St Oswald's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School

URN: 108384 • Gateshead NE9 7LH

Overview

Name
St Oswald's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN
108384
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tracy Musgrove (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Easington Avenue, Gateshead NE9 7LH

Summary

St Oswald's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Wrekenton, Gateshead, is part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust. The school serves a mixed-gender population of 213 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. With a significant percentage (34.4%) of students eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to providing inclusive education and support for all families.

The school's ethos is rooted in its Catholic values, aiming to see Christ in everyone and fostering a strong sense of community. The curriculum is designed to meet the educational needs of its pupils while promoting personal and spiritual development. The dedicated staff, led by Headteacher Mrs Musgrove, includes a range of teaching and support professionals who work collaboratively to ensure each child's success.

St Oswald's also emphasizes community engagement, hosting events such as the Macmillan Coffee Morning to encourage parental involvement and support local causes. The school prioritises student well-being and offers various services, including before and after school care, to support families in the Wrekenton area.

Key details

LA
Gateshead
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
213
Boys
110
Girls
103
FSM %
34.40
Open date
Close date
2021-02-28
Last Ofsted
2017-10-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 213 110 103 210 34.40
2024-09-11 213 110 103 210 34.40
2023-09-11 213 110 103 210 34.40
2022-09-11 213 110 103 210 34.40
2021-09-11 213 110 103 210 34.40
2020-09-11 219 118 101 210 33.30

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