Forres Primary Academy
56%
Capacity
234
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Forres Primary Academy
Forres Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Broxbourne community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 234 pupils on roll, operating at 56% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Forres Primary Academy "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Gavin Douglas, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Forres Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 53 applications for 20 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 19 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Forres Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Cricket, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Book Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broxbourne, Forres Primary Academy is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon, Broxbourne, EN11 0RW |
| Headteacher | Gavin Douglas |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.6% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 420 (56% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
53
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
19 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon
Broxbourne, EN11 0RW
Stanstead Road, Hoddesdon
Broxbourne, EN11 0RW
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