Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery
86%
Capacity
180
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery
Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Colchester community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 180 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kate Nunn, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12049th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 51 in Colchester.
Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 18 applications for 9 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 5 parents).
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 Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Science Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Colchester, Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery 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 | Barnardiston Road, Colchester, Colchester, CO4 0DT |
| Headteacher | Kate Nunn |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 180 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.5% |
| School Capacity | 180 / 210 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jan 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12049th of 13,686
Nationally
1361st of 1,612
In East of England
45th of 51
In Colchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
43%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
18
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barnardiston Road, Colchester
Colchester, CO4 0DT
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