St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth
Hartford Road, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 5LEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth is a primary school in Newcastle upon Tyne for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 108 schools in Newcastle upon Tyne. It ranks 28th of 98 primary schools in Newcastle upon Tyne. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in December 2022.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 13 December 2022, report published 6 February 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Outstanding
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 13 December 2022
Pupils at St Oswald's are caring, resilient and eager to learn. Positive relationships, excellent behaviour and leaders' commitment to pupils' personal development have created an exceptional school community. Pupils have a strong sense of right and wrong. Bullying is hardly ever seen. Pupils respect those who are different from themselves, and exemplify the school ethos of 'living, learning, loving together with Christ'. Staff expect the very best from all pupils. Pupils celebrate each other's achievements. They work well together to overcome difficulties. Pupils listen respectfully to the views of their peers. Enthusiastic discussions in classrooms help pupils develop a deeper understanding of the subjects they study. Pupils take pride in their work. Staff identify and develop pupils' talents and interests. They ensure that every opportunity is provided for pupils to thrive. Pupils are proud of their school. They enthusiastically undertake a range of leadership roles, such as being school councillors, art ambassadors and 'Sports Crew' members. There are many opportunities for pupils to learn outside of the classroom. These include educational visits, residential trips and a wide range of after-school clubs. Leaders make sure that all pupils have access to new experiences beyond the classroom that educate and inspire them.
What the school should improve
- Plans to support pupils with SEND lack clarity. Targets for some pupils are not well matched to their needs. As a result, pupils with SEND do not access the curriculum as well as they might. Leaders should review and monitor plans for pupils with SEND to ensure targets are precise and match their needs.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
30 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
209 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gosforth Park First School | 0.1 miles | Ofsted judgements: Outstanding | Not published |
| Gosforth East Middle School | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Good | 80% met the expected standard |
| Gosforth Central Middle School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | 72% met the expected standard |
| Grange First School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| St Charles' Catholic Primary School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 83% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Roman Catholic
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Paul Marley
- Phone
- 01912852437
- Address
- Hartford Road, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 5LE
- Local authority
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- URN
- 148811
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.