Our Lady and St Oswald's Catholic Primary School

URN: 123553 • Oswestry SY11 2TG

Overview

Name
Our Lady and St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
URN
123553
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nikki O'Dwyer (since 2025) , Head
Telephone
01691652849
Website
Visit
Address
Upper Brook Street, Oswestry SY11 2TG

Summary

Our Lady and St Oswald's Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Oswestry, Shropshire, accommodating 137 pupils with a capacity of 140. The school fosters a nurturing environment where strong partnerships between families, the community, and staff are prioritised to ensure that each child feels secure, valued, and respected. The school aims to support every child in reaching their full potential, focusing on the development of faith, confidence, skills, and achievements.

The school’s curriculum is enriched by its Catholic ethos, which is reflected in its weekly prayer and liturgy schedule. Students participate in collective worship and are encouraged to engage with Gospel values, such as compassion and kindness, which are integral to daily school life. The school also promotes a sense of community through various fundraising and outreach projects, reinforcing the importance of social responsibility.

Parents are invited to actively engage with the school community, whether through visiting the school or accessing class pages on the website. This collaborative approach ensures that both parents and children benefit from a supportive and enriching educational experience.

Key details

LA
Shropshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
140
Pupils
137
Boys
58
Girls
79
FSM %
23.50
Open date
Close date
2025-05-31
Last Ofsted
2022-07-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Shropshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 137 58 79 140 23.50
2024-09-11 138 61 77 140 24.60
2023-09-11 131 67 64 140 27.50
2022-09-11 131 67 64 140 27.50
2021-09-11 136 66 70 140 18.40
2020-09-11 138 66 72 140 14.50

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