Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery
98%
Capacity
238
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery
Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Watford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 238 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 243 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jonny Spector, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7991st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 22 in Watford.
Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 96 applications for 29 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery include Outdoor Playground, Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Forest School, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Watford, Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery is one of the options available in the East of England region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | The Brow, Watford, Watford, WD25 7NX |
| Headteacher | Jonny Spector |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 238 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.6% |
| School Capacity | 238 / 243 (98% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7991st of 13,686
Nationally
867th of 1,612
In East of England
15th of 22
In Watford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
60%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
96
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Brow, Watford
Watford, WD25 7NX
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