Banks Lane Infant School
113%
Capacity
306
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Banks Lane Infant School
Banks Lane Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stockport community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 306 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Banks Lane Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Newson, it falls under Stockport local authority.
Banks Lane Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 146 applications for 69 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 64 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Banks Lane Infant School include Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Film Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Banks Lane Infant School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hempshaw Lane, Stockport, Stockport, SK1 4PR |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Newson |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Number of Pupils | 306 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.4% |
| School Capacity | 306 / 270 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed69
146
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
64 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hempshaw Lane, Stockport
Stockport, SK1 4PR
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