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Fairisle Junior School Catchment Area

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

Fairisle Junior School is a foundation primary school in Southampton , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 379 pupils, and a capacity of 390 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

379

Pupils

390

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Fairisle Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Fairisle Junior School is set by Southampton and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 97% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Southampton 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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Fairisle Junior School — School Information

Full address
Fairisle Road, Lordshill, Southampton, SO16 8BY
Local authority
Southampton
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
45.4% of pupils
DfE URN
116253

Other Primary Schools in Southampton

If Fairisle Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Southampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Fairisle Junior School

Is Fairisle Junior School oversubscribed?

Fairisle Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 390 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Fairisle Junior School?

Admission to Fairisle Junior School is managed by Southampton. 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 Fairisle Junior School cover?

Fairisle Junior School is a primary school in Southampton, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Fairisle Junior School?

Fairisle Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.