Key Information
Admissions
The Local Offer provides information about the provision that the local authority has available across education, health and social care for children and young people who have Special Educational Needs and/or disability (SEND). The provisions identified in the Local Offer will be in Nottingham City, and can also include services outside of Nottingham City which is likely to be used by children and young people with SEN.
Academy day
Here at Willowfield Academy, you will find friendly staff who will welcome you into the school.
Attendance
Willowfield Academy aims to increase the levels of attendance by promoting a positive attitude to attendance and punctuality among pupils and their families.
Safeguarding
Willowfield Academy staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This culture means we have a Safeguarding Policy, and procedures in place which we refer to below and in the policy section of our website.
SEND
Willowfield Academy is committed to providing full and appropriate support to pupils with Special
Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We operate a ‘whole pupil; whole school’ approach for our pupils and adopt inclusive practices with a focus on raising aspirations and improving pupils’ outcomes, regardless of barriers and challenges they may face.
School Meals
Our school meals are provided by Coombs Catering. Meals are prepared on-site using quality, wholesome produce and offer good value for £2.50 per day.
Uniform
For full details on our school uniform, including how to order branded uniform, can be found on our dedicated uniform page.
Transition Information
At Willowfield Academy, we recognise that every pupil’s journey is unique, and starting a new school can bring different challenges and opportunities. Our Transition Guide outlines a structured and supportive five-step transition process, ensuring that all pupils, regardless of their starting points, feel safe, valued, and ready to succeed.
Positive Behaviour
Willowfield Academy has adopted the Raleigh Education Trust Six Behaviour Principles.
These principles underpin the academy’s Three Golden Rules, the behaviour we wish all our pupils and staff to experience daily.
Wellbeing at Willowfield
At Willowfield Academy, we are committed to nurturing a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every pupil can thrive.
We prioritise emotional, social, and physical wellbeing, empowering pupils to build resilience, develop healthy relationships, and achieve their full potential.
Careers Programme
Our intent is to equip our pupils with a broad and meaningful range of experiences that inspire and empower them. Through exposure to different industries, career pathways, and real-world workplace environments, we aim to build their self-confidence, ambition, and deepen their awareness of the broad range of opportunities available to them.