The Willows Primary School
85%
Capacity
383
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About The Willows Primary School
The Willows Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the West Berkshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 383 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Willows Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanna MacArthur, it falls under West Berkshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6683rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 57 in West Berkshire.
The Willows Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 30 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 20 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Willows Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Science Club, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in West Berkshire, The Willows Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pyle Hill, The Willows Primary School, Pyle Hill, Newbury, West Berkshire, RG14 7SJ |
| Headteacher | Joanna MacArthur |
| Local Authority | West Berkshire |
| Number of Pupils | 383 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.1% |
| School Capacity | 383 / 450 (85% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6683rd of 13,686
Nationally
939th of 2,034
In South East
22nd of 57
In West Berkshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
42
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
20 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pyle Hill, The Willows Primary School, Pyle Hill, Newbury
West Berkshire, RG14 7SJ
Pyle Hill, The Willows Primary School, Pyle Hill, Newbury
West Berkshire, RG14 7SJ
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