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The Merton Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

The Merton Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Leicester, Leicestershire , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 416 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–11

Age range

416

Pupils

420

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

The Merton Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Merton Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Leicestershire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 99% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Leicestershire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Leicestershire catchment area documents →

The Merton Primary School — School Information

Full address
Cherry Drive, Syston, Leicester, LE7 2PT
Local authority
Leicestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
11.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138818

Other Primary Schools in Leicester

If The Merton Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Leicester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Merton Primary School

Is The Merton Primary School oversubscribed?

The Merton Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Merton Primary School?

Admission to The Merton Primary School is managed by Leicestershire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does The Merton Primary School cover?

The Merton Primary School is a primary school in Leicester, Leicestershire, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.