Question 1

Is St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth a good school?

Accepted Answer

Yes for the overall mix of academics and ethos. In the current 2024-25 / 2025 dataset, 70% met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths combined, and 10% reached the higher standard. The latest Ofsted inspection (13 December 2022) graded the school Good overall, with Outstanding judgements for Behaviour and attitudes, Personal development, and Early years provision.

Question 2

What are the fees at St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded school with no tuition fees. Families may still pay for items such as uniform, trips, and optional clubs or childcare.

Question 3

How do I apply for Reception at St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth?

Accepted Answer

Applications are made via Newcastle’s coordinated admissions process using a common application form. The school’s Admissions Policy explains what supporting evidence may be requested for faith-related oversubscription criteria.

Question 4

What are the admissions criteria at St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth?

Accepted Answer

When oversubscribed, priority is given through ranked categories, starting with looked after and previously looked after children (Catholic first), then Catholic children linked to parish boundaries, then other Catholic children, followed by other categories including siblings and children of other faiths. Distance is used as a tie break within categories.

Question 5

Is St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth oversubscribed?

Accepted Answer

A refreshed applications-to-offers figure is not available in the current fact pack. Families should check Newcastle’s latest admissions information and the school oversubscription criteria before judging how competitive Reception entry may be.

Question 6

What time does the school day start and finish?

Accepted Answer

The school publishes start times of 8:30am for Key Stage 2 and 8:35am for Reception and Key Stage 1. End times are 3:00pm (Key Stage 2) and 3:05pm (Reception and Key Stage 1), with 32.5 compulsory hours per week.

Question 7

Which secondary schools do pupils move on to from St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth?

Accepted Answer

Many families considering Catholic secondary pathways in Newcastle look at schools such as St Mary’s Catholic School and Sacred Heart Catholic High School, which list St Oswald’s Catholic Primary School, Gosforth as a feeder primary. Year 7 admissions are a separate process with separate criteria.

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