Fairfield Road Primary School
93%
Capacity
438
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Fairfield Road Primary School
Fairfield Road Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tameside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 438 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 472 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fairfield Road Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alec Stephenson, it falls under Tameside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2684th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 57 in Tameside.
Fairfield Road Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 51 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
Fairfield Road Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (66 responses).
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 Road Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Netball, Rounders, as well as clubs including Film Club, Chess, Choir, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.2%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tameside, Fairfield Road 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Grove Street, Manchester, Tameside, M43 6AF |
| Headteacher | Alec Stephenson |
| Local Authority | Tameside |
| Number of Pupils | 438 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.2% |
| School Capacity | 438 / 472 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2684th of 13,686
Nationally
371st of 2,065
In North West
9th of 57
In Tameside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
66 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed51
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fairfield Road Primary School
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Contact Information
Grove Street, Manchester
Tameside, M43 6AF
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