Willoughby Primary School
79%
Capacity
44
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Willoughby Primary School
Willoughby Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rushcliffe community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 44 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Willoughby Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Linnett, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
Willoughby Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 16 applications for 6 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Willoughby Primary School include Forest School, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Football, Athletics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rushcliffe, Willoughby Primary School is one of the options available in the East Midlands 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Church Lane, Loughborough, Rushcliffe, LE12 6SS |
| Headteacher | Joanne Linnett |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 44 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.8% |
| School Capacity | 44 / 56 (79% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
16
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Loughborough
Rushcliffe, LE12 6SS
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