The Forest School

A good community school school in West Sussex. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Forest School.

Horsham, RH135NT Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

58

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
48.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.28
English & Maths grade 4+ %
60.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 70.7%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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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%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
7 March 2017
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Comptons Lane
Horsham, RH135NT
Phone
1403261086
Website
theforestschool.com/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
126065
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Address
Comptons Lane, Horsham, RH13 5NT
Website
http://www.theforestschool.com/
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Closed
Capacity
1,140 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,039
Free School Meals
13.6% (141 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.6% (27 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
24.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
70.7 (+18.7 vs average)
Attainment 8:
45.9 (+6.4 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
29 pupils
Average
Pupils per Year Group
173
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,039 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Learning for life"

Leadership problem solving confidence resilience empathy respectfulness communication

Head Teacher's Message

The Headteacher presents The Forest School as a family-centred, safe and aspirational community where high standards are expected and every student is supported to reach their potential.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Football

Facilities

Science laboratories BEC building with high-quality computer laboratories All-Weather sports pitch Extensive indoor and outdoor spaces Approximately 20 acres of campus

Curriculum Highlights

Three-year Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) to ensure broad, balanced learning Key Stage 4 GCSE progression begins after Year 9 with subject choices for Years 10–11 Structured tutor programmes including PSHE and employability skills Emphasis on oracy and communication across subject areas Curriculum adapted to include recovery from Covid-19 disruption

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