Fairfield Infant and Nursery School
URN: 112699 • Buxton SK17 7PQ
Overview
- Name
- Fairfield Infant and Nursery School
- URN
- 112699
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennifer Allin (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 0129822441
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Fairfield Infant & Nursery School, Buxton SK17 7PQ
Summary
Fairfield Infant and Nursery School is a community primary school located in Buxton, Derbyshire, catering to children aged 2 to 7 years. With a current enrolment of 149 pupils and a capacity of 180, the school aims to provide a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. The school's ethos, encapsulated in the motto "Learning for Life," emphasizes individual support and the development of each child's potential within a caring and supportive community.
The curriculum at Fairfield is designed to be engaging and varied, offering enrichment opportunities that cater to the diverse needs of its pupils. The school's commitment to fostering positive learning behaviours is reflected in its code of conduct, which promotes respect among students and staff alike. Additionally, the school is Attachment and Relationship Aware, ensuring that emotional well-being is a priority.
Fairfield Infant and Nursery School actively encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits for prospective families. The school provides essential information regarding admissions, safeguarding, and special educational needs through its website, ensuring transparency and accessibility for all stakeholders.
The curriculum at Fairfield is designed to be engaging and varied, offering enrichment opportunities that cater to the diverse needs of its pupils. The school's commitment to fostering positive learning behaviours is reflected in its code of conduct, which promotes respect among students and staff alike. Additionally, the school is Attachment and Relationship Aware, ensuring that emotional well-being is a priority.
Fairfield Infant and Nursery School actively encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits for prospective families. The school provides essential information regarding admissions, safeguarding, and special educational needs through its website, ensuring transparency and accessibility for all stakeholders.
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Nearby alternatives
- Litton CofE Primary School (66.9)
- Burbage Primary School (64.1)
- Bishop Pursglove CofE (A) Primary School (63.1)
- Hartington CofE Primary School (61.4)
- Harpur Hill Primary School (61.0)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 2 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 180
- Pupils
- 149
- Boys
- 90
- Girls
- 59
- FSM %
- 57.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-10-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 149 | 90 | 59 | 180 | 57.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 186 | 104 | 82 | 180 | 51.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | 110 | 100 | 180 | 46.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 210 | 110 | 100 | 180 | 46.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 197 | 104 | 93 | 180 | 43.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 205 | 106 | 99 | 180 | 33.10 |
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