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New Forest School

Hampshire, Hampshire, South East · SO45 1FJ

New Forest School is a small independent school in Hampshire, with around 96 pupils on roll and a non-religious character. Led by Head Mr Duncan Smith, it admits pupils at age 11 and offers entry at the 11+ stage. Its intimate scale means classes are far smaller than at most mainstream schools, which may appeal to families seeking a more personal, closely supervised environment. The school is inspected by the ISI rather than Ofsted.

96

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
96
Location
Hampshire, Hampshire, South East
Website
www.newforestschool.co.uk

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Mr Duncan Smith

Latest results

Attainment 8

3.9

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

0%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Pupils work towards GCSEs, and the published attainment figures are well below national benchmarks: an Attainment 8 score of 3.9 against a national average of 46.9, with 0% achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths compared with 47% nationally. Figures of this kind are worth discussing directly with the school, as a very small cohort can make headline statistics difficult to interpret and may reflect a particular pupil profile or specialist intake.

Sixth form

Qualifications offered

GCSE

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

The last word

A small, independent option in Hampshire for families who value a personal setting, though parents will want to explore the published attainment data carefully with the school.

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New Forest School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is New Forest School located?

New Forest School is located at Fawley Road, Fawley, Southampton, Hampshire, SO45 1FJ.

What type of school is New Forest School?

New Forest School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.

How many pupils attend New Forest School?

New Forest School has approximately 96 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.