Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School
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Capacity
399
Pupils
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Demand
About Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School
Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Oldham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 399 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 400 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher C Brogan, it falls under Oldham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 64% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6254th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 24th out of 67 in Oldham.
Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 35 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 77% recommending the school (48 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Dance, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Film Club, Eco Club, Art Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Oldham, Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Roman Road, Oldham, Oldham, OL2 5PQ |
| Headteacher | C Brogan |
| Local Authority | Oldham |
| Number of Pupils | 399 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.0% |
| School Capacity | 399 / 400 (100% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (64%)
6254th of 13,686
Nationally
899th of 2,065
In North West
24th of 67
In Oldham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
64%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
64%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
48 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
48
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ss Aidan and Oswald's Roman Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Roman Road, Oldham
Oldham, OL2 5PQ
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