Fairhaven Primary School
87%
Capacity
273
Pupils
4.1x
Demand
About Fairhaven Primary School
Fairhaven Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dudley community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 273 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 315 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fairhaven Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Louise de Graaff, it falls under Dudley local authority.
Fairhaven Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 22 places, making it 4.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fairhaven Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Forest School, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Coding, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dudley, Fairhaven Primary School is one of the options available in the West Midlands 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 | Barnett Lane, Stourbridge, Dudley, DY8 5PY |
| Headteacher | Louise de Graaff |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Number of Pupils | 273 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 273 / 315 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Nov 2021. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed22
90
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (23% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barnett Lane, Stourbridge
Dudley, DY8 5PY
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