St Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School, Accrington
URN: 119657 • Accrington BB5 0NN
Overview
- Name
- St Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School, Accrington
- URN
- 119657
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 64.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Cath Kippax (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01254234924
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hartley Avenue, Accrington BB5 0NN
Summary
St. Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School, located in Accrington, is a voluntary aided primary school that serves a mixed-gender population of 151 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 140. The school is deeply rooted in Roman Catholic values, with a mission to provide a nurturing environment where every child can thrive academically and personally, following the teachings of Jesus. The school emphasizes inclusivity, welcoming children from all faiths and cultures, and maintains strong connections with the local St Mary's RC Church.
The curriculum at St. Oswald's is designed to foster high standards in both academic and pastoral care, ensuring that each pupil is supported and challenged to reach their full potential. The school promotes British values and encourages active participation in the community, with various initiatives that include a focus on environmental awareness and physical activity.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and prospective families are invited to visit and learn more about the educational opportunities available. The headteacher, Mrs. C. Kippax, emphasizes the importance of a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making St. Oswald's a supportive place for children to grow and learn.
The curriculum at St. Oswald's is designed to foster high standards in both academic and pastoral care, ensuring that each pupil is supported and challenged to reach their full potential. The school promotes British values and encourages active participation in the community, with various initiatives that include a focus on environmental awareness and physical activity.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and prospective families are invited to visit and learn more about the educational opportunities available. The headteacher, Mrs. C. Kippax, emphasizes the importance of a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making St. Oswald's a supportive place for children to grow and learn.
Useful links
- Newsletter 9th September 2025 (download)
- Newsletter 6th October 2025 (download)
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Key details
- LA
- Lancashire
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 151
- Boys
- 84
- Girls
- 67
- FSM %
- 50.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-09-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 151 | 84 | 67 | 140 | 50.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 148 | 81 | 67 | 140 | 42.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 162 | 81 | 81 | 140 | 37.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 162 | 81 | 81 | 140 | 37.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 155 | 77 | 78 | 140 | 38.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 164 | 79 | 85 | 140 | 32.40 |
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