Fairway Infant School, Copthorne
97%
Capacity
175
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Fairway Infant School, Copthorne
Fairway Infant School, Copthorne is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Mid Sussex community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 175 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Fairway Infant School, Copthorne "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Singleton, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
Fairway Infant School, Copthorne is a popular choice with families — it received 105 applications for 60 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
Fairway Infant School, Copthorne parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (73 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fairway Infant School, Copthorne include Forest School, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Netball, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Art Club, Coding, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Mid Sussex, Fairway Infant School, Copthorne 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Fairway, Crawley, Mid Sussex, RH10 3QD |
| Headteacher | Emma Singleton |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.7% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 180 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
73 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
105
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fairway, Crawley
Mid Sussex, RH10 3QD
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