Rayner Stephens High School

URN: 148430 • Dukinfield SK16 5BL

Overview

Name
Rayner Stephens High School
URN
148430
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Trust
STAMFORD PARK TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
38.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martin Davies (since 2025)
Telephone
01613382374
Website
Visit
Address
Yew Tree Lane, Dukinfield SK16 5BL

Summary

Rayner Stephens High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Dukinfield, Tameside, with a current enrolment of 628 students and a capacity of 831. The school is committed to fostering excellence and ambition in all its students, reflecting the values of its namesake, Joseph Rayner Stephens, a 19th-century reformer who championed educational rights for the working class. This ethos is central to the school's community-focused approach, providing a warm and supportive environment for all learners.

The curriculum at Rayner Stephens is designed to promote a well-rounded education, offering a diverse range of subjects across various departments, including arts, sciences, and humanities. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, with initiatives in student leadership, mental health, and anti-bullying, ensuring that students not only excel academically but also grow as individuals.

Rayner Stephens High School actively engages with its community, celebrating achievements and hosting events that foster inclusivity and support. With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (43.80%), the school is dedicated to providing equitable opportunities for all, ensuring that every student can thrive in their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Tameside
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
STAMFORD PARK TRUST
Capacity
831
Pupils
628
Boys
273
Girls
355
FSM %
43.80
Open date
2021-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-09-27
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 628 273 355 831 43.80
2024-09-11 580 252 328 831 46.90
2023-09-11 591 246 345 831 36.90
2022-09-11 591 246 345 831 36.90
2021-09-11 615 263 352 831 33.30

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