Harris Academy MertonWide Way , Mitcham

Located in Mitcham, Harris Academy Merton is a secondary school, serving pupils aged 11 to 18. The school is a academy sponsor led and operates as a mixed school. It follows a non-selective admissions policy. It does not have a designated religious character, which may suit families looking for a non-faith school. The school also offers a sixth form, allowing students to continue into post-16 education on site.

Harris Academy Merton currently has around 1341 pupils on roll, which is about 89% of its capacity. The gender split is relatively balanced, with approximately 58.2% boys and 41.8% girls. Around 34.3% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which gives an indication of the socio-economic mix. The student population reflects a mixed community across different backgrounds and needs.

Overall absence at the school is 7.7%. Persistent absence is recorded at 19.9%.

The student population reflects a mixed community, with african pupils forming the largest group at around 21.2%. pakistani pupils make up about 14.2%

At its latest Ofsted inspection, the school was rated Outstanding. This indicates exceptional performance across all areas. Safeguarding was judged to be effective, which is a key consideration for many parents.

Around 96% of pupils move on to sustained destinations after Year 11. Most continue into education (94%) , including 54% who stay in school sixth forms and 29% progressing to further education , while 2% enter apprenticeships .