Open Evening 2026

Join us at our Open Evening on Wednesday 23rd September to explore the opportunities on offer at Mercia Academy.

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Welcome to The Mercia Academy

We are committed to excellence in every area of the school from our vibrant and creative curriculum, which provides a combination of challenging and imaginative learning experiences, to a wide range of stimulating extra-curricular activities and excellent pastoral care.

Message from the Principal

Admissions

We are delighted to welcome prospective students and their parents/carers to Mercia Academy, and we look forward to establishing strong and positive relationships with you.

Our aim is for our students to learn without limits by thinking independently, behaving responsibly and continuing to learn successfully. 

Our Aims

We are excited about the prospect of seeing young people develop during their time at Mercia Academy and we will work alongside parents and carers to achieve this. 

Deciding where to send your child to study can often be difficult. However, we believe that Mercia Academy offers the very best opportunity for academic success and the holistic journey from Year 7 to 11.  

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Latest News
Exciting Progress on Our New School Building

September 14, 2026

Over recent months, a huge amount of work has taken place behind the scenes to prepare the site for the next phase of the project. While much of this activity has happened below ground, it has laid the foundations for some exciting developments that will soon become much more visible to students, families and the wider community. We are pleased to confirm that all piling works have now been successfully completed and work is continuing on the building's foundations ahead of the next major milest…

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Mercia Students Reach New Heights

August 20, 2026

We are especially proud of the progress our students have made in the core subjects, with strong improvements across English and Maths, reflecting their hard work, perseverance and aspiration, supported by the dedication and encouragement of our staff,  Alongside the school's collective success, several students celebrated excellent individual achievements. Destiny secured an impressive set of results, including two grade 9s, and will progress to sixth form to study A-levels.  Maria al…

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Year 7 Explore Future Opportunities on University Visit

May 21, 2026

Around 60 students attended the visit, which introduced them to university life in an engaging and accessible way. The day began with an interactive activity that helped students learn about university life, followed by a guided tour of the campus where they explored lecture theatres, study spaces and other facilities. Students also took part in subject taster sessions in areas such as Graphic Design and Business. In the Graphic Design session, they completed a creative branding task, developing…

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Year 9 Students Take on Mock Magistrates’ Trial Competition

March 18, 2026

Thirteen students volunteered to join Mercia Academy’s inaugural team and began preparing in the Autumn Term through regular lunchtime sessions. As part of their preparation, we welcomed a local magistrate into school who introduced the group to courtroom roles and procedures. Students also met online with a qualified lawyer who offered guidance on building effective lines of questioning and constructing arguments. These sessions helped deepen their understanding of how the legal system works an…

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Students Excel on Unforgettable Girona Football Development Tour

March 12, 2026

The tour began with a high‑level coaching session delivered by Girona FC academy staff. Students developed key technical skills including short passing, movement in tight spaces and effective team communication. Later that day, they faced local Spanish opposition in competitive fixtures that showcased excellent teamwork. Both Mercia teams played with great determination and the Player of the Match awards were earned by goalkeepers Tommy and Harry for their outstanding saves. Alongside their foot…

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