Fairhaven Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
94%
Capacity
99
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Fairhaven Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Fairhaven Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Broadland community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 99 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Fairhaven Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Stephanie Lake, it falls under Norfolk local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 59% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8063rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 35 in Broadland.
Fairhaven Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 17 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
Fairhaven Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (51 responses).
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 Fairhaven Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Dance, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Broadland, Fairhaven Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Road, Norwich, Broadland, NR13 6DZ |
| Headteacher | Stephanie Lake |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Number of Pupils | 99 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.1% |
| School Capacity | 99 / 105 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (59%)
8063rd of 13,686
Nationally
874th of 1,612
In East of England
17th of 35
In Broadland
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
59%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
35%
'23/24
59%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
51 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
25
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (64% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fairhaven Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
School Road, Norwich
Broadland, NR13 6DZ
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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