Wild Bank Community School

URN: 106194 • Stalybridge SK15 2PG

Overview

Name
Wild Bank Community School
URN
106194
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
45.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jenny Callaghan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Demesne Drive, Stalybridge SK15 2PG

Summary

Wild Bank Community School is a mixed primary school located in Stalybridge, Tameside, with an enrolment of 183 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school fosters an inclusive environment where children feel happy, safe, and valued, aiming to motivate them through high-quality teaching and diverse learning experiences. The headteacher, Janet Wales, emphasizes the importance of a strong relationship between the school and families, inviting parents to engage actively in their children's education.

The curriculum at Wild Bank is designed to provide a broad and ambitious educational experience, focusing on the retention of long-term knowledge and the development of essential skills. Key drivers of the curriculum include explicit vocabulary teaching, opportunities for oracy, and the enhancement of cultural capital through various activities and trips. The school employs a structured approach to ensure that pupils revisit key concepts over time, promoting sustained mastery and deeper understanding.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (41.6%), Wild Bank is committed to supporting all learners, ensuring that each child is equipped with the skills needed to thrive both academically and socially. The school community is actively encouraged to participate in school life, reinforcing the belief that collaboration between home and school is crucial for student success.

Key details

LA
Tameside
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
183
Boys
89
Girls
94
FSM %
41.60
Open date
Close date
2020-03-31
Last Ofsted
2019-11-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 183 89 94 210 41.60
2024-09-11 183 89 94 210 41.60
2023-09-11 183 89 94 210 41.60
2022-09-11 183 89 94 210 41.60
2021-09-11 183 89 94 210 41.60
2020-09-11 183 89 94 210 41.60

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