Stalyhill Infant School
89%
Capacity
161
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Stalyhill Infant School
Stalyhill Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tameside community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 161 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Stalyhill Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Lockett, it falls under Tameside local authority.
Stalyhill Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 68 applications for 39 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stalyhill Infant School include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cross Country, Tennis and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Book Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tameside, Stalyhill 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Stalyhill Drive, Stalybridge, Tameside, SK15 2TR |
| Headteacher | Lisa Lockett |
| Local Authority | Tameside |
| Number of Pupils | 161 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.2% |
| School Capacity | 161 / 180 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
16 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (16 Feb 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2012. 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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed39
68
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Stalyhill Drive, Stalybridge
Tameside, SK15 2TR
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