Forestwood School

About Forestwood School

The Phoenix School works with the young people at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield, an inpatient Tier 4 CAMHs unit, with a capacity of 38 pupils. Pupils study a range of national curriculum subjects through personalised learning and support. By taking this approach this allows pupils to make progress in their learning and emotional wellbeing, so once discharged they have the confidence and self – belief to progress further.

Key Facts

Students 38

Head/Principal Dave Best

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

1.8

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

Additional Information

4 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

D

David T

Parent Feb 20, 2023

5.0

"Excellent facilities and staff"

My son was a bit apprehensive about leaving his old school, but the facilities and staff at Forestwood School put him at ease. The allotment project was a great idea - he loved getting his hands dirty and learning about gardening. The teachers are knowledgeable and caring, and we've seen a real improvement in his grades.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic support for our son's education!"

We were worried about our son's education when he was admitted to Cygnet Hospital, but the staff at Forestwood School have been amazing. They tailored their approach to his needs and helped him catch up on his studies. We're so grateful for their support.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Katie G

Parent Sep 1, 2021

4.0

"Mixed feelings about our experience"

Our daughter was at Forestwood School for a short time, and while the staff were generally friendly and helpful, we felt that the school could have been more flexible in accommodating her needs. The Individual Education Plan was a great idea, but it took a while to get up and running. Overall, it was an okay experience, but we were hoping for more.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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