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What is the overall rating of Mercia Academy?

Mercia Academy has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 parent and student reviews on SchoolBrowse. These reviews cover various aspects including safety, teaching quality, communication, wellbeing, facilities, inclusion, and value for money.

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Mercia Academy

Swadlincote, United Kingdom

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About Mercia Academy

Welcome to Mercia Academy in the heart of Swadlincote, where we foster a vibrant learning community that values academic excellence, creativity, and personal growth. Our school is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where students can thrive and reach their full potential. We look forward to welcoming you to our academy.

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 31 responses • 5.4% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

71% positive 29% negative

My child feels safe at this school

80.6% positive 16.1% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

64.5% positive 22.6% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

74.2% positive 9.7% negative

My child does well at this school

77.4% positive 22.6% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 31 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

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

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

34.1

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

38.0

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.27

Progress 8

Below average

27.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

49.4%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

12.4% entered EBacc

3.4% achieved EBacc

89 pupils in cohort

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

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Reviews 2

Lee B

Parent Aug 3, 2025

4.0

"A Real Community Feeling"

We moved to the area last year and were initially worried about finding a good school. But from the first open day we felt welcome at Mercia Academy. The staff are always happy to help, and my child's come home every day excited to tell us about their day. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

Emily W

Parent May 4, 2025

4.0

"Excellent Support for My Son"

We've been genuinely impressed with the support our son has received at Mercia Academy. From the moment he started, the teachers have been approachable and have taken a genuine interest in his progress. He's loved the extracurricular activities on offer too!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Contact Information

Address Sunnyside, Newhall

Phone +44 1283216404

Email [email protected]

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Official Ratings

Ofsted May 2022

Behaviour and Attitudes

Requires Improvement

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Ofsted May 2022

Leadership and Management

Good

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Ofsted May 2022

Overall Effectiveness

Requires Improvement

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Ofsted May 2022

Personal Development

Good

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Ofsted May 2022

Quality of Education

Good

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