Forwards Centre

URN: 142702 • Bolton BL2 5DX

Overview

Name
Forwards Centre
URN
142702
Type
Academy alternative provision converter
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE BOLTON IMPACT TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christopher Fielding (since 2025)
Telephone
01204333660
Website
Visit
Address
Stephens Street, Bolton BL2 5DX

Summary

Forwards Centre is an alternative provision academy located in Bolton, catering to primary-aged children who have been excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream schools. With a current enrolment of 41 pupils and a capacity of 64, the centre focuses on creating a calm and supportive environment where positive relationships between staff and students are paramount. Each class is limited to a maximum of nine children, ensuring personalised attention and support.

The curriculum at Forwards Centre is tailored to address individual learning needs, with staff working closely with each pupil to identify and bridge gaps in their education. The centre employs individual provision maps to help overcome barriers to success, and each child is assigned a key worker to facilitate communication between home and school. The centre also coordinates additional support services for families, fostering a collaborative approach to education.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Forwards Centre’s ethos, with regular meetings for families to promote open communication and involvement. The centre is part of the Bolton Impact Trust, which comprises several academies dedicated to supporting children with diverse needs, ensuring that every child receives the opportunity for a fresh start and a successful educational journey.

Key details

LA
Bolton
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE BOLTON IMPACT TRUST
Capacity
64
Pupils
41
Boys
36
Girls
5
FSM %
80.50
Open date
2016-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-02-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 41 36 5 64 80.50
2024-09-11 40 36 4 40 70.00
2023-09-11 27 25 2 40 66.70
2022-09-11 27 25 2 40 66.70
2021-09-11 19 17 2 52.60
2020-09-11 39 36 3 38.50

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