How many pupils does Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery have?

Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery has 180 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

What is Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection (29 November 2022).

How does Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?

50% of pupils at Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.

Is Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery part of an academy trust?

Yes — Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery is part of THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST.

Where is Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery?

Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery is located at Barnardiston Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 0DT.

Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery

Barnardiston Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 0DT

Good

Inspected 29 November 2022

Good

Ofsted

50%

KS2 expected

Primary

Phase

3–11

Ages

180

Pupils

Mixed

Gender

Academy sponsor led

Type

About Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery

Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery is an academy sponsor led in Colchester, Essex, England, for pupils aged 3–11. It has 180 pupils on roll. It is part of THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST. Its most recent Ofsted inspection (29 November 2022) rated it Good. At the end of Key Stage 2, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. 39.2% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 30.6% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority: Essex →
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Phase: Primary
Age Range: Ages 3–11
Gender: Mixed
Pupils / Capacity: 180 / 210 (86%)
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Nursery: Has Nursery Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Last Ofsted Inspection: 29 November 2022

Pupil profile

2023/24

Who attends this school — useful context if you’re considering teaching here.

39.2%

Free school meals

30.6%

EAL

2.8%

SEN support

15%

EHC plan

Source: DfE School Census, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Results & performance

2023/24

Official Department for Education results, pupil destinations and attendance.

SATs results (Key Stage 2)

50%

Expected standard (RWM)

Higher standard (RWM)

105

Avg reading score

105

Avg maths score

Attendance

7.7%

Overall absence

21.6%

Persistent absence

Source: Department for Education performance tables, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Some independent schools’ qualifications (e.g. IGCSEs) are not all reflected in these figures.

Workforce

2024/25

Staffing at this school, with the trend over recent years — useful if you’re considering working here.

11.2

Teachers (FTE)

↑ +0.4 vs 2023/24

15.6

Pupils per teacher

↓ -2.0 vs 2023/24

5.5

Teaching assistants (FTE)

↓ -0.8 vs 2023/24

£43,756

Avg teacher salary

Mean · 23% on leadership pay

↑ +£1,467 vs 2023/24

Teacher vacancies

0% rate

→ 0 vs 2023/24

2.4

Leadership (FTE)

→ 0.0 vs 2023/24

Data for the 2024/25 academic year (trend lines show 3 years). Source: DfE School Workforce Census, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. State-funded schools only.

School finances

2024-25

How this school is funded and where the money goes — per pupil.

£7,584

Spend per pupil

£8,530

Income per pupil

50%

Spent on teaching staff

Source: DfE school finance returns (CFR for council-maintained schools, AAR for academies), 2024-25, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Per-pupil figures are calculated from total income/expenditure.

Contact Details

Address: Barnardiston Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 0DT
Phone: 01206864375
Head Teacher: Lynne Kapovic
Website: https://willowbrook-tkat.org/

Academy Trust

THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST →

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Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery?: Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery is an academy sponsor led in Colchester, Essex, England, for pupils aged 3–11.
How many pupils does Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery have?: Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery has 180 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.
What is Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery's Ofsted rating?: Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery was rated Good at its most recent Ofsted inspection (29 November 2022).
How does Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?: 50% of pupils at Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.
Is Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery part of an academy trust?: Yes — Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery is part of THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST.
Where is Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery?: Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery is located at Barnardiston Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 0DT.

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