Forestwood School

Buller Street, Bury, BL8 2BS

Independent special school for ages 12–19 in Bury. Mixed intake.

Forestwood School is an independent special school in Bury for boys and girls aged 12 to 19, with a sixth form. Its SEN provision is for social, emotional and mental health needs. Ofsted judged the school Good in January 2022, and it met independent-school standards.

The school says each school place is linked to a bed on its CAMHS wards, and describes its role as providing education during young people's stay. It says care and support help young people celebrate differences, achieve goals and prepare for next steps.

Ages 12–19 · Secondary age

36 pupils · On roll

Independent special school · Mixed

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