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The Forest School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

The Forest School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 2–16, with 148 pupils, and a capacity of 127 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–16

Age range

148

Pupils

127

Capacity

117%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

The Forest School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Forest School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with North Yorkshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 148 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 127 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by North Yorkshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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The Forest School — School Information

Full address
Park Lane, Knaresborough, HG5 0DQ
Local authority
North Yorkshire
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–16 years
Free school meals
42.6% of pupils
DfE URN
147819

Frequently Asked Questions — The Forest School

Is The Forest School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Forest School currently has 148 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 127 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Forest School?

Admission to The Forest School is managed by North Yorkshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does The Forest School cover?

The Forest School is a not applicable school in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, serving pupils aged 2–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Forest School?

The Forest School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.