Fairways Primary School
98%
Capacity
412
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Fairways Primary School
Fairways Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southend-on-Sea community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 412 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Fairways Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lee Pinchback, it falls under Southend-on-Sea local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 57% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8891st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 25 in Southend-on-Sea.
Fairways Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 46 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
Fairways Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fairways Primary School include Music Rooms, Art Studios, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Art Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southend-on-Sea, Fairways 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 | The Fairway, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, SS9 4QW |
| Headteacher | Lee Pinchback |
| Local Authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Number of Pupils | 412 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.7% |
| School Capacity | 412 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 26 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (57%)
8891st of 13,686
Nationally
971st of 1,612
In East of England
16th of 25
In Southend-on-Sea
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
57%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
57%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed46
92
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fairways Primary School
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Contact Information
The Fairway, Leigh-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea, SS9 4QW
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