Willow Primary School

URN: 145935 • Doncaster DN4 7EZ

Overview

Name
Willow Primary School
URN
145935
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
EXCEED LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
69.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Davina Sumner (since 2025)
Telephone
01302539249
Website
Visit
Address
Alston Road, Doncaster DN4 7EZ

Summary

Willow Primary School is a mixed, two-form entry academy located in Bessacarr, Doncaster, catering to 418 pupils aged 4 to 11. As part of the Exceed Learning Partnership, the school emphasizes a strong ethos of fostering a love of learning and developing each child's unique potential. The school's core values—Ambitious, Self-motivated, Positive, Independent, Respectful, and Engaged (ASPIRE)—guide both teaching and learning, aiming to cultivate responsible citizens and successful learners.

The curriculum at Willow Primary School is designed to support the moral, spiritual, social, and cultural development of pupils, ensuring a holistic educational experience. The school places significant importance on the partnership between home and school, believing that collaboration enhances children's learning outcomes. Parents are encouraged to engage actively with the school community to support their children's education.

Willow Primary School is committed to providing equitable and quality education for all students, focusing on personalized learning to help each child overcome barriers and achieve their aspirations. The school aims to equip children with the skills and mindset necessary for a successful future.

Key details

LA
Doncaster
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
EXCEED LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
420
Pupils
418
Boys
214
Girls
204
FSM %
9.30
Open date
2018-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 418 214 204 420 9.30
2024-09-11 404 208 196 420 8.40
2023-09-11 379 197 182 420 9.80
2022-09-11 379 197 182 420 9.80
2021-09-11 389 205 184 420 10.30
2020-09-11 390 205 185 420 9.70

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