Fairway Primary School
117%
Capacity
245
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Fairway Primary School
Fairway Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stockport community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 245 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (117% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fairway Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison White, it falls under Stockport 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 4058th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 67 in Stockport.
Fairway Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 30 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
Fairway Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 22 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fairway Primary School include Sports Hall, Library, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cricket, Gymnastics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Book Club, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Fairway Primary School is one of the options available in the North West 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | The Fairway, Stockport, Stockport, SK2 5DR |
| Headteacher | Alison White |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 245 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.1% |
| School Capacity | 245 / 210 (117% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Apr 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4058th of 13,686
Nationally
587th of 2,065
In North West
26th of 67
In Stockport
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
107
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
41 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, Stockport
Stockport, SK2 5DR
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