E-Act Merchants' Academy

About E-Act Merchants' Academy

Merchants E-ACT Primary is a vibrant, two-form entry school in the heart of Withywood, taking children from three to eleven. We aim to give all of our children an excellent education whilst equipping them with the skills they need for life. We are proud to be an extremely nurturing and inclusive school.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Sarah Flannigan

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.7

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

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

19.5:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

54.9

Teachers (FTE)

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

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

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

Reviews 4

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Emily W

Parent Sep 1, 2023

5.0

"Amazing School!"

We absolutely love Merchants' Academy! The staff are so supportive and the facilities are top-notch. My child loves the 'Be Ready, Be Respectful and Be Safe' values and I appreciate how they're encouraged to 'think big' and 'aim high'.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah G

Parent Mar 20, 2023

5.0

"Wonderful Community"

We've been part of the Merchants' Academy community for two years now and it's been an incredible experience. The school's values align perfectly with our own and the staff are always willing to listen and support us. Our child loves the 'Team Spirit' aspect and is learning so much from the teachers.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Hannah T

Parent Nov 25, 2022

4.0

"Room for Improvement"

We've had a mixed experience at Merchants' Academy so far. The staff are friendly and the facilities are good, but we've noticed some inconsistency in the teaching quality and communication from the school. We're hoping to see some improvements in the coming years.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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James B

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Great School Experience"

My child thrived at Merchants' Academy and I'm so grateful for the excellent education and personal development they received. The PSHE program was particularly impressive and helped them become a confident young adult.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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