Willow School
| 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 |
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).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 9 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 66.67%
Girls: 33.33% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
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 |
|---|
| 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.
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