Willowcroft Community School
URN: 135159 • Didcot OX11 8BA
Overview
- Name
- Willowcroft Community School
- URN
- 135159
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- John Gray (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Mereland Road, Didcot OX11 8BA
Summary
Willowcroft Community School is a mixed primary school located in Didcot, Oxfordshire, with a capacity of 315 students. The school is committed to recognising and valuing each child as an individual, fostering an environment where aspirational and empathetic young people can thrive. The school's ethos is built around the 4Rs: Resilience, Reflectiveness, Reciprocity, and Resourcefulness, which are integrated into the curriculum to promote a growth mindset and confident learning.
The Headteacher welcomes both returning families and newcomers, emphasising the school's dedication to providing a supportive and engaging educational experience. Willowcroft aims to equip students with the skills necessary for lifelong learning, encouraging creativity and a passion for knowledge.
As a community school, Willowcroft prioritises collaboration with families and the local community, fostering strong relationships that enhance the educational journey. The school is currently updating its website to improve communication and access to information for parents and guardians.
The Headteacher welcomes both returning families and newcomers, emphasising the school's dedication to providing a supportive and engaging educational experience. Willowcroft aims to equip students with the skills necessary for lifelong learning, encouraging creativity and a passion for knowledge.
As a community school, Willowcroft prioritises collaboration with families and the local community, fostering strong relationships that enhance the educational journey. The school is currently updating its website to improve communication and access to information for parents and guardians.
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Nearby alternatives
- Didcot Primary Academy (76.2)
- Aureus Primary School (70.3)
- Ladygrove Park Primary School (70.2)
- Ladygrove Park Primary School (67.2)
- All Saints Church of England (Aided) Primary School (66.7)
Key details
- LA
- Oxfordshire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 315
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2007-09-01
- Close date
- 2013-05-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Oxfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 315 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 315 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 315 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 315 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 315 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 315 |
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