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St Oswald's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

St Oswald's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Bootle, Sefton , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 228 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

228

Pupils

210

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

St Oswald's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Oswald's Church of England Primary School is managed by Sefton and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 228 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Sefton before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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St Oswald's Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Ronald Ross Avenue, Netherton, Bootle, L30 5RH
Local authority
Sefton
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
42.2% of pupils
DfE URN
104900

Other Primary Schools in Bootle

If St Oswald's Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bootle are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Oswald's Church of England Primary School

Is St Oswald's Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Oswald's Church of England Primary School currently has 228 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Oswald's Church of England Primary School?

St Oswald's Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Sefton before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Oswald's Church of England Primary School cover?

St Oswald's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Bootle, Sefton, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Oswald's Church of England Primary School?

St Oswald's Church of England Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.