Admissions - Forres Sandle Manor

Admissions

At Forres Sandle Manor, we’re here to guide you every step of the way as you explore how FSM can provide the ideal environment for your child to thrive.

We offer personal tours of the school, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet our Head, Mr. Howe, and experience FSM in action. For families unable to visit in person, we’re happy to arrange Skype or Zoom calls.

Contact Lauren Brown, our Registrar, to arrange your visit or virtual meeting: Email our Admissions Team

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Open Days

Discover our latest Open Days and take the first step towards joining the FSM family.

A Welcoming Admissions Process

We pride ourselves on being a mixed-ability school, valuing the diversity and richness it brings to our learning community. Because of this, we do not require a formal entrance examination. Instead, we invite prospective pupils to join us for a taster day (and night, if boarding), offering them the chance to experience life at FSM firsthand.

  • During the taster day, your child will participate in an English and Maths assessment to help us understand their current academic level and ensure they will thrive in our curriculum.
  • For Pre Prep pupils, informal, in-class assessments are carried out by the teacher.
  • Your child will also meet their future classmates, easing their transition by helping them make friends before their first day.

If additional learning support is required, we’ll arrange a meeting with our SEN department to ensure everything is in place for a smooth start.

Private Tours

We warmly encourage families to book a private tour with our Head, Mr. Howe. Visiting during a regular school day allows you to:

  • Tour our facilities.
  • Meet pupils and teachers.
  • Enjoy a chat and cup of tea with the Headmaster.

Contact us to book your visit and see why FSM is such a special place.

Supporting Your Transition

We are experienced in welcoming children from a variety of educational and cultural backgrounds, including state primaries, pre-prep schools, and international schools. Our goal is to make your child’s transition to FSM as seamless and enjoyable as possible.

Buses

We offer a subsidised daily bus service for local families. Our DBS-checked drivers follow consistent routes, many holding additional roles within the school, ensuring familiarity and trust.

Please contact us to discuss available bus routes for your child.


Scholarships and Bursaries

Launched in September 2023, our Scholarship Programme recognises and rewards pupils with exceptional talent and dedication in:

  • The Arts
  • Music
  • Drama
  • Sport
  • Academics

Scholarships are open to children entering Year 7 or Year 9. For families in other year groups, bursaries may be available through discussion with the Headmaster.

Download our Scholarship Programme here.
For more information, contact Lauren Brown at admissions@fsmschool.com or call +44 (0) 1425 653 181.

Refer a Friend

Families who refer a friend to FSM receive a £200 account credit when the referred child joins us. (Terms and conditions apply.)

The incoming family must declare the recommendation before the taster day. Contact admissions@fsmschool.com for details.

Any questions

please feel free to email us at admissions@fsmschool.com
or call +44 (0) 1425 653 181.