Fairfield Community Primary School
103%
Capacity
256
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Fairfield Community Primary School
Fairfield Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bury community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 256 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 249 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fairfield Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher V Gilkey, it falls under Bury local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 40% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12529th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 46 in Bury.
Fairfield Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 61 applications for 30 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 31 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fairfield Community Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Cricket, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Film Club, Art Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bury, Fairfield Community Primary School is one of the options available in the North West 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Rochdale Old Road, Bury, Bury, BL9 7SD |
| Headteacher | V Gilkey |
| Local Authority | Bury |
| Number of Pupils | 256 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.6% |
| School Capacity | 256 / 249 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (40%)
12529th of 13,686
Nationally
1859th of 2,065
In North West
45th of 46
In Bury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
40%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
40%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
61
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
31 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rochdale Old Road, Bury
Bury, BL9 7SD
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