Willow Park School
URN: 149916 • Rugby CV21 1EZ
Overview
- Name
- Willow Park School
- URN
- 149916
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 33.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alex Smythe (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01788524683
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Newbold-on-Avon Rfc, Rugby CV21 1EZ
Summary
Willow Park School is an independent special school located in Rugby, Warwickshire, catering to primary-aged pupils with Communication and Interaction difficulties, particularly those diagnosed with Autism. The school provides a calm and nurturing environment that focuses on each child's educational development and their individual Educational, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets.
The curriculum at Willow Park is play-based and child-led, grounded in the EQUALS Curriculum, and designed to promote engagement, independence, and well-being. It prioritises communication in various forms, ensuring that every child can connect and thrive. The school employs a Total Communication Approach, utilising tools such as Makaton and AAC to support expressive and receptive communication.
Willow Park fosters a vibrant and inclusive community where each child's individuality is celebrated. The staff build trusting relationships with pupils, creating a joyful and sensory-rich environment that empowers children to learn and grow. The school is committed to preparing students for life, helping them develop self-awareness, communication skills, and the ability to engage confidently with their community.
The curriculum at Willow Park is play-based and child-led, grounded in the EQUALS Curriculum, and designed to promote engagement, independence, and well-being. It prioritises communication in various forms, ensuring that every child can connect and thrive. The school employs a Total Communication Approach, utilising tools such as Makaton and AAC to support expressive and receptive communication.
Willow Park fosters a vibrant and inclusive community where each child's individuality is celebrated. The staff build trusting relationships with pupils, creating a joyful and sensory-rich environment that empowers children to learn and grow. The school is committed to preparing students for life, helping them develop self-awareness, communication skills, and the ability to engage confidently with their community.
Useful links
- SEND (sen)
- School Self-Evaluation (download)
- School Improvement Plan (download)
- Newsletter (download)
- View our Prospectus Here (download)
- Post Ofsted Action Plan (download)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Avon Park School (61.6)
- Brooke School (59.3)
- Quest Academy (48.5)
- Eastern Area Pupil Referral Unit (45.2)
- Rainsbrook Secure Training Centre (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Warwickshire
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 20
- Pupils
- 12
- Boys
- 8
- Girls
- 4
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2023-09-05
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Warwickshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 20 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 20 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 20 |
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