Forest Moor School
URN: 148332 • Harrogate HG3 2RA
Overview
- Name
- Forest Moor School
- URN
- 148332
- Type
- Academy special sponsor led
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dave Roberts (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01423779232
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Menwith Hill Road, Harrogate HG3 2RA
Summary
Forest Moor School is a mixed academy special school located in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, with a current enrollment of 103 pupils and a capacity of 123. The school operates under the Wellspring Academy Trust, which is dedicated to enhancing educational outcomes and life chances for students in the Yorkshire and Humber region. The Trust emphasizes ethical practices, collaboration with local authorities, and a commitment to continuous improvement across its schools.
The school’s ethos is built on being open, honest, supportive, and nurturing, ensuring that all students receive the care and guidance they need. Forest Moor School has recently been rated as 'Good' by Ofsted in all key areas, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, and personal development, reflecting its commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.
With a significant percentage of pupils (59.20%) eligible for free school meals, Forest Moor School is focused on addressing the diverse needs of its community. The school provides tailored support to enhance student well-being and academic achievement, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive. For more information, visit their website at [forestmoor.org.uk](https://forestmoor.org.uk/).
The school’s ethos is built on being open, honest, supportive, and nurturing, ensuring that all students receive the care and guidance they need. Forest Moor School has recently been rated as 'Good' by Ofsted in all key areas, including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, and personal development, reflecting its commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.
With a significant percentage of pupils (59.20%) eligible for free school meals, Forest Moor School is focused on addressing the diverse needs of its community. The school provides tailored support to enhance student well-being and academic achievement, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive. For more information, visit their website at [forestmoor.org.uk](https://forestmoor.org.uk/).
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- North Yorkshire Local Offer (sen)
- Calendar & Term Dates (calendar)
- Services & Children’s activities in North Yorkshire (download)
- Half Term 6 Newsletter (download)
- Menu (other)
- Skip to content (other)
- Policies (other)
- 01423 779 232 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Henshaws College (55.7)
- Springwater School (51.0)
- Strive for Education (50.9)
- Springwell Harrogate (50.9)
- Ashville College (48.1)
Key details
- LA
- North Yorkshire
- Age range
- 9 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- WELLSPRING ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 123
- Pupils
- 103
- Boys
- 88
- Girls
- 15
- FSM %
- 59.20
- Open date
- 2021-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-06
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 103 | 88 | 15 | 123 | 59.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 98 | 86 | 12 | 104 | 56.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 75 | 66 | 9 | 53.30 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 75 | 66 | 9 | 53.30 | |
| 2021-09-11 |
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