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The Willows

Other independent special school · Special · Ages 5–16 · 23 pupils · Henry Street, Rishton

The council’s dates, for reference

The Willows sets its own term dates. These are Lancashire’s, shown for reference only — check with the school before you book.

Term dates 2026 / 27

Checked 31 August 2026
Term
Autumn term
Tuesday, 1 September 2026 to Friday, 18 December 2026
109 days
Half term
October half term
Monday, 26 October 2026 to Friday, 30 October 2026
5 days
Holiday
Christmas holiday
Saturday, 19 December 2026 to Sunday, 3 January 2027
16 days
Term
Spring term
Monday, 4 January 2027 to Thursday, 25 March 2027
81 days
Half term
February half term
Monday, 15 February 2027 to Friday, 19 February 2027
5 days
Holiday
Easter holiday
Friday, 26 March 2027 to Sunday, 11 April 2027
17 days
Term
Summer term
Monday, 12 April 2027 to Wednesday, 21 July 2027
101 days
Half term
May half term
Monday, 31 May 2027 to Friday, 4 June 2027
5 days
Holiday
Summer holiday
Thursday, 22 July 2027 to Tuesday, 31 August 2027
41 days

Next up: Autumn term, 1 September 2026.

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About The Willows

The Willows is a Special school for ages 5 to 16 in Henry Street, Rishton, with 23 pupils.

TypeOther independent special school
PhaseSpecial
CouncilLancashire
Pupils23 of 40 places
AdmitsMixed
Sixth formDoes not have a sixth form
Opened12 July 2024
URN150634

From Get Information about Schools, as at 31 August 2026.

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The Hyndburn Academy
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Where it is

Willow Grange
Henry Street
Rishton
Lancashire
BB1 4JJ

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