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Oaklands Infant School Catchment Area

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

Oaklands Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Chelmsford, Essex , serving pupils aged 5–7, with 173 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–7

Age range

173

Pupils

180

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Oaklands Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Oaklands Infant School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Essex 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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Oaklands Infant School — School Information

Full address
Vicarage Road, Chelmsford, CM2 9PH
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–7 years
Free school meals
4% of pupils
DfE URN
146210

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Frequently Asked Questions — Oaklands Infant School

Is Oaklands Infant School oversubscribed?

Oaklands Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 180 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Oaklands Infant School?

Admission to Oaklands Infant School is managed by Essex. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Oaklands Infant School cover?

Oaklands Infant School is a primary school in Chelmsford, Essex, serving pupils aged 5–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.