Fairfield High School
Bristol, BS7 9NL · Bristol, City of · secondary school
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6th of 22 secondary schools in Bristol, City of we can score, 24 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.1/10 against 678 of them, against 6.5/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 50.7 · 64 | 30% | 1.92 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.25 · 69 | 25% | 1.72 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 47.3 · 57 | 10% | 0.57 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fairfield High School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.2% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 48.9, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.25 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.3 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023.
Beyond the classroom
The school organises Sports Day.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,057 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,080. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to maintain the progress seen in the 2023/24 data? What specific support is available for students aiming to raise their Attainment 8 scores? How does the school manage class sizes with 23 places currently available?
What Ofsted said about Fairfield High School
Overview
Fairfield High School continues to be a good school, providing a "calm and purposeful atmosphere" where pupils feel happy and safe. Leaders maintain high expectations for behaviour and conduct, ensuring staff are "caring and respectful" while challenging any disrespect or bullying. The school is described by parents as "nurturing" and effective in preparing pupils to be good citizens.
Strengths
- Leaders have an "ambitious vision" for education, with carefully planned curricula that allow pupils to build successfully on prior knowledge.
- Teachers possess strong subject knowledge and use assessment effectively to "remedy pupils’ misconceptions" and inform future planning.
- Pupils enjoy a wide range of clubs and activities, such as drama and languages, which are open to all and develop their talents.
- The curriculum strongly supports personal development, helping pupils engage with different views, understand tolerance, and develop healthy relationships.
- Staff feel supported regarding workload and well-being, while governors and trustees provide effective challenge and ensure resources are well managed.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum for pupils in the early stages of learning to read is "not effective enough," lacking clear phonic knowledge and well-matched books.
- Leaders must ensure the reading curriculum supports all pupils to read "confidently and fluently" to provide a strong foundation for other subjects.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with staff confident in identifying risks and leaders taking appropriate action in partnership with external agencies.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 49.9 |
| 2024/25 | 48.9 |
| 2025/26 | 47.3 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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