Wild Bank Primary School
65%
Capacity
137
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Wild Bank Primary School
Wild Bank Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Tameside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 137 pupils on roll, operating at 65% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Wild Bank Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Janet Wales, it falls under Tameside local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 29% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13299th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 56th out of 57 in Tameside.
Wild Bank Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 15 applications for 8 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 7 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wild Bank Primary School include Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cricket, Rounders, Swimming, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 56.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Tameside, Wild Bank Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Demesne Drive, Stalybridge, Tameside, SK15 2PG |
| Headteacher | Janet Wales |
| Local Authority | Tameside |
| Number of Pupils | 137 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 56.7% |
| School Capacity | 137 / 210 (65% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (29%)
13299th of 13,686
Nationally
1994th of 2,065
In North West
56th of 57
In Tameside
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
29%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
23%
'23/24
29%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed8
15
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
7 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Demesne Drive, Stalybridge
Tameside, SK15 2PG
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