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Fairfield High School

Bristol, United Kingdom
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1.9 /5

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About Fairfield High School

Fairfield High School is a harmonious organisation where learners gain the skills, knowledge, values and qualifications they need to become active global citizens. Every individual is encouraged to challenge themselves, work creatively in collaboration with others and achieve excellence and the sense of joy that comes from the determined effort to succeed in learning.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Edel Cronin

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 2.2
Teaching Quality 2.3
Communication 2.5
Student Wellbeing 2.4
Facilities 2.4

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
17.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Excellent
63.7
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

49.9
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
+0.25
Progress 8
Above average
44.3%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
69.3%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

39.2% entered EBacc
26.4% achieved EBacc
212 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 11

P
Parent
Parent Jul 16, 2025
1.0

"Shambles of a school"

Avoid sending your children here. Horrible, arrogant and some racist teachers. Principal is very unprofessional and the school cannot deal with the bullying and repetitive bad behaviour of some students.
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
P
Parent
Parent Sep 18, 2023
1.0

"Hejdbh"

It is bad because my son is roblox
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
P
Parent
Parent Feb 20, 2023
5.0

"Excellent school "

Very good school. My daughter attends this school and loves it.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
P
Parent
Parent Dec 12, 2022
1.0

"HORRIBLE"

Absolutely terrible school, I'm being honest. The system there is really bad and whenever there is an infectious disease going around and infecting students, the teachers keep it a secret. They do not care if their pupils get sick. They just want high attendance to represent that prison of a school well. Very bad and I don't recommend at all.
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
P
Parent
Parent Dec 5, 2022
1.0

"Very careless"

Very racist careless teachers, have asthma and got detention for taking a break to use my inhaler during PE
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 2/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 2/5
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Parent
Parent Nov 25, 2022
1.0

"RUN THIS SCHOOL SUCKS"

Fairfield high school has a horrendous art department, with teachers who do not know what they’re doing. The teachers would not recognise a good piece of artwork even if they were slapped in the face with it. It also has inadequate math support, to such an extent I was forced to use private tutoring. The school is also rife with bullying, to such a degree teachers seem to fear certain students. The school also forces all students to take citizenship, one of the most banal GCSEs ever created; which is comprised completely off government propaganda.

However it’s one redeeming quality is an excellent history department and very relaxed rules around school uniform.
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
P
Parent
Parent Nov 25, 2022
1.0

"RUN AND HIDE"

Fairfield has a horrendous art department with teachers who do not know what they are doing. The teachers would not recognise a good piece of art even if they where slapped in the face with it. It also has inadequate maths support, I was forced to uses an external tutor. It is full of bullying to such a degree some teachers seem scared of certain students. The school also force’s students to take citizenship- one of the most banal gcse ever created; which is simply government propaganda.

However it does have an amazing history department with very passionate teachers.
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
S
Sophie G.
Parent May 20, 2022
4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

While my child is enjoying their time at Fairfield High, we've experienced some ups and downs. The staff have been helpful in addressing our concerns, and I appreciate the school's commitment to inclusion. However, I wish the facilities were more accessible, and the communication from the school could be more regular.
Safety & Wellbeing 3/5
Teaching & Learning 3/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 4/5
E
Emily T.
Parent Feb 15, 2022
5.0

"Exceptional School!"

I'm so impressed with the facilities at Fairfield High, particularly the library. My child has thrived in the supportive environment, where they feel encouraged to challenge themselves. The school's values of kindness, respect, and excellence really shine through. We feel very lucky to be part of the Fairfield community.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
B
Benjamin W.
Parent Sep 1, 2021
5.0

"A Great Learning Experience"

My child had a fantastic time at Fairfield High, where they made lifelong friends and developed valuable skills. The school's extracurricular programs, such as the Young Carer Support, were a highlight for them. We're grateful for the support of the staff, who went above and beyond to help our child succeed.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 4/5
P
Parent
Parent Jan 31, 2021
4.0

"its ight"

better than redland green
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 2/5

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