Forest School
School summary
A small independent school in Altrincham, Forest School educates a mixed intake of just over 200 pupils from the ages of two to eleven. Its intimate scale lends itself to a close-knit community, where staff are likely to know each child well across the early years and primary stages. Led by Head Mr Graeme Booth, the school was judged excellent by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, with the same top grade awarded for pupils' personal development. All compliance requirements were met.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 2 December 2025
Teaching & academics
The ISI's award of excellent for the quality of pupils' achievement points to consistently strong outcomes across this early years and primary setting. Around 12 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, a meaningful proportion that suggests the school is set up to identify and respond to a range of learning needs within its small classes.
Head · Mr Graeme Booth
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 12.44%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Schools nearby
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The Watkin Centre
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Forest Park Preparatory School
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A small, non-selective independent that earned the ISI's top marks for both achievement and personal development - well suited to families seeking a nurturing start from nursery through to the end of primary.
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Forest School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.