The Forge Secondary Short Stay School

Pupil referral unit•Not applicable•Ages 11-16•Redditch, B98 8HF

Ofsted

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School inspection

Inspected 10 April 2024

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Previous inspections

17 July 2018Short inspection
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23 October 2013Full inspectionGood
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12 September 2011Full inspection: Satisfactory
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Pupils and staff

Pupils

Pupils: 30
Capacity: 60
Girls / boys: 43% / 57%
Free school meals: 70%

Staff

Teachers (FTE): 8.6
Teaching assistants (FTE): 6.7
Leadership (FTE): 2
Part-time teachers: 22%

School workforce census, 2025/26.

Questions about The Forge Secondary Short Stay School

What is The Forge Secondary Short Stay School's Ofsted rating?

The Forge Secondary Short Stay School's last overall grade from Ofsted was Good, on 23 October 2013. Ofsted inspected it again on 10 April 2024 without giving a new overall grade.

How many pupils are at The Forge Secondary Short Stay School?

The Forge Secondary Short Stay School had 30 pupils aged 11 to 16 at the latest school census. Its official capacity is 60. It is a mixed school.

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