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
YEAR 7 OPEN EVENING

If you are starting secondary school in 2025, join us for our Open Evening on Thursday 26th September, from 4.30 - 7pm. There will be an opportunity to attend a talk with our Principal, tour our new facilities and speak to our friendly students and staff.

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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
Students shine live on BBC Radio Derby and East Midlands Today

September 24, 2024

Reporter Sian Filcher was able to tour our impressive new complex – situated in Newhall, Swadlincote – and chat with staff and students about our remarkable school and our supportive community. “It’s an incredible journey the school has been on,” Mr Black, our new Assistant Headteacher, told her. “It’s a fantastic new building. It’s airy, it’s light, it’s bright, it’s nice and warm and there’s spacious corridors… …It inspires students” he continued. Reflecting on how students have reacted to the…

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Mercia Academy opens for new academic year

September 06, 2024

Students will access site from Bretby Road, using the path at the side of the Infant School, or the ‘bottom gate’ on Sunnyside and buses will arrive to the same places as last year; stopping on Bretby Road in the mornings. In the coming weeks, we will be organising an opportunity for all Parent and Carers to view the new school.  Prospective students (currently in Year 6 and 5) and their parents are invited to visit the Year 7 open evening on 26th September. We can't wait to welcome all back on…

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Building updates

September 06, 2024

Here’s a sneak peek inside the new building—it’s looking fantastic, and we can’t wait to welcome students back on site to start the next chapter in their learning journey at Mercia Academy. Check out the photos below to see the impressive progress. Looking ahead, we have several events planned. Stay tuned for details on our ‘Commitment to Success’ evening for Year 11 parents and an Open Evening for prospective students on Thursday 26th September. We’re enthusiastic about the year ahead and the c…

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GCSE RESULTS 2024

August 23, 2024

One student, with a passion for Engineering and creative subjects, excelled with top grades in both areas. They are now set to pursue A Levels, including Engineering, and are poised to become a fantastic role model in STEM. Another student, who dedicated themselves to Geography and History, achieved outstanding results in both subjects and will continue their studies at 6th form, focusing on these areas at A Level. We also had a student who, through a strong revision strategy and tailored suppor…

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Duke of Edinburgh Term Overview

July 09, 2024

Bronze Group Adventures: The boys' bronze group set off early at 7:50am, tackling the challenge of packing their tents and hoping for good weather and high spirits. The girls' bronze group started their 12km journey at 7:40am, motivated by the promise of a well-deserved ice cream at the finish line. Both bronze groups began their qualifying expedition at Parsley Hay in the Peak District, performing kit checks and studying maps before their walk to Hulme End. The boys enjoyed a hearty breakfast…

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