In October 1845, Fr. Charles King opened the Immaculate Conception school-chapel. The parish
church was built two years later. The school has since served generations of families from
Chelmsford and beyond.

Today, Our Lady Immaculate School is situated on a much-extended site and is part of a vibrant parish.

The school aims to provide an excellent and distinctive Catholic education to prepare pupils to meet
the demands of the 21st Century. Our Lady Immaculate is now a Voluntary Aided, Roman Catholic Primary School, within the Diocese of Brentwood.

Arrangements to visit the school may be made, by prior appointment with the Headteacher, who will be pleased to see parents, show them around the school and provide further information.

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Mission Statement

"The school aims to show, through the co-operation and joint commitment between all staff, Governors,
children and parents, that Christ is central to the life of Our Lady Immaculate Roman Catholic Primary School.

By following and building upon this statement, we hope that each child will leave feeling they have fulfilled their potential within our school, been a positive member of a caring community and progressed along their journey
of faith."

The school aims to ensure that the whole curriculum for each child is coordinated and coherent so that effective learning can take place. The school provides a broad and balanced curriculum through all the subjects of the National Curriculum and develops the work of individual children according to their age, aptitude and ability.

Click below to open the prospectus for Our Lady Immaculate 2006-2007. The prospectus is available in
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The children are grouped in classes according to age:

The teacher of each class is responsible for the children's work, although children may, at times, be working
with other teachers and in other parts of the school.

The Foundation Stage curriculum is organized into 6 areas of learning. Early Learning Goals establish expectations for most children to reach by the end of the Foundation Stage. Foundation Stage continues to the end of Reception.

The National Curriculum specifies programmes of study and attainment targets for children at different stages
of their schooling. Key Stage 1 of the National Curriculum is completed by the end of Year 2 and Key Stage 2
by the end of Year 6. The curriculum is taught in the context of our identity as a Catholic school.

Extra Curricular Activities

Such activities take place during the lunch hour or after school. Children are able to take advantage of activities
in Art, Computers, Music, Netball, Football, Badminton, Tennis, Table Tennis, Chess and Gymnastics.

Gymnastics is the most popular activity and there is usually a waiting list to join. The school competes at
both local and national level.

Where necessary, parents are asked to contribute to the cost of these activities.

Girls Autumn & Spring Term	Boys Autumn & Spring Term
*Navy blue blazer and badge Black or navy coat White blouse **School tie (Reception - elasticated) Grey pinafore or grey skirt ***Royal blue sweatshirt or cardigan White socks or navy blue tights Black shoes (of an approved style and not black patent)	*Navy blue blazer and badge Black or navy coat White shirt **School tie (Reception - elasticated) Grey long trousers ***Royal blue sweatshirt Grey/navy blue socks Black shoes (of an approved style)
Summer Term Blue and white checked dress (not navy) ** School baseball cap Shoes as above or navy / white sandals	Summer Term White polo shirt - no tie, Grey shorts ** School baseball cap Shoes as above
P. E. ** Blue school T-shirt Navy shorts	P.E. ** Blue school T-shirt Navy shorts
Juniors : Royal blue games shirt with school crest Navy blue or black shorts Royal blue socks Tracksuit for outdoor games lessons in winter (navy or black only) Trainers (for playground)	Juniors : Royal blue games shirt with school crest Navy blue or black shorts Royal blue socks Tracksuit for outdoor games lessons in winter (navy or black only) Trainers (for playground) Football boots
General : ** School Prayer Book ** Reading folder/book bag Black plimsolls (in shoe bag which is available from the school office) Royal blue headbands or ribbons only Painting shirt Scarves, gloves and hats for winter use / Waterproof boots - wet weather

* Not compulsory. Navy blue blazers are available "off the peg" from BHS or M & S, however, school badges
are available from the School Office.
** Available from the School Office.
***Sweatshirts / cardigans with the school logo are available from the School Office.
(Only sweatshirts and cardigans with the school logo may be worn.)

All clothing and personal belongings must be clearly marked with the child's name.

1. 'Looked after children' of a Catholic family attending mass weekly living in one of the parishes
   of Our Lady Immaculate and The Holy Name, Chelmsford or Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Stock.
   
2. Baptised Catholics living in one of the parishes of Our Lady Immaculate and The Holy Name, Chelmsford or Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Stock.
   >> Having a Catholic parent/guardian who attends mass weekly and
   >> Having a sibling at the school at the date of admission.
   
3. Baptised Catholics living in a parish other than those given in 1 above.
   >> Having a Catholic parent/guardian who attends mass weekly and
   >> Having a sibling at the school at the date of admission.
   
4. Baptised Catholics living in one of the parishes of Our Lady Immaculate and The Holy Name, Chelmsford or Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Stock.
   >> Having a Catholic parent/guardian who attends mass weekly
   
5. Baptised Catholics: living in a Parish other than those given in Category 1 and
   >> Having a Catholic parent/guardian who attends mass weekly
   
6. Baptised Catholics:
   >> Having a sibling at the school
   
7. Baptised Catholics living in one of the parishes of Our Lady Immaculate and The Holy Name, Chelmsford or Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Stock.
   
8. Baptised Catholics residing in a parish other than those given in Category 1.
   
9. Non-baptised children of a Catholic parent/guardian.
   >> Having a sibling at the school at the date of admission.
   
10. Non-baptised children of a Catholic parent/guardian.
    
11. Other 'looked after' children.
    
12. Any child for whom the parent/guardian, as a practising Christian, desires a Catholic education.
    >> Whose application is signed by a Christian Minister.
    
13. Remaining applications