Glowing ISI Inspection Report for Forres Sandle Manor
03 Jul 2025
Forres Sandle Manor is proud to share its glowing ISI report, recognising our rich curriculum, strong leadership, and nurturing culture. With rising pupil numbers and a new £3.5m STEAM building, FSM continues to flourish and look to the future.
We are absolutely thrilled to share the outcome of our recent Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection, which praised Forres Sandle Manor for its rich curriculum, strong leadership, and the respectful environment that defines life at FSM.
The report highlights the close and effective partnership between our experienced Board of Governors and the school’s leadership team, ensuring FSM consistently meets the highest standards. Inspectors commended the breadth and ambition of our curriculum – both in and beyond the classroom – noting how it helps pupils grow in confidence and take pride in their learning.
Teaching across the school was described as engaging and well planned, with pupils responding enthusiastically to feedback and thriving in lessons. The inspectors also celebrated the excellent personal development of our pupils, their kind and respectful behaviour, and the inclusive and supportive culture within our boarding and day settings.
We are particularly proud that our Early Years provision, pastoral care, and life skills programme were all recognised for the meaningful impact they have on pupils’ wellbeing.
Headmaster Mark Howe commented:
“This report is a true reflection of the exceptional care and commitment shown by every member of the FSM team. I feel incredibly proud to lead a school where children are known, encouraged, and given every opportunity to thrive.”
The report comes at a time when the school is enjoying considerable success and growth. Enrolment has been increasing sharply year-on-year since 2022, and this summer FSM will open its new £3.5 million STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) building. With this latest inspection report highlighting so many strengths, FSM is looking forward to continuing to ensure its pupils thrive and achieve outstanding outcomes.