Willows Primary School
97%
Capacity
388
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Willows Primary School
Willows Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Trafford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 388 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 400 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Willows Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Ross, it falls under Trafford local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5376th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 55 in Trafford.
Willows Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 159 applications for 44 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 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 Willows Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Rounders, Athletics, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.6%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Trafford, Willows Primary School is one of the options available in the North West 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 | Victoria Road, Altrincham, Trafford, WA15 6PP |
| Headteacher | Rachel Ross |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Number of Pupils | 388 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.6% |
| School Capacity | 388 / 400 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5376th of 13,686
Nationally
783rd of 2,065
In North West
41st of 55
In Trafford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
81%
'23/24
67%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
159
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
39 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
Victoria Road, Altrincham
Trafford, WA15 6PP
Journey to School
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