Harris Academy Merton

Harris Academy Merton is a secondary school in Mitcham for ages 11 to 18.

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For Years 1 to 6, with a weekly view of what they have mastered and an 11+ track when you're ready.

Full inspection, September 2022.

Inspectors found that all pupils, including those with SEND and from disadvantaged backgrounds, learn the curriculum exceptionally well.
The report says pupils who need help with reading are quickly identified and receive effective extra help, such as small targeted groups.
The report says parents of pupils with SEND are regularly invited in to discuss their children's needs and learning.

Our summary of Ofsted's report. Read the full reports on Ofsted's website. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

The school promotes the ethos "Achievement is Success."
The school combines traditional values of strong discipline, good manners, respect and pride in appearance with contemporary best practice in teaching and technology.

Source: Harris Academy Merton website. Checked 11 November 2026.

The PE department runs sports clubs across 10 different sports, with some led by external specialist coaches.
Boys' and girls' teams represent the school across eight different sports, competing in Merton, Harris, London, Croydon and Surrey competitions.

Source: Harris Academy Merton website. Checked 11 November 2026.

Sports clubs are free to attend and can be joined by completing the relevant Microsoft Form or speaking to the PE staff member responsible.
Unless stated otherwise, sports clubs run from 2:50pm to 4:00pm.

Source: Harris Academy Merton website. Checked 11 November 2026.

The sixth form offers a broad range of academic and vocational courses, including A Level and Level 3 vocational qualifications.
Sixth form enrichment activities run every Wednesday, including book club, table tennis, boxing and Open University modules.
The school is part of the Harris Central Sixth Form, made up of 10 campuses with almost 2000 students.

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School details: Get Information about Schools, Department for Education, URN 131897. Checked 9 November 2026.

For Years 1 to 6, with a weekly view of what they have mastered and an 11+ track when you're ready.