What the children tell us - October 2026:

The best thing about The Willows is.....

'the teachers because they do a lot for us, they comfort us when we are sad and help us all the time, they are so kind'

'that we all work as a team. We are all FISH, STAR and Kindness heroes.'

'everyone is treated the same, we celebrate in assemblies and we learn to make us educated.'

'the sense of community and belonging.'

'I feel safe. I feel like I can be myself. I have friends. I like learning. It is fun.'

'the memories we make and the new things we learn.'

'how the teachers find a way to make the learning fun and exciting.'

'I feel looked after.'

'we are always given amazing opportunities to go on trips, such as London.'

'when I am sad I can tell a trusted adult and they will make me feel better.' 

Parent feedback - July 2026:

'My child feels happy and safe at school.  He is not afraid to raise any issues or concerns to the teacher.'

'I am very happy with the learning support at The Willows. Teachers give clear, targeted help when needed, which has built my child’s confidence and helped them make great progress this year.'

'My child's teacher has been incredible this year and really helped her shine. She’s a credit to the school and a genuinely fantastic teacher who sees her students and understands them. The school has come on leaps and bounds over the last year or so.'

'When we had an incident with another child, the school worked promptly to resolve the matter and kept me informed about it all.'

'My child has had difficulties in the past with regulating their emotions and behaviour! They have had endless support from staff and they have ended up with an outstanding report this year. I am grateful for the support.'

'In the last year I have seen a positive change in pupils behaviour and attitudes. The pupils seem to be happier and more positive about going to school. When standing at the gate in the mornings there is definitely a better atmosphere.'

'I like the fact that any concerns raised with the school staff are immediately dealt with and the children have the support when needed as well.'

'I was impressed with the lessons the children received about managing their emotions, and understanding how their brain works. My child regularly talks about the techniques they have learnt and tries to use these at home, and has definitely got better at expressing emotions.'

'We have had a really positive experience at The Willows this year. The teachers have been kind, supportive and approachable, and my child has grown in both confidence and learning. We really appreciate the care and encouragement the staff give every day. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication.'

Staff feedback September 2026:

'We care deeply about the children and help them find their unique personalities.'

'We are a team and support each other.'

'The children are everyone's priority.'

'We are resilient.'

'We make space to inspire and enable children's ambitions and dreams.' 

'Children are enthusiastic.'

'Leaders are supportive and there is consistency in what we do.'