Willow Bank School
URN: 104843 • Newton-le-Willows WA12 8DE
Overview
- Name
- Willow Bank School
- URN
- 104843
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 44.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nicola Laughton (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01744678745
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Winwick Road, Newton-le-Willows WA12 8DE
Summary
Willow Bank School is a community special school located in Newton-le-Willows, St. Helens, catering to students aged 9 to 16 with social, emotional, and mental health difficulties. With a current enrolment of 71 pupils, the school operates with a capacity of 65, ensuring a focused and supportive environment tailored to individual needs. The school’s ethos emphasizes respect, personal growth, and the importance of building positive relationships to foster engagement in education.
The curriculum at Willow Bank is designed to be ambitious and nurturing, promoting independence, emotional intelligence, and effective communication skills. Students are encouraged to set personal goals and take pride in their achievements, with a strong belief that every day presents a fresh start. The school aims to equip pupils with the skills necessary for good citizenship and preparedness for future employment.
Additionally, Willow Bank School is supported by the Friends of Willow Bank charity, which focuses on enhancing educational opportunities and life skills for all pupils. This initiative aims to bridge educational gaps and foster a positive impact on the lives of students, ensuring they can contribute meaningfully to their communities.
The curriculum at Willow Bank is designed to be ambitious and nurturing, promoting independence, emotional intelligence, and effective communication skills. Students are encouraged to set personal goals and take pride in their achievements, with a strong belief that every day presents a fresh start. The school aims to equip pupils with the skills necessary for good citizenship and preparedness for future employment.
Additionally, Willow Bank School is supported by the Friends of Willow Bank charity, which focuses on enhancing educational opportunities and life skills for all pupils. This initiative aims to bridge educational gaps and foster a positive impact on the lives of students, ensuring they can contribute meaningfully to their communities.
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Nearby alternatives
- Wargrave House School (60.5)
- Ascent Autism Specialist College (57.2)
- Newton Bank Preparatory School (45.2)
- Red Bank School (45.2)
- Mill House School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- St. Helens
- Age range
- 8 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 65
- Pupils
- 71
- Boys
- 61
- Girls
- 10
- FSM %
- 64.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-04-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Merseyside
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 71 | 61 | 10 | 65 | 64.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 62 | 56 | 6 | 65 | 62.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 53 | 53 | 0 | 65 | 58.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 53 | 53 | 0 | 55 | 58.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 49 | 49 | 0 | 55 | 67.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 54 | 54 | 0 | 55 | 66.70 |
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