Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery

URN: 134685 • Watford WD25 7NX

Overview

Name
Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery
URN
134685
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
71.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachel Kirk (since 2025)
Telephone
Website
Address
The Brow, Watford WD25 7NX

Summary

Alban Wood Primary School and Nursery, located in Watford, Hertfordshire, is a mixed community school catering to 233 pupils, with a capacity of 243. The school emphasizes a nurturing environment where respect, kindness, and ambition are central to its ethos. High expectations are set for all students, fostering individual talents and celebrating achievements across various aspects of school life.

The curriculum at Alban Wood is designed to provide a stimulating learning experience, with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, alongside a range of extracurricular activities. The school promotes a sense of community and togetherness, encouraging students to engage in various clubs and events that enhance their social skills and teamwork.

With 19% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Alban Wood is committed to supporting all students, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive academically and socially. The school actively involves parents and the wider community, creating a collaborative environment that benefits the overall development of its pupils.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
243
Pupils
233
Boys
120
Girls
115
FSM %
19.00
Open date
2005-09-02
Close date
2017-08-31
Last Ofsted
2017-03-03
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 233 120 115 243 19.00
2024-09-11 233 120 115 243 19.00
2023-09-11 233 120 115 243 19.00
2022-09-11 233 120 115 243 19.00
2021-09-11 233 120 115 243 19.00
2020-09-11 233 120 115 243 19.00

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