Fairfield Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 4-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Fairfield Road Havant Hampshire PO9 1AY |
| Reference Number | 115904 |
Fairfield Infant School maintains its status as a good school, showcasing a positive environment where both staff and pupils thrive. The inspection highlighted the strong support for personal development and well-planned routines that help students settle quickly into their learning. The school's commitment to identifying and addressing individual challenges faced by pupils is commendable, fostering inclusivity and resilience across the student body. Overall, the nurturing atmosphere contributes significantly to students' academic and social growth. However, the report indicates some areas for improvement in the curriculum, particularly in defining the transition from early years to Year 1. A few subjects in key stage 1 lack clarity in their learning pathways, suggesting that the school should focus on refining the curriculum to ensure consistent progression in pupils' knowledge and skills. Despite this, the school's leadership and dedication to continuous enhancement remain evident, reinforcing its strong community ties and focus on student well-being.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 233 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.93%
Girls: 51.07% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 29.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 10.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 25.4 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | 27 | 65 |
| 2 | 33 | 47 | 80 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 85.4% |
| White, Other | 5.2% |
| White & Asian | 1.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.7% |
| Indian | 1.3% |
| African | 1.3% |
| Unclassified | 0.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| Asian, Other | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 01 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 01 Nov 2023 | School inspection |
| 12 Jul 2018 | Short inspection |
| 07 Oct 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 05 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Sep 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Jan 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong support for personal development of pupils
- Nurturing and inclusive school environment
- Effective early identification of pupils' needs
- Well-designed and engaging curriculum
- High levels of pupil engagement and positive behaviour
- Dedicated staff who foster a love of learning
Areas for Improvement
- Some variability in the clarity of the pathway from early years to Year 1
- A couple of subjects in key stage 1 are not as well defined as others
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 33 | 6 |
| Third Preference | 24 | 2 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Bosmere Junior School
South Street, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 1DA |
0.36 miles |
|
Trosnant Junior School
Stockheath Lane, Leigh Park, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 3BD |
0.63 miles |
|
Trosnant Infant School
Stockheath Lane, Leigh Park, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 3BD |
0.63 miles |
|
St Alban's Church of England Aided Primary School
St Alban's Road, West Leigh, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 2JX |
0.67 miles |
|
Bidbury Infant School
Fraser Road, Bedhampton, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 3EF |
0.87 miles |
|
Bidbury Junior School
Fraser Road, Bedhampton, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 3EF |
0.88 miles |
|
St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Havant
Hooks Lane, Bedhampton, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 3DR |
0.93 miles |
|
Barncroft Primary School
Park Lane, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 3HN |
1.13 miles |
|
Front Lawn Primary Academy
Broadmere Avenue, Leigh Park, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 5HX |
1.16 miles |
|
Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School
Prospect Lane, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 5PE |
1.22 miles |
|
Riders Junior School
Kingsclere Avenue, Leigh Park, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 4RY |
1.32 miles |
|
Riders Infant School
Kingsclere Avenue, Leigh Park, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 4RY |
1.32 miles |
|
Emsworth Primary School
Victoria Road, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 7LX |
1.34 miles |
|
St James Church of England Controlled Primary School
Bellevue Lane, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 7PX |
1.72 miles |
|
Warren Park Primary School
Sandleford Road, Leigh Park, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 4LR |
1.79 miles |
|
Rowlands Castle St John's Church of England Controlled Primary School
Whichers Gate Road, Rowland's Castle, Hampshire, PO9 6BB |
2.07 miles |
|
Riverside Community Special School
Scratchface Lane, Purbrook, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 5QD |
2.18 miles |
|
St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Waterlooville
Stakes Hill Road, Stakes Hill Road, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 7BP |
2.23 miles |
|
Morelands Primary School
Crookhorn Lane, Purbrook, Morelands Primary School, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 5QL |
2.35 miles |
|
Springwood Infant School
Springwood Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 8ED |
2.45 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Warblington School
Southleigh Road, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 2RR |
0.4 miles |
|
Releasing Potential School
7 Kingscroft Court, Ridgway, Havant, PO9 1LS |
0.78 miles |
|
Park Community School
Middle Park Way, Leigh Park, Park Community School, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 4BU |
1.53 miles |
|
Glenwood School
Washington Road, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 7NN |
1.6 miles |
|
Havant Academy
Wakefords Way, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 5JD |
1.65 miles |
|
Prospect School
Freeley Road, Havant, Hampshire, PO9 4AQ |
1.81 miles |
|
Havant and South Downs College
College Road, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 8AA |
1.95 miles |
|
Oaklands Catholic School
Stakes Hill Road, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 7BW |
2.16 miles |
|
Crookhorn College
Stakes Hill Road, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 5UD |
2.22 miles |
|
Purbrook Park School
Park Avenue, Purbrook, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 5DS |
2.74 miles |
|
Bourne Community College
Park Road, Southbourne, Emsworth, Hampshire, PO10 8PJ |
2.8 miles |
|
Springfield School
Central Road, Drayton, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 1QY |
3.09 miles |
|
Jubilee School
84-86 Jubilee Road, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 7RE |
3.32 miles |
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The Cowplain School
Hart Plain Avenue, Cowplain, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8 8RY |
3.39 miles |
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Redwood Park Academy
Wembley Grove, Cosham, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 2RY |
3.62 miles |
|
City of Portsmouth College
Tudor Crescent, Cosham, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 2SA |
3.66 miles |
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The Hayling College
Church Road, Hayling Island, Hampshire, PO11 0NU |
3.93 miles |
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Admiral Lord Nelson School
Dundas Lane, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5XT |
4.01 miles |
|
Bere Clinic School
Hemlock Road, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8 8QT |
4.05 miles |
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Rachel Madocks School
Eagle Avenue, Cowplain, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8 9XP |
4.06 miles |