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Schools in WD17

A postcode district in Hertfordshire

  • Postcode district
  • 21 schools and nurseries

In short: WD17 is a postcode district in Hertfordshire with 8 primary schools and 12 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries218 primary · 12 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in WD17

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All WD17 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in WD17

8 in WD17, best first

Nascot Wood Junior School

Watford, WD17 4YS · State · Primary · Ages 7 to 11

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Results well above the England average.

Met the standard at 1188%

England 62%

Days missed
4.5%
Pupils
240
Pupils per teacher
22.6
View school Nascot Wood Junior School

Cassiobury Junior School

Watford, WD17 3PD · State · Primary · Ages 7 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

Met the standard at 1177%

England 62%

Days missed
4.4%
Pupils
359
Pupils per teacher
23.5
View school Cassiobury Junior School
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Nurseries in WD17

12 in WD17, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in WD17

1 in WD17, by the school's Eduscope score

Special Schools in WD17

1 in WD17. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

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Every school in WD17, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Central Primary School, Expected standard or betterCassiobury Junior School, GoodCassiobury Infant and Nursery School, GoodNascot Wood Junior School, OutstandingNascot Wood Infant and Nursery School, GoodLanchester Primary School, GoodNisai Virtual Academy Ltd, GoodWatford St John's Church of England Primary School, Requires improvement in 3 areasHoly Rood Catholic Primary School, OutstandingSquirrel Nurseries (Watford Lanchester), GoodTop Place Preschool, GoodSuper Steps Nursery, GoodMonkey Puzzle Day Nursery Watford, GoodThe Little Sparkles Preschool Limited, GoodBoys & Girls Nursery (Watford) Limited, GoodSt Luke's Pre-School, GoodJack in the Box at Nascotwood, OutstandingBuilding Blocks Preschool Nurseries Ltd, GoodCanopy, Frogmore House NurseryYour Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery and Pre-School, Watford Junction, GoodToad Hall Nursery Watford, Good
  • Outstanding3
  • Good15
  • Not graded yet3
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in WD17 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

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What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every WD17 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

WD17 has 21 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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How many schools are in WD17?

WD17 has 21 schools, including 8 primary schools, 12 nurseries, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in WD17?

The highest-ranked schools in WD17 on Eduscope are Nascot Wood Junior School, Holy Rood Catholic Primary School, Cassiobury Junior School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How do I choose the right school in WD17?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 21 schools in WD17 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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