Rayner Stephens High School
Rayner Stephens High School is a secondary located in Tameside, SK16 5BL. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 580 pupils on roll.
Rayner Stephens High School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Tameside
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 831
Number of Pupils: 580
Number of Boys: 252
Number of Girls: 328
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 46.9
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-20
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Requires Improvement
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Requires Improvement
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-11-08
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Davies
Phone: 01613382374
Website: https://www.raynerstephens.org.uk/
Location: Yew Tree Lane
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rayner Stephens High School
What is the Ofsted rating of Rayner Stephens High School?
Rayner Stephens High School has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Rayner Stephens High School admit?
Rayner Stephens High School admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Rayner Stephens High School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Rayner Stephens High School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Rayner Stephens High School?
Rayner Stephens High School is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Rayner Stephens High School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Rayner Stephens High School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Rayner Stephens High School?
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