Perryfields Infant School
100%
Capacity
180
Pupils
5.3x
Demand
About Perryfields Infant School
Perryfields 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 180 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Perryfields Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amanda Reid, it falls under Essex local authority.
Perryfields Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 311 applications for 59 places, making it 5.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 83 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Perryfields Infant School include Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Athletics, Football, Netball, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Film Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 4.4%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chelmsford, Perryfields 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 | Lawn Lane, Chelmsford, Chelmsford, CM1 7PP |
| Headteacher | Amanda Reid |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Number of Pupils | 180 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 4.4% |
| School Capacity | 180 / 180 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 14 Mar 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
311
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
83 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lawn Lane, Chelmsford
Chelmsford, CM1 7PP
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