Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
100%
Capacity
217
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Chelmsford community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 217 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 218 places).
Ofsted has rated Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sophie Gibbs, it falls under Essex 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 4086th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 41 in Chelmsford.
Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 91 applications for 30 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Dance, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Chess, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chelmsford, Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | New London Road, Chelmsford, Chelmsford, CM2 0RG |
| Headteacher | Sophie Gibbs |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 217 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.3% |
| School Capacity | 217 / 218 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4086th of 13,686
Nationally
426th of 1,612
In East of England
13th of 41
In Chelmsford
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
72%
'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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
91
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
New London Road, Chelmsford
Chelmsford, CM2 0RG
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