Forge Valley School
Forge Valley School is a secondary located in Sheffield, S6 5HG. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 19. It currently has approximately 1,510 pupils on roll.
Forge Valley School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 19
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban minor conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Sheffield
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1350
Number of Pupils: 1510
Number of Boys: 744
Number of Girls: 766
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 25.1
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-09
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-06-09
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Barrowclough
Phone: 01142348805
Website: https://www.forgevalley.school/
Location: Wood Lane
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about Forge Valley School
What is the Ofsted rating of Forge Valley School?
Forge Valley School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Forge Valley School admit?
Forge Valley School admits pupils from age 11 to 19.
Is Forge Valley School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Forge Valley School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Forge Valley School?
Forge Valley School is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Forge Valley School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Forge Valley School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Forge Valley School?
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