Forge Wood Primary School
99%
Capacity
415
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Forge Wood Primary School
Forge Wood Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Crawley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 415 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
the school is led by headteacher Katharine Holman, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 37% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12852nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 21 in Crawley.
Forge Wood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 203 applications for 58 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 70 were first-preference applications.
Forge Wood Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 73% recommending the school (77 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Forge Wood Primary School include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Netball, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Crawley, Forge Wood Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Somerley Drive, Crawley, Crawley, RH10 3SW |
| Headteacher | Katharine Holman |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 415 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.1% |
| School Capacity | 415 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (24 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (37%)
12852nd of 13,686
Nationally
1909th of 2,034
In South East
20th of 21
In Crawley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
37%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
77 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
203
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
70 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Forge Wood Primary School
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Contact Information
Somerley Drive, Crawley
Crawley, RH10 3SW
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