Business Details
Trusted Christian Primary Education in Durham City
St Oswald's CE Aided Primary and Nursery School provides a distinctively Christian education rooted in strong values, fostering spirituality, confidence, and citizenship. Our curriculum aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage and National Curriculum, tailored to ensure accessibility for all pupils, including those with special educational needs. We prioritise emotional wellbeing through a dedicated staff team, the Thrive Programme, and Lego Therapy, supported by external partnerships for specialist interventions.Our restorative behaviour system and anti-bullying initiatives cultivate kindness and respect, while our inclusive ethos ensures every child feels valued. With experienced leadership and a focus on local community engagement, we deliver a broad, creative curriculum designed to inspire lifelong learning.
Services
Primary Education
Nursery Care
After-School Club
Holiday Club
SEN Support
Highlights and features
- We offer a distinctively Christian education with worship and prayer integral to school life
- Our curriculum is tailored to meet diverse learning needs, including SEN support
- We provide Thrive Programme and Lego Therapy for emotional wellbeing
- Our restorative behaviour system promotes kindness and respect through Christian values
- We maintain strong links with St Oswald's Church and the Dioceses of Durham and Newcastle
Services
Primary Education
Our primary education programme follows the National Curriculum with a Christian ethos, offering tailored learning for Years 1-6. We provide two-year and three-year curriculum cycles to ensure comprehensive coverage. Specialised support is available for pupils requiring adapted learning approaches.
Nursery Care
High-quality nursery provision for children aged 2-5, operating 7:45am-6pm during term time. Our stimulating environment promotes early learning through play-based activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.
After-School Club
Sunshine Club offers before and after-school care from 7:45am-6pm, with holiday provision 8am-5pm. Activities include structured play, homework support, and themed events during school breaks.
SEN Support
We provide tailored support for children with special educational needs through individual education plans, Thrive Programme interventions, and Lego Therapy sessions. Close collaboration with external agencies ensures comprehensive care.
Anti-Bullying Programme
Our anti-bullying initiative includes weekly assemblies, national event participation, and restorative approaches to conflict resolution. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards bullying through proactive education and peer support systems.
People
Mrs D. Wilson-Smith
Headteacher
Experienced educational leader with over 20 years in primary education, specialising in Christian values-based learning and inclusive teaching practices.
Miss B. Windsor
Deputy Headteacher
Qualified primary teacher with specialist expertise in early years education and SEN provision, supporting school leadership for eight years.
Mrs H. Ribchester
SENCO
Specialist in special educational needs with 15 years' experience developing individualised learning plans and coordinating multi-agency support programmes.
Mrs L. Haswell
Nursery Lead
Early years specialist with Level 3 childcare qualification, managing nursery provision and overseeing staff training for 12 years.
Mrs E. Leckie
Music Teacher
Guitar and violin instructor with PGCE qualification, delivering music education to Key Stage 2 pupils and leading school performance groups.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We accept children aged 2-11, with nursery provision from age 2 and primary education through Year 6.
How do you support special educational needs?
We provide individualised education plans, Thrive Programme interventions, and Lego Therapy, with specialist support coordinated through external agencies.
What are your opening hours?
Nursery and Sunshine Club operate 7:45am-6pm during term time and 8am-5pm for holiday provision.
Is religious education compulsory?
As a Church of England school, worship and prayer are integral to our curriculum, though we respect all faiths and none.
How do you handle bullying incidents?
We use restorative approaches and have a zero-tolerance policy, with weekly assemblies and national event participation reinforcing anti-bullying values.
Do you offer after-school activities?
Sunshine Club provides after-school care with structured activities until 6pm, plus holiday club options.
Reviews (1)
Lana Mattar
Jan 15, 2019
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The nursery there is just amazing all the teachers, TAs and nurses are amazing people. Clean and well maintained. Love that school, my son moved this year to reception, lovely staff Mrs Wass is a fabulous person. My second son will be going to nursery there in a couple of months :)
