PrimaryData as of May 2026

Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery

Barnardiston Road, Colchester, CO4 0DT

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

180

Ages

3-11

FSM

38.5%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2022

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

80.0%

Writing

53.0%

Maths

77.0%

RWM Combined

50.0%

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About Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery

Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Colchester, Essex. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 50% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 180 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Barnardiston Road, Colchester, CO4 0DT | More schools in Essex

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2022 — Good
Jun 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery

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

Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

What are Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery's latest exam results?

Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery: KS2 2024/25: 50% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery located?

Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Colchester, Essex (CO4 0DT).

How many pupils attend Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery?

Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery has around 180 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Willow Brook Primary School and Nursery with other schools?

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