The Willows Primary School
URN: 135213 • Newbury RG14 7SJ
Overview
- Name
- The Willows Primary School
- URN
- 135213
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Joanna MacArthur (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 0163542155
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Pyle Hill, Newbury RG14 7SJ
Summary
The Willows Primary School is a community school located in Newbury, West Berkshire, catering to a mixed-gender population of 383 pupils, with a capacity for 450. The school actively promotes an inclusive environment, with 25.10% of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to supporting diverse backgrounds.
The school’s ethos is centred around fostering a nurturing and engaging learning environment. The curriculum is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with detailed overviews available for different year groups, ensuring that parents can stay informed about their children's learning journey. The school values strong partnerships with parents and encourages active involvement in school activities.
In addition to academic pursuits, The Willows Primary School emphasizes the importance of community and personal development, aiming to instill core values in its students. The school’s history and vision highlight its dedication to creating a supportive atmosphere where every child can thrive. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at www.thewillowsprimary.org.
The school’s ethos is centred around fostering a nurturing and engaging learning environment. The curriculum is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with detailed overviews available for different year groups, ensuring that parents can stay informed about their children's learning journey. The school values strong partnerships with parents and encourages active involvement in school activities.
In addition to academic pursuits, The Willows Primary School emphasizes the importance of community and personal development, aiming to instill core values in its students. The school’s history and vision highlight its dedication to creating a supportive atmosphere where every child can thrive. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at www.thewillowsprimary.org.
Useful links
- Website built by Blue Level (other)
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Key details
- LA
- West Berkshire
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 450
- Pupils
- 383
- Boys
- 207
- Girls
- 176
- FSM %
- 25.10
- Open date
- 2007-04-17
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-12-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Berkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 383 | 207 | 176 | 450 | 25.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 393 | 214 | 179 | 450 | 24.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 400 | 212 | 188 | 450 | 25.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 400 | 212 | 188 | 450 | 25.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 402 | 212 | 190 | 450 | 26.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 426 | 230 | 196 | 450 | 22.70 |
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