Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School
117%
Capacity
210
Pupils
5.4x
Demand
About Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School
Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Watford community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (117% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Pam Scragg, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 323 applications for 60 places, making it 5.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 113 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Library, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 2.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Watford, Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Nascot Wood Road, Watford, Watford, WD17 4YT |
| Headteacher | Pam Scragg |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 2.0% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 180 (117% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
31 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2023. 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
323
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
113 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Nascot Wood Road, Watford
Watford, WD17 4YT
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