St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton

URN: 119637 • Preston PR4 5EB

Overview

Name
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Longton
URN
119637
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
B Wood (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01772613402
Website
Visit
Address
Chapel Lane, Preston PR4 5EB

Summary

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, located in Longton, Preston, is a voluntary aided primary school with a mixed gender intake of approximately 250 pupils. The school prides itself on creating a secure and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to achieve their best academically and personally. The ethos is rooted in the mission statement, "With Christ at the centre of our community," promoting values of respect, courtesy, and concern for others.

The school has received positive recognition from Ofsted, being described as a friendly and caring learning community. In the 2019 RE Inspection, it was rated 'outstanding' for its exceptional spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development. St Oswald's offers a broad curriculum that includes opportunities in sports, music, and the arts, fostering a well-rounded education.

St Oswald's is committed to inclusivity and support for all pupils, ensuring that every child has a fulfilling learning journey. The school encourages resilience and a willingness to embrace challenges, preparing students for a successful transition to their partner high school, All Hallows. Parents are invited to engage with the school community through open events and regular communication.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
245
Pupils
250
Boys
134
Girls
116
FSM %
6.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 250 134 116 245 6.40
2024-09-11 246 134 112 245 7.70
2023-09-11 243 133 110 245 5.80
2022-09-11 243 133 110 245 5.80
2021-09-11 243 129 114 210 4.10
2020-09-11 244 126 118 210 3.30

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