Fairfield Academy
101%
Capacity
318
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Fairfield Academy
Fairfield Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North East Lincolnshire community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 318 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fairfield Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katie McGuire, it falls under North East Lincolnshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4576th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 42 in North East Lincolnshire.
Fairfield Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 64 applications for 29 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fairfield Academy include Library, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Swimming, Cricket, Netball, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North East Lincolnshire, Fairfield Academy is one of the options available in the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Mendip Avenue, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN33 3AE |
| Headteacher | Katie McGuire |
| Local Authority | North East Lincolnshire |
| Number of Pupils | 318 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.0% |
| School Capacity | 318 / 315 (101% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jan 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4576th of 13,686
Nationally
462nd of 1,506
In Yorkshire and the Humber
15th of 42
In North East Lincolnshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
64
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mendip Avenue, Grimsby
North East Lincolnshire, DN33 3AE
Journey to School
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