The Willows vs Lexden Springs School
Side-by-side comparison of key school data
The Willows
Colchester
Lexden Springs School
Colchester
Overview
Phase
Special
Special
Type
Other independent special school
Academy special sponsor led
Age Range
11–17
3–19
Gender
Mixed
Mixed
Religious Character
-
Does not apply
Admissions
-
-
Local Authority
Essex
Essex
Pupils & Capacity
Pupils
-
301
Capacity
4
290
Occupancy
0%
104%
FSM %
-
63.0%
Nursery
Sixth Form
Boarding
Ofsted
Overall Rating
-
-
Quality of Education
-
-
Behaviour & Attitudes
-
-
Personal Development
-
-
Leadership & Management
-
-
Last Inspected
Aug 2026
-