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Fairfields Primary School and Nursery

Fairfields Primary School and Nursery is a community primary school located in Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, serving pupils ages 3 to 11. With 466 pupils on roll against a capacity of 480, the school is operating at 97% capacity and is likely to be oversubscribed. The school has 11.50% of pupils eligible for free school meals. Ofsted inspection data is not currently available for Fairfields Primary School and Nursery — visit the Ofsted website to check for the latest inspection report. The school also offers nursery provision for children below statutory school age. Use our free catchment tool below to check whether any property falls within Fairfields Primary School and Nursery's admissions distance.

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Ages 3-11Age range
PrimarySchool phase
97%Capacity used (466 of 480 pupils)
11.50%Free school meals eligible

⚠️ Important: Catchment Measuring Points Vary

School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check Fairfields Primary School and Nursery's published admissions policy or contact Hertfordshire Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameFairfields Primary School and Nursery
URN117334
AddressRosedale Way, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, EN7 6JG
Telephone01992633195
HeadteacherGiovanni Gaidoni (Headteacher)
School typeCommunity school
PhasePrimary
Age rangeAges 3-11
GenderMixed
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
Approx. coordinates51.714414, -0.057077 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This school is likely to use straight-line distance from home to school as its oversubscription criterion, making our catchment checker directly applicable. Always verify the exact measuring point with the school or local authority.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for Fairfields Primary School and Nursery will be published on the school's website or on the Hertfordshire Council website. Search for "Fairfields Primary School and Nursery admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit the Ofsted reports website to find the latest inspection report and rating for this school.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk and search for this school to find the latest inspection report and rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Fairfields Primary School and Nursery?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Hertfordshire Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Fairfields Primary School and Nursery?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Hertfordshire Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for Fairfields Primary School and Nursery the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for Fairfields Primary School and Nursery?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Fairfields Primary School and Nursery is 117334. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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