The Willows Primary School
124%
Capacity
651
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About The Willows Primary School
The Willows Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basildon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 651 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (124% of 525 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Willows Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tom Robinson, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6036th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 39 in Basildon.
The Willows Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 118 applications for 69 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
The Willows Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 65% recommending the school (31 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Willows Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Athletics, Rounders, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, The Willows Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Road, Basildon, Basildon, SS14 2EX |
| Headteacher | Tom Robinson |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 651 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 651 / 525 (124% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jan 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6036th of 13,686
Nationally
640th of 1,612
In East of England
19th of 39
In Basildon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
65%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
31 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed69
118
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Willows Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Road, Basildon
Basildon, SS14 2EX
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