St Oswald's CofE Aided Primary School

URN: 130929 • Chester CH1 6LG

Overview

Name
St Oswald's CofE Aided Primary School
URN
130929
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dave Wallace (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Grove Road, Chester CH1 6LG

Summary

St. Oswald's CofE Aided Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Mollington, Chester, with a current enrolment of 134 pupils and a capacity of 150. The school is rooted in Christian values, guided by the motto "Love Your Neighbour as yourself," which fosters a caring and inclusive atmosphere. The ethos encourages respect for diversity and promotes spiritual, moral, and social growth among students.

The school offers a supportive learning environment, emphasising strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families. Parents have expressed satisfaction with the school's nurturing approach, noting the individual attention each child receives and the positive progress they make in their learning. St. Oswald's also collaborates closely with St Oswald’s Church in Backford, reinforcing its commitment to community and shared values.

In addition to its strong educational framework, St. Oswald's provides modern facilities, including in-house dining, and prioritises outstanding safeguarding practices. The school invites prospective families to explore its offerings through virtual tours and personal visits, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported in their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Cheshire West and Chester
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
150
Pupils
134
Boys
63
Girls
71
FSM %
9.70
Open date
1997-01-01
Close date
2023-04-30
Last Ofsted
2020-01-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 134 63 71 150 9.70
2024-09-11 134 63 71 150 9.70
2023-09-11 133 63 70 150 8.30
2022-09-11 133 63 70 150 8.30
2021-09-11 140 66 74 150 5.00
2020-09-11 146 71 75 150 2.70

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