Forest School

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Altrincham, WA156LJ Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
Moss Lane
Timperley
Altrincham, WA156LJ

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
106385
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Independent
Address
Moss Lane, Timperley, Altrincham, WA15 6LJ
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Capacity
218 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

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Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
210

Calculated Fields

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size
10 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
21
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
210 pupils
2-11

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Be the best that you can be"

Well-mannered and Kind Engaged and Enthusiastic Positive and Curious Respectful and a Team Player

Head Teacher's Message

Headmaster Graeme Booth emphasizes a balance of academic excellence with strong pastoral care, believing that happy children learn best and that every child should feel important and valued within a collaborative, successful learning environment.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Science clubs Sports clubs Arts clubs Languages clubs Yoga clubs

Sports

Hockey Tennis Orienteering Athletics Rounders Cricket Tag rugby Football Lacrosse Baseball Dodgeball

Facilities

Library corner Art table Outdoor area Challenge corner Art Room Art Studio Music Room Chromebooks Interactive whiteboard Standalone Nursery building School hall Bathroom facilities Astroturf playground School field Netball courts Computer suite Library

Curriculum Highlights

11+ preparation including non-verbal and verbal reasoning practice tests and introduction of multiple-choice questions Exposure to 11+ style papers through GL Assessment from Year 3 to Year 6 English and Maths long-term curriculum plans (LTPs) with cross-curricular foundations Reading Quest and Monster Phonics programmes for reading and spelling TT Rockstars for mental maths and regular timed practice SCARF-based PSHE and Relationships curriculum integrated across subjects Specialist teaching in Art, Music, French, PE and Games; weekly swimming from Year 1 upwards Peripatetic music tuition and opportunities to perform in assemblies and concerts

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wraparound care is available from 7:30am to 6:00pm (Reception–Year 6) with Late Stay until 5:55pm for Nursery/Kindergarten; Non-Term Time Nursery is from 7:30am to 5:00pm.

SEND Provision

Supported Learning Department provides targeted support led by SENCO Mrs Mulholland; uses the APDR (Assess, Plan, Do, Review) cycle to create Individual Learning Plans with SMART targets; provides in-class support and targeted interventions, with access to multisensory resources (e.g., Alpha to Omega, Conquering Literacy, Beat Dyslexia, Nessy Reading) and regular communication with parents.

Financial Information

Reception – Year 6: Monthly payments – Reception £778.91; Year 1 & Year 2 £825.27; Year 3–Year 6 £887.45. Termly payments – Reception £2,856.00; Year 1 & 2 £3,026.00; Year 3–6 £3,254.00. Annual payments – Reception £8,568; Year 1 & 2 £9,078; Year 3–6 £9,762. Lunch is charged at £390 per term for children in Reception–Year 6. Nursery and Kindergarten Fees from January 2026: Morning only £39.30 per morning; Full Day £54.30; Lunchtime Care £4.00. EYF funding allocations apply (15 hours); consumables £1 per afternoon for non-EYF days; Non-Term Time Nursery Provision: Half Day £33.00; Full Day £53.00; Breakfast Club (7:30–8:40) £6.50 per session; Late Stay (until 6:00) £13.00 per session; Sibling rates and other detailed timings are available.

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