Peak Forest
Peak Forest is an independent special school in Hyde for pupils aged 11 to 16. It has 25 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Peak Forest is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in July 2025.
Ofsted inspection: July 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | First Steps Together Stockport Road Hyde SK14 3QF |
| Reference Number | 150682 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 25 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 80%
Girls: 20% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Peak Forest School has made significant improvements since its last inspection in October 2024, where it was found to have limited curriculum offerings and inadequate support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Following a recent progress monitoring inspection, the school is now compliant with all independent school standards checked during the inspection. The proprietor has implemented a broader curriculum and adopted a comprehensive assessment package to effectively meet the needs of its students. Additionally, the leadership has established strong safeguarding practices, ensuring a safe environment for all students.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Requires Improvement |
| Last Report Date | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Jun 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 15 Oct 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 18 Apr 2024 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- The school offers a comprehensive curriculum covering a full range of subjects, including humanities.
- Staff are trained to deliver the curriculum effectively in line with expectations.
- There is a strong culture of safeguarding with effective procedures in place.
- Leadership has utilized external support to enhance the quality of education provided.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Peak Forest were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% 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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What is Peak Forest's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Peak Forest is Requires Improvement, from an inspection in July 2025.
When was Peak Forest last inspected by Ofsted?
Peak Forest was last inspected in July 2025.
How many pupils does Peak Forest have?
Peak Forest has 25 pupils on roll.
What age range does Peak Forest cover?
Peak Forest for pupils aged 11 to 16.
Where is Peak Forest?
Peak Forest is at First Steps Together, Stockport Road, Hyde, SK14 3QF.