Fairfield Infant School
86%
Capacity
233
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Fairfield Infant School
Fairfield Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Havant community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 233 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Fairfield Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher L Jelliff, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Fairfield Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 122 applications for 73 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
Fairfield Infant School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 9 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fairfield Infant School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Cricket, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Drama, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Havant, Fairfield Infant School is one of the options available in the South East 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Fairfield Road, Havant, Havant, PO9 1AY |
| Headteacher | L Jelliff |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 233 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.6% |
| School Capacity | 233 / 270 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (2 Nov 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Nov 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed73
122
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fairfield Road, Havant
Havant, PO9 1AY
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