Willow View School

URN: 149020 • Rochdale OL12 6BT

Overview

Name
Willow View School
URN
149020
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Colin Douro (since 2025)
Telephone
01706390419
Website
Visit
Address
Fisherfield Farm, Rochdale OL12 6BT

Summary

Willow View School is an independent special school located in Rochdale, Greater Manchester, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 6 to 18. With a capacity for 30 students, the school focuses on supporting those with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, including conditions such as ADHD, autism, and anxiety. The school aims to create a welcoming and safe environment where each child is valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The curriculum at Willow View is tailored to meet individual needs, incorporating academic subjects alongside physical activity, social skills, and wellbeing initiatives. Each student benefits from a personalised timetable that includes enrichment activities and trauma-informed strategies to support their learning. The school also offers a unique outreach provision, 1ACE North, which provides bespoke education in community settings for pupils not yet ready for a traditional classroom environment.

Willow View School promotes a holistic approach to education, focusing on developing well-rounded individuals through small class sizes and a supportive atmosphere. The school encourages social engagement and personal growth, ensuring that all achievements are celebrated within a nurturing community context.

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Key details

LA
Rochdale
Age range
6 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
30
Pupils
27
Boys
20
Girls
7
FSM %
Open date
2022-08-04
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 27 20 7 30
2024-09-11 27 20 7 30
2023-09-11 7 30
2022-09-11 30

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