Forest Town Primary School

URN: 151507 • Mansfield NG19 0ED

Overview

Name
Forest Town Primary School
URN
151507
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
NOVA EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
37.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Vanessa Farr (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01623477211
Website
Visit
Address
Forest Town Primary School, Clipstone Road West, Mansfield NG19 0ED

Summary

Forest Town Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, with a current enrolment of 319 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school is committed to creating a nurturing environment where every child feels they belong, can aim high, and succeed. The ethos of "Work Hard, Be Kind" is central to the school's approach, fostering both academic achievement and personal well-being.

The curriculum at Forest Town is designed to be engaging and challenging, encompassing a wide range of subjects including English, Maths, Science, and Modern Foreign Languages. The school also places a strong emphasis on enrichment opportunities, outdoor learning, and the development of life skills, preparing students to be responsible citizens in a changing world.

Community involvement is highly valued at Forest Town Primary, with a focus on building strong partnerships with families. The school encourages visits from prospective parents to experience the welcoming atmosphere and supportive community firsthand. The school’s vision is reinforced by core values that promote adventure, responsibility, kindness, perseverance, independence, and togetherness.

Key details

LA
Nottinghamshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
NOVA EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
319
Boys
168
Girls
151
FSM %
38.70
Open date
2025-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Nottinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 319 168 151 420 38.70

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