Fairfield High School

  • Secondary
  • Academy
  • Ages 11 to 16
Ofsted: Outstanding

Peterchurch, Hereford, HR2 0SGOpen in maps

Fairfield High School is a secondary school in Hereford for ages 11 to 16. It is one of the 112 schools in Herefordshire. It ranks 2nd of 9 secondary schools in Hereford. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in November 2023.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 28 November 2023, report published 21 January 2024

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

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What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 28 November 2023

Fairfield High School is a welcoming and caring school. Teachers challenge pupils to do, and be, their best at all times. Pupils recognise and value the support they receive from staff and, as a result, they work hard and achieve highly. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. They attend school regularly and work hard. Pupils enjoy attending the extensive range of clubs on offer. There is something for every pupil, including academic support, sports clubs, creative clubs, a diversity and equality club and opportunities to meet quietly with others. The school offers and promotes a range of very well-thought-out experiences, trips and visits that help pupils to learn about their locality and region, as well as about global issues. Pupils visit universities and colleges, learn about apprenticeships, and meet with local employers. Pupils are very well prepared for their next steps. The school has worked hard to create a culture of success and aspiration and to make sure that every pupil is recognised for what they do well. Pupils celebrate the successes of their peers and seek help for their friends if needed. This all contributes to a community where everyone is valued and achievement is prized.

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Exam results

GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25

125 pupils in the year group

Attainment 8 score50.3

50.3, 4.2 above the England average of 46.1.

Grade 5 or above in English and maths51.2%

51.2%, 5.8 percentage points above the England average of 45.4%.

Grade 4 or above in English and maths72%

72%, 7.2 percentage points above the England average of 64.8%.

Pupils entering the EBacc37.6%

37.6%, 2.9 percentage points below the England average of 40.5%.

EBacc average point score4.40

4.40, 0.31 above the England average of 4.09.

Pupil numbers and mix

607 pupils on roll, with places for 600

Eligible for free school meals17.3%

17.3%, 9.2 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language2.6%

2.6%, 19 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support23.4%

23.4%, 8.6 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan4%

4%, 2 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Fairfield High School

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Kingstone High School5 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 42.3
Weobley High School9 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 47.8
Whitecross Hereford9 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 46.5
The Steiner Academy Hereford9 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 51.0
The Hereford Church of England Academy10 milesOfsted: Requires improvementAttainment 8: 39.6

School details

School type
Academy converter
Sector
Academy
Trust
FAIRFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
Age range
11 to 16
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
No
Headteacher
Mr Paul Jennings
Phone
01981550231
Website
fairfield.hereford.sch.uk
Address
Peterchurch, Hereford, HR2 0SG
Local authority
Herefordshire
URN
140868

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.