The short version
82% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2025).
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2025
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Ages
- 12–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 36
- Capacity
- 82%
Governance
- Local authority
- Bury
- Head
- Mrs Wendy Webster (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Buller Street, Bury, Lancashire, BL8 2BS
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMill School - Bury
Independent · Very close
St Gabriel's RC High School, a Voluntary Academy
Secondary · 538m away
The Derby High School
Secondary · 647m away
St Stephen's Church of England Primary School
Primary · 699m away
Bury Church of England High School
Secondary · 709m away
Bury Grammar Schools
Independent · 812m away
Holy Cross College
16 plus · 1.0km away
Chantlers Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
What is Forestwood School's Ofsted rating?
Forestwood School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Forestwood School?
Forestwood School currently has 36 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Forestwood School take?
Forestwood School caters for pupils aged 12 to 19.
Where is Forestwood School?
Forestwood School is in Bury, BL8 2BS, in the Bury local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Forestwood School have a sixth form?
Yes, Forestwood School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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