Oaklands Infant School
96%
Capacity
173
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Oaklands Infant School
Oaklands Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chelmsford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 173 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 180 places).
the school is led by headteacher Catherine Williams, it falls under Essex local authority.
Oaklands Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 171 applications for 60 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 were first-preference applications.
Oaklands Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (88 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oaklands Infant School include Outdoor Playground, Library, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Rounders, Football, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Chess, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chelmsford, Oaklands Infant School is one of the options available in the East of England 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Vicarage Road, Chelmsford, Chelmsford, CM2 9PH |
| Headteacher | Catherine Williams |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 173 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.0% |
| School Capacity | 173 / 180 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
88 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
171
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Vicarage Road, Chelmsford
Chelmsford, CM2 9PH
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