The Forest View Academy
URN: 143886 • Newark NG22 9RJ
Overview
- Name
- The Forest View Academy
- URN
- 143886
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE FORGE TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ruth Harrison (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01623860365
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Walesby Lane, Newark NG22 9RJ
Summary
The Forest View Academy, located in Newark, Nottinghamshire, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 206 pupils, serving a capacity of 240. As part of The Forge Trust, the academy is committed to fostering a strong work ethic among students, encapsulated in its motto, "Labor Omnia Vincit" (hard work conquers all). The school aims to equip children with the confidence and skills necessary to contribute positively to society.
The curriculum at Forest View Academy is designed to provide meaningful cross-curricular learning opportunities across all National Curriculum subjects. Emphasis is placed on creativity, individuality, and enjoyment, ensuring that students are engaged and motivated in their learning. Additionally, the school prioritises the development of essential skills in Mathematics and English to prepare pupils for their future educational journeys.
With a significant percentage of pupils (41.3%) eligible for free school meals, the academy is dedicated to supporting its diverse community. The staff are focused on high standards of achievement and provide a range of extra-curricular activities to enrich the educational experience.
The curriculum at Forest View Academy is designed to provide meaningful cross-curricular learning opportunities across all National Curriculum subjects. Emphasis is placed on creativity, individuality, and enjoyment, ensuring that students are engaged and motivated in their learning. Additionally, the school prioritises the development of essential skills in Mathematics and English to prepare pupils for their future educational journeys.
With a significant percentage of pupils (41.3%) eligible for free school meals, the academy is dedicated to supporting its diverse community. The staff are focused on high standards of achievement and provide a range of extra-curricular activities to enrich the educational experience.
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Key details
- LA
- Nottinghamshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE FORGE TRUST
- Capacity
- 240
- Pupils
- 206
- Boys
- 98
- Girls
- 108
- FSM %
- 41.30
- Open date
- 2017-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Nottinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 206 | 98 | 108 | 240 | 41.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 219 | 107 | 112 | 240 | 41.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 223 | 103 | 120 | 240 | 30.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 223 | 103 | 120 | 240 | 30.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 232 | 112 | 120 | 240 | 29.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 227 | 108 | 119 | 240 | 22.00 |
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