Welcome to The Mercia Academy

We are committed to excellence in every area of the school from our vibrant and creative curriculum, which provides a combination of challenging and imaginative learning experiences, to a wide range of stimulating extra-curricular activities and excellent pastoral care.

Message from the Principal

Admissions

We are delighted to welcome prospective students and their parents/carers to Mercia Academy, and we look forward to establishing strong and positive relationships with you.

Our aim is for our students to learn without limits by thinking independently, behaving responsibly and continuing to learn successfully. 

Our Aims

We are excited about the prospect of seeing young people develop during their time at Mercia Academy and we will work alongside parents and carers to achieve this. 

Deciding where to send your child to study can often be difficult. However, we believe that Mercia Academy offers the very best opportunity for academic success and the holistic journey from Year 7 to 11.  

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Latest News
Mercia celebrates Inclusion Quality Mark Flagship Status

April 30, 2025

This national award is only given to a small number of schools across the UK – approximately 100 – and we are honoured to be one of them. It follows three years of us working with IQM, in which time we also earned Centre of Excellence status – one of only approximately 240 schools nationally – and have worked hard to build and share best practices in inclusion.    How did we achieve this award?  To receive the award, we worked closely with the IQM team, setting three key targets a…

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Mercia feature on local radio

March 12, 2025

The duo, gave listeners a fascinating insight into the history of the school and spoke at length about the exciting plans for a new permanent building. They also praised staff and students, championing their attitude, work ethic and resilience. You can listen to the full segment below:  

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Debate Club Tackles Global Environmental Issues

March 03, 2025

Recently, we asked the question ‘Is our environment taken seriously enough?’ The lively discussion did not disappoint, with students offering insightful contributions that spanned the globe. The debate kicked off with a deep dive into deforestation in the Amazon, examining the pros and cons of growing bamboo, and tackling worldwide pollution. Innovative ideas for disposing of global waste were also put forward, showcasing the students' creativity and concern for the planet. Bringing the discussi…

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Students Explore Diverse Career Paths and Innovative Learning Experiences on School Trips

February 27, 2025

Burton and South Derbyshire College First up was a visit to Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC), where our Key Stage 3 students delved deeper into a wide variety of courses and careers. One of the highlights of the trip was the Health and Social Care suite, where students got hands-on with a selection of interactive manikins programmed to behave like real humans. The cohort also enjoyed visiting the Travel and Tourism area, where they learned about a range of exotic locations, with some e…

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Local Member of Parliament visits Mercia Academy

January 27, 2025

Upon arrival, Samantha – who was elected as the Labour MP for South Derbyshire in last year's General Election – was taken on a tour of our new temporary school building by Principal Jackie Cooper and Executive Principal Sally Wicken. Next, Samantha met with a selected number of students who enjoyed posing a collection of pre-prepared questions to her. She spoke about life as an MP, her passion to ensure equity of opportunity in education and highlighted the importance of technology in schools,…

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