St Oswald's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN: 108718 • South Shields NE34 8NS
Overview
- Name
- St Oswald's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School
- URN
- 108718
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dominic Woodhouse (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Nash Avenue, South Shields NE34 8NS
Summary
St Oswald's RC Voluntary Aided Primary School is located in South Shields, South Tyneside, and caters to a mixed-gender population of 222 pupils, with a capacity for 256. As a voluntary aided school, it operates under the guidance of the Roman Catholic Church, promoting a values-based education that fosters both academic achievement and personal development.
The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive, with a focus on inclusivity and support for all students. Approximately 26.5% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the school's dedication to serving the local community and ensuring that all children have access to quality education and resources.
St Oswald's prioritises a well-rounded curriculum that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration among students. The school aims to develop not only academic skills but also social and emotional well-being, preparing pupils for future challenges in a supportive and engaging atmosphere.
The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive, with a focus on inclusivity and support for all students. Approximately 26.5% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the school's dedication to serving the local community and ensuring that all children have access to quality education and resources.
St Oswald's prioritises a well-rounded curriculum that encourages creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration among students. The school aims to develop not only academic skills but also social and emotional well-being, preparing pupils for future challenges in a supportive and engaging atmosphere.
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Key details
- LA
- South Tyneside
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 256
- Pupils
- 222
- Boys
- 102
- Girls
- 120
- FSM %
- 26.50
- Open date
- Close date
- 2022-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-02-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 222 | 102 | 120 | 256 | 26.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 222 | 102 | 120 | 256 | 26.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 222 | 102 | 120 | 256 | 26.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 222 | 102 | 120 | 256 | 26.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 215 | 96 | 119 | 256 | 28.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 232 | 103 | 129 | 210 | 24.30 |
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