Merryfields School
URN: 143897 • Newcastle ST5 9NY
Overview
- Name
- Merryfields School
- URN
- 143897
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MANOR HALL ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Neil Brannigan (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01782914219
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hoon Avenue, Newcastle ST5 9NY
Summary
Merryfields School is a mixed academy special converter located in Newcastle, Staffordshire, catering to 113 pupils aged from Nursery to Year 6 who have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The school is committed to nurturing a love of learning, focusing on individualised education that promotes both academic achievement and essential life skills. Merryfields has received Advanced Autism Accreditation, reflecting its dedication to providing tailored, person-centred support for students.
The school fosters a calm and inclusive atmosphere, where pupils are encouraged to thrive in their learning environment. Staff are trained to understand the unique needs of each student, ensuring that barriers to learning are addressed effectively. The school places a strong emphasis on developing communication skills, helping pupils find their voice and feel valued.
Merryfields School also prioritises family support, offering flexible assistance to help implement routines and strategies at home. The school community is described as an "excellent family," where parents and carers feel engaged and supported in their children's educational journey.
The school fosters a calm and inclusive atmosphere, where pupils are encouraged to thrive in their learning environment. Staff are trained to understand the unique needs of each student, ensuring that barriers to learning are addressed effectively. The school places a strong emphasis on developing communication skills, helping pupils find their voice and feel valued.
Merryfields School also prioritises family support, offering flexible assistance to help implement routines and strategies at home. The school community is described as an "excellent family," where parents and carers feel engaged and supported in their children's educational journey.
Useful links
- SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) Information (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Our School (other)
- Headteacher Welcome Message (other)
- Local Academy Committee (other)
- Vision & Values (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Merryfields School (58.4)
- Coppice Academy (58.2)
- Coppice School (45.2)
- Newcastle Educational Assessment Centre (45.2)
- Northern Counties College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MANOR HALL ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 113
- Boys
- 89
- Girls
- 24
- FSM %
- 43.40
- Open date
- 2017-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 113 | 89 | 24 | 43.40 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 108 | 87 | 21 | 38.00 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 107 | 88 | 19 | 34.60 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 107 | 88 | 19 | 34.60 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 108 | 86 | 22 | 28.70 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 106 | 82 | 24 | 24.50 |
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