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Click Here to RegisterForest Farm Primary is located on a peaceful, rural 10-acre campus. There are two mixed-age classes for children aged 5 to 11, staffed by qualified teachers and assistants.
The school ethos centres on respect, independence, and personal growth: children are encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning, and our learning environment is shaped around their interests and developmental needs.
A Balanced Approach
Forest Farm Primary blends the structure of the National Curriculum with the freedom and independence of Montessori education. Children learn through a mix of individual exploration, hands-on activities and rich, cross-curricular projects that link subjects such as geography, history, science, maths, literacy and the arts.
Alongside this creative, Montessori-led learning, we place a strong emphasis on literacy and assessment through our Read, Write & Grow approach:
- We use a mixed-method reading strategy, recognising that every child learns in a different way and at a different pace.
- Termly NGST/NGRT assessments help us monitor the development of reading and spelling.
- Twice-yearly GL Progress Tests in English, Maths (and Science for older pupils) ensure teaching is targeted and responsive — never high-pressure, always child-centred.
This balanced model gives children the freedom to explore, the space to build confidence and the structure to thrive academically.
Outdoor Learning & Forest School
We strongly believe in the power of nature: Primary children spend at least 20% of their school week outdoors.
Our outdoor spaces include woodland (coppice), meadow, greenhouse, footpaths, and willow domes.
Weekly Forest School sessions encourage children to build dens, observe wildlife, learn survival skills, care for nature, and work with tools — all in a safe, structured setting.
These experiences foster resilience, independence, creativity, and a deep connection with the natural world.
Inclusion, Support & Student Voice
The school has a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCo) to support learners who need additional help.
We welcome children with diverse linguistic backgrounds; English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is available.
Pupils are encouraged to take responsibility for their learning, using available resources, and contributing ideas to shape their education.
Parents are key partners: there are regular parent–teacher meetings, open classrooms, and community events like sports day, performances, and garden cafés.
Eco-Philosophy & Sustainability
Forest Farm Primary participates in the Eco-Schools programme; children are actively involved via an Eco Council.
Environmental practices include reducing plastic use and caring for the woodland: the school maintains over 2,000 trees in its coppice wood.
Through these practices, students develop environmental awareness, responsibility, and a commitment to sustainability.