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About Forest Park School
Forest Park School is a highly effective, personalised learning community where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and is of equal worth. We strive to provide inspirational education and purposeful therapeutic support to make a life-changing difference to the children in our care.
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Jackie Reynolds
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.7
Teaching Quality
4.3
Communication
4.3
Student Wellbeing
4.7
Facilities
4.3
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
1.1
Teachers (FTE)
Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.
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Reviews 4
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Liam T
Unconfirmed
Parent
Feb 20, 2023
4.0
"Mixed Experience"
We've had a bit of a mixed experience with Forest Park so far. Our son has really enjoyed the science classes and the school's focus on careers and vocational paths, but we've had some issues with communication from the teachers and the school's administration. We're hoping things will improve as we move through the year...
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
3/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
D
David F
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jan 15, 2023
5.0
"A Great Place to Learn and Grow"
We were a bit nervous about moving our son to a new school, but Forest Park has been a great choice. The teachers are passionate and dedicated, and the school's values of trust, resilience, and enjoyment really resonate with us. We love the emphasis on creativity and the opportunity for our son to try new things. The only reason we don't give it 5 stars is that we've had a bit of trouble with the online reporting system...
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
E
Emily W
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2022
5.0
"A Wonderful Experience at Forest Park"
We've had our daughter at Forest Park for three years now, and it's been an absolute pleasure watching her grow and thrive. The staff are incredibly supportive, and the school's focus on personalising learning has made all the difference for her. We love the facilities, especially the sports hall and the ICT suite! We feel so lucky to have found this school.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
R
Rachel K
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 1, 2022
5.0
"Forest Park Helped My Son Thrive"
My son attended Forest Park from Year 7 to Year 11, and it was a truly transformative experience for him. The school's focus on personalising learning and providing therapeutic support really helped him overcome some challenges he was facing. We're so grateful for the education and support he received, and we have no hesitation in recommending Forest Park to other families.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
4/5
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