St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle
92%
Capacity
258
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Hyndburn community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 258 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 280 places).
Ofsted has rated St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Wolstenholme, it falls under Lancashire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4136th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 31 in Hyndburn.
St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle is a popular choice with families — it received 75 applications for 23 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle include Dining Hall, Library, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Rounders, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.9%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hyndburn, St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Mayfield Avenue, Accrington, Hyndburn, BB5 3AA |
| Headteacher | Laura Wolstenholme |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Number of Pupils | 258 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.9% |
| School Capacity | 258 / 280 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Dec 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Dec 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4136th of 13,686
Nationally
599th of 2,065
In North West
3rd of 31
In Hyndburn
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
79%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
75
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Oswaldtwistle
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Contact Information
Mayfield Avenue, Accrington
Hyndburn, BB5 3AA
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