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Fairfield Road Primary School

Grove Street, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 6AF

A Good-rated primary school in Manchester where 69% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Community school

Pupils

438

Ages

3-11

FSM

30.2%

Capacity

472

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2014

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

85.0%

Writing

71.0%

Maths

85.0%

RWM Combined

69.0%

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About Fairfield Road Primary School

Fairfield Road Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Tameside. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2014 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 66 responses), 97% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 438 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Grove Street, Manchester, M43 6AF | More schools in Tameside

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Fairfield Road Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2024 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Mar 2024 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Nov 2014 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Fairfield Road Primary School

What is Fairfield Road Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Fairfield Road Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2014 inspection.

What do parents say about Fairfield Road Primary School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 66 responses): 97% of parents would recommend Fairfield Road Primary School.

What are Fairfield Road Primary School's latest exam results?

Fairfield Road Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 69% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Fairfield Road Primary School located?

Fairfield Road Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Tameside (M43 6AF).

How many pupils attend Fairfield Road Primary School?

Fairfield Road Primary School has around 438 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Fairfield Road Primary School with other schools?

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