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The Willows Primary School

Downing Close, Ipswich, IP2 9ER

A Requires improvement-rated primary school in Ipswich where 35% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils
306
Ages
3-11
FSM
55.2%
Capacity
420
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Feb 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
54.0%
Writing
50.0%
Maths
50.0%
RWM Combined
35.0%

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About The Willows Primary School

The Willows Primary School is a primary school in Ipswich, Suffolk. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Requires improvement (2024 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 35% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 306 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Downing Close, Ipswich, IP2 9ER | More schools in Suffolk

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Willows Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jan 2025 — Taking effective action to tackle the areas…
  2. Feb 2024 — Requires improvement
  3. Jan 2020 — Requires improvement
  4. Jan 2013 — Good (predecessor: The Willows Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The Willows Primary School

What is The Willows Primary School's Ofsted rating?
The Willows Primary School received a Requires improvement rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are The Willows Primary School's latest exam results?
The Willows Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 35% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Willows Primary School located?
The Willows Primary School is a primary school in Ipswich, Suffolk (IP2 9ER).
How many pupils attend The Willows Primary School?
The Willows Primary School has around 306 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Willows Primary School with other schools?
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