Melrose School
URN: 102697 • Mitcham/ Raynes Park CR4 3BE
Overview
- Name
- Melrose School
- URN
- 102697
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Carla Chandler (since 2025) , Executive Head
- Telephone
- 02086462620
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Road/ Whatley Avenue, Mitcham/ Raynes Park CR4 3BE
Summary
Melrose School is a community special school located in Mitcham, Merton, catering to a diverse student body of 128 pupils, with a capacity of 158. The school focuses on providing a tailored educational experience for children with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, ensuring that each student receives support that aligns with their individual requirements and aspirations.
The curriculum at Melrose is designed to be broad and engaging, aiming to inspire and challenge students while promoting their overall development. The school has been praised for its high expectations and effective teaching strategies, which have resulted in many students making progress at or above national levels.
In addition to academic support, Melrose School emphasizes the importance of community and family involvement, fostering strong partnerships to enhance student outcomes. The recent expansion of facilities, including a new primary provision and shared sports hall, reflects the school’s commitment to meeting the needs of all pupils and providing a safe, supportive environment for learning.
The curriculum at Melrose is designed to be broad and engaging, aiming to inspire and challenge students while promoting their overall development. The school has been praised for its high expectations and effective teaching strategies, which have resulted in many students making progress at or above national levels.
In addition to academic support, Melrose School emphasizes the importance of community and family involvement, fostering strong partnerships to enhance student outcomes. The recent expansion of facilities, including a new primary provision and shared sports hall, reflects the school’s commitment to meeting the needs of all pupils and providing a safe, supportive environment for learning.
Useful links
- Melrose Secondary School (other)
- Lavender Campus (other)
- Whatley Campus (other)
- Google Chrome (other)
- Greenhouse School Websites (other)
- Canterbury Campus (other)
- Cobham Court (other)
- Melrose Primary School (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Blossom House School (67.2)
- Canterbury Campus and Lavender Campus (63.0)
- Cricket Green School (59.4)
- Jus'T'Learn (55.6)
- Lavender Lodge School (54.1)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 128 | 90 | 38 | 158 | 52.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 117 | 80 | 37 | 158 | 53.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 57 | 43 | 14 | 158 | 47.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 57 | 43 | 14 | 78 | 47.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 48 | 37 | 11 | 45 | 62.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 32 | 30 | 2 | 45 | 54.80 |
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