Mercia Academy
URN: 149380 • Swadlincote DE11 0TL
Overview
- Name
- Mercia Academy
- URN
- 149380
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- LIONHEART EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 33.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jackie Cooper (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01283216404
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sunnyside, Swadlincote DE11 0TL
Summary
Mercia Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Swadlincote, Derbyshire, with a current enrolment of 579 students and a capacity of 750. As part of The Lionheart Educational Trust since June 2024, the academy prides itself on providing a nurturing environment where every student is valued. The school aims to foster academic success and holistic development from Year 7 to Year 11, ensuring that students feel safe, happy, and supported throughout their educational journey.
The curriculum at Mercia Academy is designed to be vibrant and engaging, offering a blend of challenging and imaginative learning experiences. The school emphasizes the importance of independent thinking and responsible behaviour, preparing students for further studies and future careers. In addition to academic pursuits, Mercia Academy provides a range of extra-curricular activities, including sports, arts, and charity events, which contribute to the overall development of students.
Mercia Academy is committed to maintaining strong partnerships with families, ensuring open communication to support each student's individual needs. The dedicated pastoral staff work closely with students to guide them through their educational paths, helping them to discover and develop their unique talents.
The curriculum at Mercia Academy is designed to be vibrant and engaging, offering a blend of challenging and imaginative learning experiences. The school emphasizes the importance of independent thinking and responsible behaviour, preparing students for further studies and future careers. In addition to academic pursuits, Mercia Academy provides a range of extra-curricular activities, including sports, arts, and charity events, which contribute to the overall development of students.
Mercia Academy is committed to maintaining strong partnerships with families, ensuring open communication to support each student's individual needs. The dedicated pastoral staff work closely with students to guide them through their educational paths, helping them to discover and develop their unique talents.
Useful links
- Beehive Home (other)
- Lionheart Teach (other)
- Company Documents (other)
- About Us (other)
- Beehive Help (other)
- Our Schools (other)
- Privacy (other)
- Office 365 (other)
- Contact Us (other)
- Trust Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Pingle Academy (57.5)
- The Pingle School (53.1)
- Granville Sports College (50.2)
- Granville Academy (45.8)
- William Allitt School (44.7)
Key details
- LA
- Derbyshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- LIONHEART EDUCATIONAL TRUST
- Capacity
- 750
- Pupils
- 579
- Boys
- 302
- Girls
- 277
- FSM %
- 41.30
- Open date
- 2022-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Derbyshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 579 | 302 | 277 | 750 | 41.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 583 | 309 | 274 | 945 | 39.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 945 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 945 |
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