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Fairfield Primary School Catchment Area

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

Fairfield Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Cockermouth, Cumberland , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 447 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

447

Pupils

420

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Fairfield Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Fairfield Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cumberland. 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: 447 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 Cumberland 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 Primary School — School Information

Full address
Gallowbarrow, Cockermouth, CA13 0DX
Local authority
Cumberland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
6.2% of pupils
DfE URN
142196

Other Primary Schools in Cockermouth

If Fairfield Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Cockermouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Fairfield Primary School

Is Fairfield Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Fairfield Primary School currently has 447 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Fairfield Primary School?

Admission to Fairfield Primary School is managed by Cumberland. 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 Primary School cover?

Fairfield Primary School is a primary school in Cockermouth, Cumberland, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Fairfield Primary School?

Fairfield Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.