Mereside Primary Academy

About Mereside Primary Academy

A very warm welcome to the Mereside Primary Academy Website. We pride ourselves in knowing our children incredibly well and use this knowledge to motivate, encourage and care for them throughout their time at our school.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal John McDonald

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

12.9

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

62.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily J Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Amazing Teachers and Forest School"

We're so happy with the teachers at Mereside Primary Academy. They're always supportive and make learning fun for my child. The Forest School program is also a great addition - it's wonderful to see the kids learning outdoors.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David W Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 1, 2022

4.0

"Mixed feelings about the curriculum"

My child has settled in well at Mereside Primary Academy, but I'm still unsure about the new curriculum. While the teachers seem enthusiastic, I worry that it's too focused on exams. The Forest School program is great, though, and the pastoral care is excellent.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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Rebecca H Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2021

4.0

"Great values and community"

We had a great experience at Mereside Primary Academy, particularly with the values they instill in the children (Pride, Ambition, etc.). The community is also very welcoming. My child loved the after-school club and the regular newsletters kept us informed.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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