History of our School

Nascot Wood Junior School opened in April 1971 on a site that was once woodland, forming part of the historic Cassiobury House Estate.

Our school badge reflects this heritage. The monogram of the Earls of Essex, former owners of Cassiobury House, was discovered in a 19th-century book—History and Description of Cassiobury Park by John Britton—and, with the approval of the ninth Earl of Essex, was adopted as our school emblem.

We share our site with Nascot Wood Infant and Nursery School, with whom we maintain very close links. As a non-denominational, all-ability county school, we welcome children aged 7 to 11, primarily serving our local community while also offering places to families from further afield where availability allows.

Our Environment

Our school grounds are a distinctive and valued part of daily life at Nascot Wood.

Each classroom opens directly onto a tree-lined playground, featuring vegetable planters, grassy areas and tarmac spaces suitable for football, cricket and netball. Smaller, quieter areas provide space for children to read, talk and play in small groups.

The school also benefits from:

• A large playing field

• Extensive mature woodland used for outdoor learning and exploration

• A heated outdoor swimming pool with dedicated changing facilities

A Growing School Community

In 2011, we expanded our facilities by acquiring the Recital Hall of the former Watford School of Music from Hertfordshire County Council.

This space has been refurbished and is now an important part of school life. It is used by both Nascot Wood schools for music, PE and drama, as well as for meetings, staff training and special events such as International Day, concerts and performances.

Outside of school hours, the Recital Hall is available for hire by parents, community groups and local organisations.