FOREST SCHOOL in Berkshire, Wokingham

Education Centre Information: Forest School:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Closed
Local Authority: Wokingham
Reason Establishment Closed: Academy Converter
Establishment Close Date: 30/06/2013
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Urban > 10k - less sparse
Special Classes: No Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 1129
Number of boys: 1126
Number of girls: 3
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Boys
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Background:

The Forest School was founded in 1947; the school is situated three miles west of Wokingham and five miles east of Reading. It moved in 1957 to its current 10-acre site in Winnersh, where there is a further 15 acres of playing fields behind the school. It was a boys' grammar school until 1974. The original buildings have expanded and specialist accommodation continuously refurbished. The school has a strong sporting tradition with facilities including an enclosed swimming pool. It maintains full fixture lists in rugby, soccer, cricket and athletics in addition to a successful fencing squad with national representatives. The school aims to create a high quality and challenging learning environment.

Address:

Address: Robin Hood Lane

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Postcode: RG41 5NE
Berkshire, Wokingham.
Telephone: 0118 9781626

Website: http://www.forest.wokingham.sch.uk

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