About Forest Park Preparatory School and Nursery
Forest Park Preparatory School and Nursery is an independent school and nursery in Sale, Greater Manchester, welcoming boys and girls from the age of two through to 11 years.
Set within a private and secluded site in the leafy suburb of Sale, close to Altrincham and within easy reach of families across Trafford and South Manchester, Forest Park provides a warm, nurturing environment where children can feel happy, confident and inspired to learn.
A strong start from the age of two
Children can begin their Forest Park journey in our Nursery from the age of two, where we provide a caring and stimulating introduction to education. Our youngest children are encouraged to explore, play, develop their independence and build the foundations for future learning within the supportive environment of the wider school.
As children progress through Pre-Prep and Prep, they benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum alongside specialist teaching in areas including sport, swimming, computing, languages, music, drama and science. Our commitment to excellent teaching encourages children to develop high expectations of themselves while giving them the confidence and support to reach their individual potential.
Small classes and individual attention
As a one-form entry school with small class sizes, we are able to know every child as an individual. With a teacher and teaching assistant in every class up to Year 4, learning can be carefully tailored to the interests, strengths and needs of each pupil.
Our specialist teachers are introduced from the earliest stages of school life, helping children discover new interests and develop a genuine enthusiasm for learning. From science and languages to swimming and computing, pupils benefit from teachers who bring specialist knowledge and enthusiasm to their subjects.
Preparing children for their next step
Forest Park is ideally located for families considering the excellent grammar and independent senior schools across Trafford and Greater Manchester. We support children preparing for 11+ examinations in a positive and encouraging environment, helping them approach their next step with confidence rather than undue pressure.
Our pupils leave Forest Park as motivated, confident and well-rounded individuals, ready to make the most of the opportunities available to them at senior school and beyond.
A welcoming school community in Sale
Strong relationships are at the heart of Forest Park. Our small size enables staff to build close relationships with children and their families, creating the home-from-home atmosphere for which the school is known.
Parents choose Forest Park Preparatory School and Nursery because they want their child to be happy, known and supported while receiving an excellent education. From a child’s first days in Nursery at the age of two through to the end of Year 6, our aim is to provide an environment in which every child can develop confidence, discover their strengths and thrive.
