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Fairfield High School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Fairfield High School is a academy converter secondary school in Hereford, Herefordshire, County of , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 612 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

612

Pupils

600

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Fairfield High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Fairfield High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Herefordshire, County of. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 612 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 600 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Herefordshire, County of before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Fairfield High School — School Information

Full address
Peterchurch, Hereford, HR2 0SG
Local authority
Herefordshire, County of
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17.4% of pupils
DfE URN
140868

Other Secondary Schools in Hereford

If Fairfield High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Hereford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Fairfield High School

Is Fairfield High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Fairfield High School currently has 612 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 600 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Fairfield High School?

Admission to Fairfield High School is managed by Herefordshire, County of. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Fairfield High School cover?

Fairfield High School is a secondary school in Hereford, Herefordshire, County of, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Fairfield High School?

Fairfield High School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.