MixedIndependent

Willow View School

Rochdale, Rochdale, North West · OL12 6BT

Willow View School is a small independent school in Rochdale, with around 27 pupils on its roll. Its size places it firmly at the intimate end of the spectrum, where teaching can be closely tailored to each child and few pupils go unnoticed. The school is co-educational, takes children from age 11 and has no religious affiliation. Families drawn to a personal, low-headcount setting rather than a large institution will find the scale here distinctive.

27

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
27
Location
Rochdale, Rochdale, North West
Website
https://five-rivers.org/education/schools/willow-view-school/

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Mr Colin Douro

Teaching & academics

Entry at age 11 is by an 11+ assessment, in keeping with the school's selective independent footing. Willow View is overseen by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, and is led by headteacher Mr Colin Douro.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

The last word

A genuinely small independent in Rochdale where the modest roll is the defining feature - one for families who value close attention over scale.

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Willow View School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Willow View School located?

Willow View School is located at Fisherfield Farm, Hargate Avenue, Norden, Rochdale, OL12 6BT.

What type of school is Willow View School?

Willow View School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.

How many pupils attend Willow View School?

Willow View School has approximately 27 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.