About Our School
Welcome to Fairfield Community Primary School. We are an academy school working in partnership with Symphony Learning Trust. Starting school is an exciting time for children and we strive to make this transition as smooth as possible at our happy, vibrant school.
At Fairfield Community Primary School, we believe in community. Over the last 50 years, the school has established strong links with the local community and we pride ourselves on our unique identity and strong personal relationships. Alongside the community, establishing links between parents and the school is of vital importance and we would welcome any contribution you could make to school life.
The school’s ethos is based upon the motto ‘Learning The Fairfield Way’. We endeavour to make learning interesting, engaging, purposeful and fun. In this way, we hope to nurture the children’s self-esteem and confidence so that children progress and achieve well in all areas of the curriculum.
At Fairfield, we are very lucky to have friendly, hard-working, dedicated and effective members of staff who strive to achieve the very best for your children and to create a safe, secure, happy and stimulating learning environment in which a broad and balanced curriculum is delivered.
I invite you to see for yourself what our school is like and to discuss our ambitions. Please make an appointment to visit our school and see us in action.
We look forward to meeting and learning with you.
Our Vision
The students in our school council collaboratively reviewed and enhanced our school ethos.
• Acquiring the skill to rebound when faced with challenges.
• Being prepared to learn through various methods.
• Developing the ability to reflect on my actions for continuous improvement.
• Mastering the art of working independently or collaboratively with others.
What Makes Us Unique
Explore how we empower students to embrace their passions, cultivate critical thinking, and build a strong sense of self, all within a supportive and inspiring environment.
Sport
We actively embrace coaching opportunities from local sports clubs and organisations, providing diverse sporting experiences for our students. Various year groups benefit from expert guidance in football, netball, rugby, cricket, athletics, dance, hockey, gymnastics and judo.
At Fairfield, our students have numerous avenues for competitive participation. Internal competitions, like Sports Day, engage all pupils. Additionally, children can proudly represent the school in local leagues through our football, netball, basketball and cross country teams. We also enter various competitions, including tag rugby, area athletics and quick-sticks hockey, fostering a culture of sportsmanship and achievement.
Music
Music is integral to our curriculum, offering children the chance to nurture their interests and skills. Our thriving choir, regular performers at assemblies and local events, exemplifies this passion. Year 4 students receive instrument instruction, with the option for private tutoring facilitated by Leicestershire Schools Music Service. Past highlights include Year 4 performances at De Montfort Hall. Fairfield has proudly earned the ‘Bronze’ award from the Leicestershire Schools Music Service, acknowledging our dedication to enhancing music education quality.
Happy Luchtimes
Our Happy Lunchtimes Award encourages children to play a variety of games at lunchtimes and develop their social and emotional skills. Every Friday the children’s social achievements are celebrated in our celebration assembly for those children who have shown outstanding behaviour.
Residentials
Each year we have taken the Year 4 children to Kingswood (West Runton) in Norfolk for a 3 day, 2 nights, activity centre. Year 6 children currently visit York for a residential where they learn a lot about themselves as they prepare to move on to high school as well as having some first-hand experiences of concepts they have studied in the curriculum throughout their time at Fairfield.. Both of these residential trips are well attended and provide incredible opportunities that children remember and talk about with great enjoyment for a long time after they return home.
School Council
The school council is formed by pupils putting themselves forward for election and then being voted in by their classes. The members are involved in all aspects of school life such as interviewing, competitions, helping with decisions made by governors and committees, attending school conferences, anti- bullying days, supporting the safety and wellbeing of all in school and much more.
Wider Opportunities
At Fairfield, we prioritise success and self-esteem in every child. Beyond the standard curriculum, we offer enriching opportunities that foster learning and community integration. Each year, students perform themed shows for their families and enjoy trips to places of interest, visits from experts, and unique experiences like circus skills, museum visits, and meeting championship athletes. We end the year with a festive trip to a traditional Christmas Panto at De Montfort Hall.
Excerpts from our Ofsted Report
‘The Fairfield Way’, reflect the school’s high ambition and ‘We can do it’ attitude. It is a happy school.’
‘Pupils feel safe and well cared for.’
‘Pupils behave very well in lessons and around school.’
‘Parents are overwhelmingly positive about what the school offers their child.’
‘The education pupils receive remains good, and they leave Fairfield ready to succeed at their next school.’