Fairfield Primary School
Widnes, WA8 6TH · Halton · primary school
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13th of 47 primary schools in Halton we can score, 49 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 — 8.0/10 against 2,240 of them, against 6.7/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 13.0 · 78 | 25% | 1.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fairfield Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 13.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (8.0 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in April 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in football, cross country, gymnastics, dodgeball, and swimming, with an after-school club available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 582 pupils against a stated capacity of 620. 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 who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2024 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Fairfield Primary School
Overview
Fairfield Primary School continues to be a good school, providing an environment where pupils "flourish academically, personally and socially." The report highlights a "suitably ambitious curriculum" that is carefully ordered to help pupils achieve well, supported by staff who are "highly knowledgeable" and deeply care for their students.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "carefully ordered" with new content building securely on previous learning, helping pupils achieve well across all subjects.
- Reading is placed "at the heart of all learning," supported by an "enticing library," reading advocates, and effective phonics instruction in the early years.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are identified quickly and supported effectively, allowing them to "achieve well across the full curriculum."
- Behaviour is excellent, with pupils being "polite and respectful" and immersed in their learning due to clear expectations and caring relationships.
- Staff morale is high, with leaders ensuring an "acceptable work–life balance" and providing time for training and development.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, teachers do not ensure pupils have sufficient opportunities to "recap and recall previous learning," meaning some pupils are less confident in recalling earlier knowledge.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 63% |
| 2023/24 | 64% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
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Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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