Kingsway Infants' School
97%
Capacity
174
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Kingsway Infants' School
Kingsway Infants' School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Watford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 174 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Kingsway Infants' School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Deborah Knights, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Kingsway Infants' School is a popular choice with families — it received 99 applications for 50 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 44 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kingsway Infants' School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Choir, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Watford, Kingsway Infants' School 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | North Approach, Watford, Watford, WD25 0ES |
| Headteacher | Deborah Knights |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 174 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.0% |
| School Capacity | 174 / 180 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
99
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
44 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
North Approach, Watford
Watford, WD25 0ES
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