Fairfield High School
URN: 140868 • Hereford HR2 0SG
Overview
- Name
- Fairfield High School
- URN
- 140868
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- FAIRFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 69.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Jennings (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01981550231
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Peterchurch, Hereford HR2 0SG
Summary
Fairfield High School is a mixed academy converter located in Hereford, Herefordshire, with a current enrolment of 612 students, exceeding its capacity of 600. The school has consistently received an Outstanding rating from Ofsted in its last four inspections, reflecting its commitment to high-quality teaching and learning. The staff's dedication and enthusiasm play a crucial role in fostering a supportive educational environment.
The school follows the Herefordshire Local Authority's admissions policy, with a Pupil Admission Number (PAN) of 120 for Year 7. Applications for entry must be submitted by 31st October, with notifications sent out on 1st March. Parents are encouraged to read all admissions information carefully and are provided with an appeals process should their child not secure a preferred school placement.
Fairfield High School values its partnership with parents and carers, recognising their importance in the success of students. The school aims to maintain a balance between traditional values and modern educational practices, ensuring a well-rounded experience for all pupils. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
The school follows the Herefordshire Local Authority's admissions policy, with a Pupil Admission Number (PAN) of 120 for Year 7. Applications for entry must be submitted by 31st October, with notifications sent out on 1st March. Parents are encouraged to read all admissions information carefully and are provided with an appeals process should their child not secure a preferred school placement.
Fairfield High School values its partnership with parents and carers, recognising their importance in the success of students. The school aims to maintain a balance between traditional values and modern educational practices, ensuring a well-rounded experience for all pupils. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
Useful links
- Google Classroom (other)
- evolve (other)
- Student Email (other)
- Juniper Websites (other)
- Accessibility Statement (other)
- High Visibility Version (other)
- Follow Us (other)
- Sisra (other)
- My Concern (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Mary's RC High School (78.4)
- Fairfield High School (70.2)
- Whitecross Hereford (67.5)
- The Bishop of Hereford's Bluecoat School (63.3)
- Weobley High School (56.5)
Key details
- LA
- Herefordshire, County of
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- FAIRFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 600
- Pupils
- 612
- Boys
- 313
- Girls
- 299
- FSM %
- 17.40
- Open date
- 2014-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Herefordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 612 | 313 | 299 | 600 | 17.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 579 | 283 | 296 | 600 | 14.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 550 | 265 | 285 | 600 | 10.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 550 | 265 | 285 | 600 | 10.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 530 | 262 | 268 | 450 | 9.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 508 | 261 | 247 | 450 | 7.90 |
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