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Willowbank Primary School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
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Willowbank Primary School
- Primary
- Cullompton EX15 1EZ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Not Previously Inspected |
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Foundational Skills: Reading is a priority in the school; children are taught phonics as soon as they start and develop well.
Success of the Curriculum: Leaders have created a curriculum that is designed well, with high expectations for all pupils.
Areas Needing Improvement: In some subjects, teachers do not check well enough what pupils know and remember.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils read books with increasing accuracy, fluency, and expression; they confidently explain their mathematical thinking.
Support for Falling Behind: If pupils fall behind, they receive the support they need to catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have positive attitudes to learning and behave well in lessons and social times.
Support for SEND Pupils: Leaders are ambitious for what pupils with SEND can achieve; their plans are precise and regularly reviewed.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Pupils say if bullying happens, they trust adults to deal with it quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Leaders place strong emphasis on supporting pupils’ social and emotional well-being.
Parent Feedback: While many parents recognize and praise the school’s work, some raised concerns about pupils’ behaviour.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils enjoy the range of clubs on offer, such as coding and dance.
Teacher Engagement: Staff value the time and training they receive to develop their subject knowledge.
Impact on Student Progress: Leaders need to ensure teachers check what pupils know and remember across all subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers make checks to find out how well pupils understand what they are learning.
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About Us
Willowbank Primary School is a Primary, Co-Ed school located in Devon, South West.
It has 249 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 58% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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On September 1, 2018, our major primary school joined the First Federation Trust. Primary schools in Devon make to the Multi-Academy Trust known as The First Federation. Nine religious schools and five community schools, big and small, rural and urban, make up our diverse group. The Trust is based on a solid family network of institutions that are hardwired to work together to guarantee the highest ambitions for all kids. There are now 11 classrooms teaching 286 students total at Willowbank. Our goal is to give every child the chance to achieve their full potential. Our school values of being polite, kind, trustworthy, determined, and honest are promoted and nurtured in a safe and engaging atmosphere. Each child is supported and encouraged to perform their best and participate in a variety of activities by our dedicated and skilled staff, who work really hard to achieve this goal. We work hard to give our kids the knowledge and resources they need to be successful, lifelong learners so that they can all look back on their time in primary school with fondness. We keep trying to get better, we believe we can accomplish our goals, and we learn from our errors. Please get in touch with us if you'd like to come see our joyful school so we can set up a guided tour and answer any questions you might have.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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C+
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-11 | 4-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.8 | 23.4 | 21 |
| Proficient Math | 104 | 103 | 108 |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 103 | 107 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 104 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 93 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 58% | 50.35% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 12% | 5.99% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 1.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.7 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 99 | 90 | 96 |
| Reading | 100 | 90 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 47% | 56.07% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.32% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -5.0 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.7 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Willowbank Primary School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1