Merritts Brook Primary E-ACT Academy

URN: 139014 • Birmingham B31 5QD

Overview

Name
Merritts Brook Primary E-ACT Academy
URN
139014
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
E-ACT
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
44.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanne Maxfield (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01216751299
Website
Visit
Address
Trescott Road, Birmingham B31 5QD

Summary

Merritts Brook Primary E-ACT Academy is a mixed primary school located in Birmingham, with a current enrolment of 235 pupils and a capacity of 236. As part of the E-ACT multi-academy trust, the school emphasizes a vision of inspiring a love of learning and fostering a thirst for knowledge among its students. The academy is committed to high educational standards, with a carefully sequenced and engaging curriculum designed to enhance the learning experiences of all pupils.

The school prioritises mental health and wellbeing, ensuring that every child feels safe, valued, and cared for. A dedicated safeguarding team is in place to support the safety and welfare of students. The headteacher, Mrs. Joanne Maxfield, highlights the importance of positive relationships between staff and pupils, which contribute to a supportive learning environment where children are encouraged to be their best selves.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (69.4%), Merritts Brook Academy actively works to raise self-esteem and promote aspirational thinking within its diverse community. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to experience its ethos and values firsthand.

Key details

LA
Birmingham
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
E-ACT
Capacity
236
Pupils
235
Boys
116
Girls
119
FSM %
69.40
Open date
2013-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-01-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 235 116 119 236 69.40
2024-09-11 228 115 113 236 69.70
2023-09-11 217 114 103 236 56.90
2022-09-11 217 114 103 236 56.90
2021-09-11 220 119 101 236 57.10
2020-09-11 224 113 111 315 53.70

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