Is Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Good at its last graded inspection on 13 December 2023. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded C, 205th of 388 primary schools in Hertfordshire. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery's SATs results?

In the 2025 Key Stage 2 tests (SATs), 74% of pupils at Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (England: 62%).

How do I apply for a place at Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery?

Applications for Reception places at Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

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Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery

The Brow, Watford, WD25 7NX

Local ranking205th of 388 primary schools in Hertfordshire

Ofsted: Good

Primary

Phase

243

Capacity

3-11

Age range

Mixed

Gender

Latest data: 2025 SATs · Ofsted inspection 13 December 2023.

Year:

KS2 Results (Year 6 SATs)

2024-25

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected): 74.0% nat62.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths (Higher): 23.0% nat8.0%
Reading (Expected): 87.0%
Writing (Expected): 84.0%
Maths (Expected): 81.0%
Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling (Expected): 87.0%
Reading avg scaled score: 108.0 nat106.0
Maths avg scaled score: 106.0 nat105.0
GPS avg scaled score: 107.0
Cohort Size: 31

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 238
Boys: 120 (50%)
Girls: 118 (50%)
Capacity: 243 (98% full)
SEND: 21.0%
FSM Eligible: 24.9%
EAL: 32.4%
SEN with EHC Plan: 3.8%
SEN Support: 17.2%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 19.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 11.9
Budget per Pupil: £7,129/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

Overall Absence Rate: 5.3% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 11.4% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Academy converter
Phase: Primary
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Not applicable

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 49.6%
White Other: 10.9%
Asian Pakistani: 9.7%
Black African: 6.7%
Asian Indian: 5.5%
Asian Other: 4.2%
Mixed Other: 3.8%
Mixed White & Asian: 2.1%

49.6%

White British

10.9%

White Other

9.7%

Asian Pakistani

Historical Trends

KS2 Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Ethnicity Over Time

Contact & Location

01923678240

jonny.spector@albanwood.agoralp.co.uk

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The Brow

Watford, East of England

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Administrative

URN: 144907
UKPRN: 10065027
Establishment No.: 3981
Trust: AGORA LEARNING PARTNERSHIP

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