Fairfields School

URN: 122160 • Northampton NN2 6JN

Overview

Name
Fairfields School
URN
122160
Type
Community special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
68.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lesley Elder (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01604714777
Website
Visit
Address
Trinity Avenue, Northampton NN2 6JN

Summary

Fairfields School is a community special school located in Northampton, catering to a mixed-gender population of 125 pupils, surpassing its capacity of 115. The school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where each child is supported to reach their full potential. Fairfields emphasizes the importance of individual learning pathways, tracking each pupil's progress and needs to foster academic, social, and emotional development.

The curriculum at Fairfields is designed to be engaging and varied, with a strong focus on play-based learning, which is seen as essential for active engagement and skill development. The school offers specialist provisions, including hydrotherapy, conductive education, and music therapy, to enhance the educational experience for its pupils.

Collaboration with parents and carers is highly valued, as they play a crucial role in their child's education. The dedicated staff at Fairfields are committed to creating a positive and supportive atmosphere, ensuring that all pupils feel included and motivated to learn. For more information, visit their website at www.fairfields.northants.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
West Northamptonshire
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
115
Pupils
125
Boys
82
Girls
43
FSM %
32.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northamptonshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 125 82 43 115 32.00
2024-09-11 124 78 46 115 33.10
2023-09-11 123 82 41 115 33.30
2022-09-11 123 82 41 115 33.30
2021-09-11 120 81 39 115 32.50
2020-09-11 118 86 32 115 33.90

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