Fairfields Primary School
Basingstoke, RG21 3DH · Hampshire · primary school
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238th of 300 primary schools in Hampshire we can score, 420 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 the 4,206 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0/10 among them, against 2.3/10 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 | 52.0 · 22 | 40% | 0.88 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Fairfields Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 2.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in February 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.0 out of 10 among them, against 2.3 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 403 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 below the expected standard in maths? What specific steps are taken to raise attainment to the national median? How does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating while addressing the gap in higher-standard results?
What Ofsted said about Fairfields Primary School
Overview
Fairfields Primary School is described as a community school underpinned by core values of ‘love, honesty, celebration and respect’, creating an ‘inclusive culture’ where pupils feel welcomed. The report highlights that pupils are ‘focused and work hard in lessons’, benefiting from a positive atmosphere where ‘low-level disruption in classrooms is rare’. Leaders are committed to ensuring success for all, with staff and parents expressing high satisfaction regarding the school’s supportive environment and care for diversity.
Strengths
- The ‘personal development of pupils is exceptional’, fostering a ‘culture of togetherness’ through multi-faith prayers and celebrations of diversity.
- A ‘well-established reading programme’ and ‘welcoming library’ help pupils become ‘fluent readers’ and develop a love of books.
- Pupils have ‘many opportunities for developing their leadership skills’, including roles as ‘young interpreters’ and ‘anti-bullying ambassadors’.
- The curriculum in subjects such as writing, art, and computing is ‘designed well’, allowing pupils to express ideas effectively and demonstrate key skills.
- Staff appreciate leaders’ ‘conscious decisions’ regarding workload and well-being, contributing to a positive staff culture.
Areas to improve
- In ‘a few subjects’, leaders must specify the ‘full range of key knowledge, skills and vocabulary’ to ensure pupils’ understanding ‘consistently build[s] over time’.
- Leaders are ‘continuing to develop the early years environment’ to further strengthen learning opportunities for younger children.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’, noting a ‘strong safeguarding culture’ with thorough record-keeping and up-to-date staff training.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 50% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 52% |
| 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
—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
- 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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