St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth — Primary School in Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 5LE

211 Pupils

210 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

6.20% FSM %

101 Boys

110 Girls

About St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth is a mixed-gender Academies located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, in the North East region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Roman Catholic character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 211 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Paul Marley.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Newcastle upon Tyne
Region	North East
Administrative District	Newcastle upon Tyne
Parliamentary Constituency	Newcastle upon Tyne North
Ward	Parklands
Urban / Rural	Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Roman Catholic
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	BISHOP BEWICK CATHOLIC EDUCATION TRUST
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-10-2021
UKPRN	10089433
URN	148811
Data Last Updated	25-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Alison Slater	Chair of Local Governing Body	01/10/2021	07/10/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Julie Fitzgerald	Local Governor	01/10/2021	30/09/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Paul Marley	Local Governor	01/10/2021	30/09/2029	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal
Mrs Katie Morris	Local Governor	01/10/2021	30/09/2025	Elected by school staff
Mrs Katie Morris	Local Governor	23/10/2025	22/10/2029	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Kelly Philips	Local Governor	13/02/2024	12/02/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Gareth Pritchard	Local Governor	01/10/2021	30/09/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Victoria Quinn	Local Governor	01/01/2024	31/12/2028	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Gemma Summersby	Local Governor	24/10/2025	23/10/2029	Elected by school staff
Mrs Elizabeth Turnbull	Local Governor	01/10/2021	30/09/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Jo Wraith	Local Governor	03/03/2025	02/03/2029	Elected by parents

Schools Nearby

Gosforth Park First School

0.11 km • Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Other

Gosforth East Middle School

0.14 km • Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Other

Gosforth Academy

0.59 km • Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Other

Gosforth Central Middle School

0.72 km • Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Other

NHS England (Choices College)

0.76 km • Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Other

Grange First School

0.78 km • Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth?

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne.

How many pupils does St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth have?

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth has 211 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth?

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

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

Yes, St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth has a Roman Catholic religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth?

The Headteacher at St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth is Mr Paul Marley.

Where is St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth located?

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth is at Hartford Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 5LE, in the Newcastle upon Tyne local authority, North East.

Does St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth currently open?

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School, Gosforth is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Paul Marley

Hartford Road, Gosforth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE3 5LE

01912852437

www.stoswaldsnewcastle.co.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 148811

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026