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The Forest School
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- Horsham RH13 5NT
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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The Forest School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Sussex, South East.
It has 1023 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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You have my sincere welcome to The Forest School.
Therefore, we think that our school is unique and offers a joyful and secure environment where our boys may learn, develop, and become effective global citizens.
For educating young men, Forest has a great reputation.
Our teachers design their lessons to foster the greatest standards of learning since we are experts in how males learn.
We strive to uphold the finest standards in all facets of school life, and we have every confidence that our young men will do just that while they are enrolled with us.
It's the opportunity to push ourselves in our learning, our understanding of the world, in our thinking, and in our actions; it's the aspirational drive to be the greatest students and staff we can be.
A cross-curricular schedule of activities, which our boys have access to participate in before, during, and after school, supports and enriches our dynamic curriculum.
Every boy is valued at the Forest School as being exceptional and unique.
Each of our boys should graduate from school with the skills necessary to succeed in their next academic phase.
We want to give our boys a variety of abilities that will help them prosper in the rapidly transforming modern world.
You, as a parent, can make a significant contribution to Forest's continued success.
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Therefore, we think that our school is unique and offers a joyful and secure environment where our boys may learn, develop, and become effective global citizens.
For educating young men, Forest has a great reputation.
Our teachers design their lessons to foster the greatest standards of learning since we are experts in how males learn.
We strive to uphold the finest standards in all facets of school life, and we have every confidence that our young men will do just that while they are enrolled with us.
It's the opportunity to push ourselves in our learning, our understanding of the world, in our thinking, and in our actions; it's the aspirational drive to be the greatest students and staff we can be.
A cross-curricular schedule of activities, which our boys have access to participate in before, during, and after school, supports and enriches our dynamic curriculum.
Every boy is valued at the Forest School as being exceptional and unique.
Each of our boys should graduate from school with the skills necessary to succeed in their next academic phase.
We want to give our boys a variety of abilities that will help them prosper in the rapidly transforming modern world.
You, as a parent, can make a significant contribution to Forest's continued success.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B- 0
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B+
|
A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Girls | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.6 | 15.1 | 15 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.1 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 50.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% | 26.18% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 38.25% | 45.2% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 32% | 19.43% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 10.22% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 13.83% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.45 | 2.7 | 2.96 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 93% | 90.25% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 226 | 167 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 86.98% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 43.02% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 4% | 21.15% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 57% | 13.38% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.44% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.4% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.9% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.44 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 45.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 36% 10 | 24.14% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 3 | 38.12% | 43.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 28% | 23.17% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 9.39% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 13.84% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.95 | 2.62 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 90% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 222 | 165 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 84.45% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 39.52% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 5% | 22% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 69% | 12.55% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.32% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.82% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.57% | 2.77% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.5 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 45.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 46% 7 | 24.72% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 9 | 36.64% | 42.55% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 19.75% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.94% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.84% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.43 | 2.58 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 94% | 85.5% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 215 | 173 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 75.5% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 35.98% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 23.21% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 67% | 12.43% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.36% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.33% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.1% | 2.07% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.15 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 52 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% | 25.54% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 37.52% | 43.01% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 29% | 20.17% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 11.18% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 12.28% | 16.18% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 95% | 82.78% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 199 | 173 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 66.41% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 36.41% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 22.2% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 64% | 11.44% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.59% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.49% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.68% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 18th Dec 2023 - 1st Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 1st Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 17th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 2nd Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 23rd Jul 2024 |
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Student teacher ratio at The Forest School
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