Fairhouse Community Primary School
99%
Capacity
416
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Fairhouse Community Primary School
Fairhouse Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basildon community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 416 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Fairhouse Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelly Hamilton, it falls under Essex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9009th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 39 in Basildon.
Fairhouse Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 79 applications for 44 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 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 Fairhouse Community Primary School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Football, Cricket, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basildon, Fairhouse Community 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Long Riding, Basildon, Basildon, SS14 1QP |
| Headteacher | Kelly Hamilton |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 416 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.3% |
| School Capacity | 416 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jun 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9009th of 13,686
Nationally
985th of 1,612
In East of England
25th of 39
In Basildon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
56%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
79
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Long Riding, Basildon
Basildon, SS14 1QP
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