Lady Bankes Primary School

URN: 102388 • Ruislip HA4 9SF

Overview

Name
Lady Bankes Primary School
URN
102388
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
73.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kate Needs (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01895634318
Website
Visit
Address
Dawlish Drive, Ruislip HA4 9SF

Summary

Lady Bankes Primary School is a community school located in Ruislip, Hillingdon, catering to a mixed-gender population of 642 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 630. The school, which was formed through the amalgamation of Lady Bankes Infant and Nursery School and Lady Bankes Junior School in September 2021, has received an 'outstanding' rating from Ofsted following its inspection in February 2024. The school is housed in a Grade II listed building, providing a unique and historical learning environment.

The curriculum at Lady Bankes Primary is designed to foster a love of learning and to support the diverse needs of its students, including those eligible for free school meals, which account for approximately 18.8% of the pupil population. The school encourages parental involvement and community engagement, welcoming prospective families to visit during designated Open Days.

Located near public transport links, Lady Bankes Primary is well-positioned within the Ruislip Manor community. The school promotes a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, aiming to nurture each child's potential while fostering strong relationships among students, staff, and families.

Key details

LA
Hillingdon
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
630
Pupils
642
Boys
325
Girls
317
FSM %
18.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Middlesex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 642 325 317 630 18.80
2024-09-11 618 319 299 630 16.20
2023-09-11 634 322 312 720 14.90
2022-09-11 634 322 312 630 14.90
2021-09-11 326 166 160 720 14.70
2020-09-11 332 171 161 360 12.70

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