Willow Primary School
89%
Capacity
446
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Willow Primary School
Willow Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Slough community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 446 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 500 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Willow Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Court, it falls under Slough local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 3293rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 26 in Slough.
Willow Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 155 applications for 66 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Willow Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Athletics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Drama, Choir, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.3%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Slough, Willow Primary School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | Fernside Off Wexham Rd, Slough, Slough, SL2 5FF |
| Headteacher | Amanda Court |
| Local Authority | Slough |
| Number of Pupils | 446 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.3% |
| School Capacity | 446 / 500 (89% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 May 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 May 2021): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (73%)
3293rd of 13,686
Nationally
446th of 2,034
In South East
11th of 26
In Slough
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
73%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
64%
'23/24
73%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed66
155
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (25% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fernside Off Wexham Rd, Slough
Slough, SL2 5FF
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