Merrydale Junior School
URN: 143244 • Leicester LE5 0PL
Overview
- Name
- Merrydale Junior School
- URN
- 143244
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DISCOVERY SCHOOLS ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 52.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Antony Corbett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01162767708
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Claydon Road, Leicester LE5 0PL
Summary
Merrydale Junior School is a mixed primary academy located in Leicester, accommodating 359 pupils with a capacity of 360. The school prioritises inclusivity and diversity, fostering a respectful environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. Headteacher Antony Corbett, with nearly 30 years of experience at the school, emphasises the importance of strong partnerships between the school, families, and the community to support student success.
The curriculum at Merrydale is designed to develop independent and resilient learners, with a focus on cross-curricular opportunities. English and Maths are central to the curriculum, aiming to equip students with essential literacy and numeracy skills. Daily lessons in these subjects promote problem-solving, logical thinking, and effective communication, ensuring students are well-prepared for secondary education.
The school community is dedicated to providing a nurturing learning environment that inspires curiosity and a love for lifelong learning. With a commitment to meeting individual needs, Merrydale Junior School strives to create engaging lessons that challenge students while celebrating their achievements.
The curriculum at Merrydale is designed to develop independent and resilient learners, with a focus on cross-curricular opportunities. English and Maths are central to the curriculum, aiming to equip students with essential literacy and numeracy skills. Daily lessons in these subjects promote problem-solving, logical thinking, and effective communication, ensuring students are well-prepared for secondary education.
The school community is dedicated to providing a nurturing learning environment that inspires curiosity and a love for lifelong learning. With a commitment to meeting individual needs, Merrydale Junior School strives to create engaging lessons that challenge students while celebrating their achievements.
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Key details
- LA
- Leicester
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DISCOVERY SCHOOLS ACADEMIES TRUST LTD
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 359
- Boys
- 194
- Girls
- 165
- FSM %
- 31.80
- Open date
- 2016-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-10-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Leicestershire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 359 | 194 | 165 | 360 | 31.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 360 | 183 | 177 | 360 | 31.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 364 | 175 | 189 | 360 | 30.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 364 | 175 | 189 | 360 | 30.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 359 | 174 | 185 | 360 | 24.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 364 | 174 | 190 | 360 | 16.50 |
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