New Forest Small School Ltd
New Forest Small School Ltd is an independent school in New Forest for pupils aged 3 to 17. It has 64 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for New Forest Small School Ltd is Good, from an inspection in July 2018. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 37.0, and 38% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: July 2018. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 3-17 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 1 Southampton Road Lyndhurst Hampshire SO43 7BU |
| Phone | 02380284415 |
| Reference Number | 136112 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 64 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 59.38%
Girls: 40.63% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
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New Forest Small School demonstrates a good level of overall effectiveness, significantly enhancing pupils' personal development. The school's approach fosters a caring environment where pupils thrive, resulting in outstanding behavior and a strong commitment to their well-being. Though the curriculum is engaging and well-planned, it does not fully challenge pupils in writing and mathematics compared to other subjects. Leadership has shown improvement since the last inspection, yet consistency among middle leaders in effectively addressing subject weaknesses remains a concern.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 26 Jun 2018 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 26 Jun 2018 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 Dec 2014 | Standard inspection: |
| 20 Apr 2012 | Monitoring inspection |
| 30 Jun 2011 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Outstanding personal development and well-being of pupils.
- Pupils enjoy a safe and happy learning environment.
- Highly engaging curriculum with a wide range of subjects.
- Strong positive relationships between pupils and staff.
- Significant improvement in school performance since the last inspection.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent expectations in writing and mathematics.
- Some subject leaders lack detailed knowledge of their area's performance.
- Lower attendance rates compared to national averages.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 37 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 37.5% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 50% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 18.8% of pupils at New Forest Small School Ltd were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 9.4% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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Clay Hill School
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What is New Forest Small School Ltd's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for New Forest Small School Ltd is Good, from an inspection in July 2018.
When was New Forest Small School Ltd last inspected by Ofsted?
New Forest Small School Ltd was last inspected in July 2018.
How many pupils does New Forest Small School Ltd have?
New Forest Small School Ltd has 64 pupils on roll.
What age range does New Forest Small School Ltd cover?
New Forest Small School Ltd for pupils aged 3 to 17.
What are New Forest Small School Ltd's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 37.0, and 38% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is New Forest Small School Ltd?
New Forest Small School Ltd is at 1 Southampton Road, Lyndhurst, Hampshire, SO43 7BU.