Willow Brook Primary School
92%
Capacity
194
Pupils
4.5x
Demand
About Willow Brook Primary School
Willow Brook Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Rushcliffe community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 194 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Willow Brook Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Ballard, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7394th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 32 in Rushcliffe.
Willow Brook Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 20 places, making it 4.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Willow Brook Primary School include Forest School, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Netball, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Rushcliffe, Willow Brook 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Willow Brook, Nottingham, Rushcliffe, NG12 5BB |
| Headteacher | Louise Ballard |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 194 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.1% |
| School Capacity | 194 / 210 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 26 Apr 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7394th of 13,686
Nationally
676th of 1,353
In East Midlands
29th of 32
In Rushcliffe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
59%
'23/24
61%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed20
91
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
18 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Willow Brook, Nottingham
Rushcliffe, NG12 5BB
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