Willow Farm Primary School
102%
Capacity
214
Pupils
6.3x
Demand
About Willow Farm Primary School
Willow Farm Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Gedling community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 214 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Willow Farm Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lindsey Jamson, it falls under Nottinghamshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9257th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 32 in Gedling.
Willow Farm Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 188 applications for 30 places, making it 6.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Willow Farm Primary School include Forest School, Music Rooms, Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Tennis, Cricket, as well as clubs including Choir, Science Club, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Gedling, Willow Farm 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Willow Lane, Nottingham, Gedling, NG4 4BN |
| Headteacher | Lindsey Jamson |
| Local Authority | Nottinghamshire |
| Number of Pupils | 214 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.4% |
| School Capacity | 214 / 210 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 31 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9257th of 13,686
Nationally
863rd of 1,353
In East Midlands
27th of 32
In Gedling
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
56%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
188
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (26% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Willow Lane, Nottingham
Gedling, NG4 4BN
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