Special schoolData as of May 2026

Forest Way School

Warren Hills Road, Coalville, LE67 4UU

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Pupils

283

Ages

3-19

FSM

38.8%

Capacity

265

Ofsted

Outstanding

Dec 2021

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

0.0%

Writing

0.0%

Maths

0.0%

RWM Combined

0.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

N/A

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

N/A

Basics 9-5

N/A

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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About Forest Way School

Forest Way School is a secondary school in Coalville, Leicestershire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2021 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 283 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Warren Hills Road, Coalville, LE67 4UU | More schools in Leicestershire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Forest Way School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Dec 2021 — School remains Outstanding
Nov 2010 — Outstanding (predecessor: Forest Way School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Forest Way School

What is Forest Way School's Ofsted rating?

Forest Way School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.

What are Forest Way School's latest exam results?

Forest Way School: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Forest Way School located?

Forest Way School is a secondary school in Coalville, Leicestershire (LE67 4UU).

How many pupils attend Forest Way School?

Forest Way School has around 283 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Forest Way School with other schools?

View Forest Way School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Leicestershire.