Our Lady of Mount Carmel School is in Norfolk Street, Coorparoo, Brisbane and is approximately 6 kilometers from the CBD. The school is a co-educational Catholic parish primary school where enrolment is selective only on the basis that first preference is given to Catholic families living in the parish boundaries. The core values of the school are central to the Mission and Vision Statement and are a reflection of our Catholic traditions and Carmelite charisms. Partnerships with parents through the School Board and P and F Association create strong support for strategic planning.The school achieves its mission by ensuring access for all students to all aspects of curriculum. The academic standard is strong with excellent results from NAPLAN testing. Students participate in choirs, school bands, a variety of sporting teams as well as chess club and computer club. Students requiring additional support for learning access a range of support. Annual events include cross-country and athletics carnivals, swimming carnival and school musical in which all students participate. A high level of parent involvement in the school community supports social functions, and a highly successful fundraising fete. A fundraising levy for families complements community support for the school.