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Willows Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Willows Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 184 pupils, and a capacity of 150 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

184

Pupils

150

Capacity

123%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Willows Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Willows Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with North East Lincolnshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 184 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by North East Lincolnshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Willows Academy — School Information

Full address
Queensway, Grimsby, DN37 9AT
Local authority
North East Lincolnshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
38.7% of pupils
DfE URN
139420

Other Primary Schools in Grimsby

If Willows Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Grimsby are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Willows Academy

Is Willows Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Willows Academy currently has 184 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Willows Academy?

Admission to Willows Academy is managed by North East Lincolnshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Willows Academy cover?

Willows Academy is a primary school in Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Willows Academy?

Willows Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.