Willow School
Willow School is an independent special school in Sleaford for pupils aged 7 to 14. It has 20 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Willow School is Good, from an inspection in September 2025.
Ofsted inspection: September 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-14 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 25 Jermyn Street North Kesteven Sleaford Lincolnshire NG34 7RU |
| Reference Number | 150438 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 20 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 85%
Girls: 15% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Willow School, in its first inspection since registering in February 2024, has been rated as 'Good' across all inspected areas including the quality of education and behaviour. The school is dedicated to making a positive impact on its pupils' lives, especially those who have faced challenges in their previous educational experiences. Parents appreciate the strong relationships fostered between staff and pupils, contributing to a supportive environment that promotes emotional well-being and personal growth. Additionally, the school's commitment to nurturing and individualized learning is evident in the way staff adapt to each pupil's needs, particularly those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 15 Jul 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 15 Jul 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Feb 2024 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff, pupils, and parents.
- Individualized support for pupils with SEND.
- High aspirations and confidence-building approaches for all pupils.
- Effective behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies.
- Broad and ambitious curriculum tailored to pupil needs.
- Strong personal development programme that includes key life skills.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent implementation of the curriculum across subjects.
- Limited opportunities for pupils to rehearse reading and writing skills.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Willow School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is Willow School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Willow School is Good, from an inspection in September 2025.
When was Willow School last inspected by Ofsted?
Willow School was last inspected in September 2025.
How many pupils does Willow School have?
Willow School has 20 pupils on roll.
What age range does Willow School cover?
Willow School for pupils aged 7 to 14.
Where is Willow School?
Willow School is at 25 Jermyn Street, North Kesteven, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7RU.