Business Details
Your Trusted Primary School in Farsley
Farsley Farfield Primary School is a vibrant educational institution dedicated to providing a rich and engaging learning experience for children. With strong standards of attainment, extensive grounds, and a dynamic curriculum, we foster an inclusive environment where every child can achieve their full potential. Our commitment to academic excellence is evidenced by our consistent performance above national averages, with over one-fifth of pupils reaching 'greater depth' standards in core subjects. Recognised as a good school by Ofsted in 2023, we combine exceptional teaching practices with robust safeguarding measures and a focus on holistic development.Our supportive community, outstanding PTA, and state-of-the-art IT resources further enhance the educational journey. We prioritise transparency in communication, offering clear response timeframes for inquiries and maintaining open lines of dialogue with families. Through initiatives like our unique Farfield Farm, we provide hands-on learning opportunities that prepare children for future academic and personal success.
Services
Primary Education
Nursery Provision
Curriculum Delivery
Special Needs Support
School Meals Service
PE and Sports
Extra Curricular Activities
Safeguarding
Assessment and Standards
British Values Education
Highlights and features
- We maintain academic standards consistently above national averages with top 5% 'greater depth' achievements
- Our Ofsted-rated 'good' provision features exceptional teaching practices and vibrant curriculum delivery
- We offer extensive outdoor learning spaces including our unique Farfield Farm educational resource
- Our safeguarding measures meet rigorous national standards with dedicated child protection protocols
- We provide transparent communication channels with guaranteed response times for parental inquiries
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education programme delivers a comprehensive curriculum aligned with national standards while incorporating innovative teaching methods. With class sizes supporting individual attention, we focus on developing core literacy and numeracy skills alongside creative subjects. Our 2025 results show 40-60% 'greater depth' achievements in key subjects, placing us significantly above national averages.
Nursery Provision
The nursery offers flexible morning or afternoon sessions for 3-4 year olds, focusing on foundational learning through play-based activities. Our qualified early years specialists create stimulating environments that develop social skills and basic literacy/numeracy, preparing children for formal schooling while maintaining Ofsted-registered standards.
Special Needs Support
Our dedicated SENCO coordinates tailored support plans for children with additional needs, working closely with class teachers and external specialists. We implement individualised learning strategies while promoting inclusion in mainstream activities, ensuring all pupils access the full curriculum through appropriate adaptations and resources.
PE and Sports
The school provides comprehensive physical education through daily activities, specialist coaching, and competitive sports programmes. With extensive outdoor facilities including our Farfield Farm grounds, we promote healthy lifestyles while developing motor skills and teamworking abilities across all age groups.
Extra Curricular
We offer diverse extracurricular activities including arts, sports, and academic enrichment clubs, typically running from 3:30-4:30pm on school days. These voluntary programmes extend learning opportunities beyond the classroom while fostering social development and special interest exploration in a supervised environment.
Questions
What academic results does the school achieve?
Our 2025 results show nearly 60% of children reached 'greater depth' standards in reading, with combined results 10% above national averages.
What facilities does the school offer?
We provide extensive grounds, specialist IT resources, sports facilities, and our unique educational Farfield Farm.
How does the school support special educational needs?
Our dedicated SENCO team implements tailored support plans while maintaining full curriculum access for all pupils.
What safeguarding measures are in place?
We maintain rigorous safeguarding protocols aligned with national standards, including staff training and child protection procedures.
How can parents engage with the school?
Parents can participate through our outstanding PTA, scheduled consultations, and regular curriculum engagement opportunities.
