Banks Lane Junior School

URN: 106028 • Stockport SK1 4PR

Overview

Name
Banks Lane Junior School
URN
106028
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ed Milner (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01614802330
Website
Visit
Address
Hempshaw Lane, Stockport SK1 4PR

Summary

Banks Lane Junior School is a community primary school located in Stockport, with a current enrolment of 354 pupils and a capacity of 360. The school promotes a mixed-gender environment and is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere for all students. With a focus on developing essential skills such as communication, collaboration, curiosity, resilience, and reflection—collectively referred to as the school's Learning Powers—Banks Lane aims to equip children with the character traits necessary for success in life.

The curriculum is designed to engage students and encourage a love of learning, particularly in reading, as highlighted by the school's recent Ofsted report. Parents are encouraged to actively participate in their children's education, with opportunities for communication available through class teachers and the school office. The school also offers various extracurricular activities, including mental health and wellbeing sessions, and cross-country events, fostering a sense of community and collaboration among students.

Support for students with special educational needs is a priority, with comprehensive information available on the school's website regarding the SEND provision. Banks Lane Junior School is dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
Stockport
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
360
Pupils
354
Boys
172
Girls
182
FSM %
20.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-03-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 354 172 182 360 20.90
2024-09-11 352 183 169 360 19.00
2023-09-11 353 184 169 360 18.10
2022-09-11 353 184 169 360 18.10
2021-09-11 360 190 170 360 17.50
2020-09-11 359 183 176 360 15.60

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