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
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.
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.
Useful links
Nearby alternatives
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
Please sign in to post a review.
Go to login
Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.