Singlegate School win borough bowls competition
The grandees of bowling passed some of their skills onto the younger generation in preparation for the annual Merton Schools Bowling Tournament on Monday. Merton Bowling Club was hosting the […]
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Merton School ‘outstanding,’ says Ofsted
Rutlish School has been rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted making it one of the top performing schools in Merton. Head teacher Alex Williamson welcomed the news citing staff and pupils ongoing […]
Merton says NO MORE domestic violence or abuse
Merton Council is supporting a national campaign against domestic violence and sexual assault.
Could you be a foster carer?
Merton Council is hosting a series of roadshow events around the borough during Foster Care Fortnight for people to find out more about becoming a foster carer.
Merton ‘OSCA’ goes to teacher who set up student support group
A teacher at Ricards Lodge High School has been presented with a Merton ‘OSCA’ for her exceptional support for students.
Merton offers every child a primary school place
A primary school place has been offered to every parent in Merton with a child starting school in September.
Merton champions female headteachers, bucking the national trend
New research shows Merton is one of just seven councils which bucks the national trend of women being strongly under-represented in headteacher roles.
New scooter park is a UK first for Merton children
A school in Merton has created what is believed to be the UK’s first ever scooter park for young children which will be enjoyed both by pupils and the local […]
Underage pregnancy rate in Merton reduces by three quarters
The pregnancy rate in Merton for girls aged 18 or under has reduced by three quarters, according to new statistics.
Merton pupils dance at Royal Festival Hall
Young people from eight Merton schools performed at the Rambert Experience Day hosted by the renowned national Rambert dance company at the Royal Festival Hall.