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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 Bristol, Bristol, City of , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1082 pupils, and a capacity of 1080 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,082

Pupils

1,080

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Fairfield High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Fairfield High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bristol, City 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: 1082 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1080 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 Bristol, City 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
Allfoxton Road, Horfield, Bristol, BS7 9NL
Local authority
Bristol, City of
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
29.4% of pupils
DfE URN
141705

Other Secondary Schools in Bristol

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Fairfield High School

Is Fairfield High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Fairfield High School currently has 1082 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1080 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 Bristol, City 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 Bristol, Bristol, City 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 Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.