St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle

URN: 119660 • Accrington BB5 3AA

Overview

Name
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle
URN
119660
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Laura Wolstenholme (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01254231278
Website
Visit
Address
Mayfield Avenue, Accrington BB5 3AA

Summary

St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, located in Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to a mixed-gender population of 258 pupils, with a capacity for 280. The school operates within a nurturing and supportive environment, guided by its mission statement, which emphasizes values such as love, friendship, honesty, and respect. This ethos is reflected in the school's commitment to fostering a sense of community and belonging among students, staff, and families.

The school day runs from 8:35 AM to 3:15 PM, with office hours from 7:45 AM to 3:45 PM (Monday to Thursday) and until 3:30 PM on Fridays. St Mary's offers a curriculum designed to promote both academic achievement and personal development, encouraging children to grow in their faith and character. Each class embodies a specific Gospel value, promoting a culture of recognition and celebration of positive behaviour.

St Mary's is dedicated to providing a Catholic education that supports the holistic development of each child. The school encourages parental involvement and maintains open communication, ensuring that families feel engaged and valued within the school community. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
280
Pupils
258
Boys
125
Girls
133
FSM %
22.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 258 125 133 280 22.90
2024-09-11 265 135 130 280 22.30
2023-09-11 261 132 129 280 22.20
2022-09-11 261 132 129 280 22.20
2021-09-11 265 134 131 280 22.60
2020-09-11 265 137 128 280 16.60

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