Nascot Wood Junior School
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About Nascot Wood Junior School
Nascot Wood Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Watford community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 240 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 240 places).
the school is led by headteacher Christina Singh, it falls under Hertfordshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 78% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1854th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 22 in Watford.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Nascot Wood Junior School include Forest School, Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Dance, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Art Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Watford, Nascot Wood Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Nascot Wood Road, Watford, Watford, WD17 4YS |
| Headteacher | Christina Singh |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Number of Pupils | 240 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.7% |
| School Capacity | 240 / 240 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Source: Ofsted, 29 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (78%)
1854th of 13,686
Nationally
173rd of 1,612
In East of England
6th of 22
In Watford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
78%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
92%
'23/24
78%
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
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Contact Information
Nascot Wood Road, Watford
Watford, WD17 4YS
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