Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre
97%
Capacity
270
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre
Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Barnet community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 270 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 277 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Reilly, it falls under Barnet local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4170th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 51st out of 80 in Barnet.
Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 29 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre include Library, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Football, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Gardening, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Barnet, Fairway Primary School and Children's Centre is one of the options available in the London 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 | The Fairway, London, Barnet, NW7 3HS |
| Headteacher | Michael Reilly |
| Local Authority | Barnet |
| Number of Pupils | 270 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.0% |
| School Capacity | 270 / 277 (97% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Feb 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4170th of 13,686
Nationally
800th of 1,592
In London
51st of 80
In Barnet
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
70%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
78
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Fairway, London
Barnet, NW7 3HS
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