Willows Primary School
URN: 124161 • Lichfield WS13 7NU
Overview
- Name
- Willows Primary School
- URN
- 124161
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 69.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joanne Whitmore (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Willows Primary School, Lichfield WS13 7NU
Summary
Willows Primary School is a community school located in Lichfield, Staffordshire, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 11. With a current enrolment of 381 students and a capacity of 420, the school prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment where every child can thrive. The school has a strong commitment to high educational standards, guided by its core values of deliberate botheredness, ensuring that all actions taken are intentional and focused on the well-being of the students.
The curriculum at Willows is designed to be engaging and varied, incorporating real-life problem-solving opportunities that encourage resilience and independent learning. The school offers a rich programme of enrichment activities, including trips, performances, and clubs, aimed at supporting children's personal development and broadening their horizons.
With a significant percentage of pupils (40.20%) eligible for free school meals, Willows Primary School is dedicated to breaking down social and academic barriers, ensuring that all children have the ambition and opportunities to succeed. The staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where children feel safe and inspired to achieve their best.
The curriculum at Willows is designed to be engaging and varied, incorporating real-life problem-solving opportunities that encourage resilience and independent learning. The school offers a rich programme of enrichment activities, including trips, performances, and clubs, aimed at supporting children's personal development and broadening their horizons.
With a significant percentage of pupils (40.20%) eligible for free school meals, Willows Primary School is dedicated to breaking down social and academic barriers, ensuring that all children have the ambition and opportunities to succeed. The staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where children feel safe and inspired to achieve their best.
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Nearby alternatives
- Greysbrooke Primary School (74.3)
- Streethay Primary School (72.4)
- St Michael's CofE (C) Primary School (67.8)
- Christ Church CofE (C) Primary School (67.2)
- Whittington Primary School (65.8)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 381
- Boys
- 201
- Girls
- 180
- FSM %
- 40.20
- Open date
- Close date
- 2024-10-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2012-09-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 381 | 201 | 180 | 420 | 40.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 381 | 201 | 180 | 420 | 40.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 386 | 192 | 194 | 420 | 39.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 386 | 192 | 194 | 420 | 39.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 388 | 198 | 190 | 420 | 35.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 386 | 199 | 187 | 420 | 29.50 |
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