girls
- 83
- FSM %
- 12.20
- Open date
- 2013-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-07-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 927 | 844 | 83 | 1450 | 12.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 791 | 773 | 18 | 1450 | 11.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 581 | 577 | 4 | 1164 | 8.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 581 | 577 | 4 | 1164 | 8.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 586 | 584 | 2 | 1164 | 7.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 728 | 708 | 20 | 1164 | 5.90 |
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