# Fairfields Primary School — Basingstoke, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Founded:** 1887

## Contact

- **Address:** Council Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 3DH
- **Phone:** 01256 473886
- **Website:** http://www.fairfields.hants.sch.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/basingstoke/fairfields-primary-school-6476

## About

Fairfields Primary is the oldest school in Basingstoke, Hampshire. We have four Core Values; Love, Respect, Honesty and Celebration. Our aim is to develop resilient and confident children who are highly skilled and able to adapt to an ever changing landscape.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Good — Nov 2022
- **Ofsted (Early Years Provision):** Good — Nov 2022
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Nov 2022
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Nov 2022
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Outstanding — Nov 2022
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Good — Nov 2022

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — A School That Truly Cares: I have been impressed with the values that Fairfields Primary School instills in its students. My child is in year 4 and has grown to be more confident and kind, thanks to the school's emphasis on love, respect, and honesty. The teachers are supportive and the facilities are modern and well-maintained. I would highly recommend this school to any parent. *(Sep 2022)*
- **4/5** — Mixed Feelings: We have been at Fairfields Primary School for a year now, and while we have seen some improvements, there are still areas that need attention. The school's emphasis on love, respect, and honesty is great, but the facilities could be better maintained. The teachers are mostly supportive, but sometimes it feels like they are too focused on academics. *(Mar 2022)*
- **5/5** — A Great Foundation for Life: As a former parent, I can attest to the excellent education and values that Fairfields Primary School provides. My child is now in secondary school and still talks about the lessons they learned at Fairfields, particularly about resilience and adaptability. The school's curriculum is engaging and relevant, and the teachers are passionate about their work. *(Jun 2021)*

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