Wheelie good news for scooter fans
Merton is home to the UK’s first dedicated scooter track. The Grand Prix-style course weaves in and out of a landscaped corner of Mostyn Gardens adjacent to Poplar Primary School. […]
Category Archives: Education and schools
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 […]
Creative students put on touring art exhibition
An art exhibition of work created by students with disabilities or learning difficulties will be going on display in Wimbledon and Morden.
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.
Merton pupils praised for school attendance levels
Pupils at schools in Merton have been praised for attendance levels which outshine the average for schools across the country.
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 […]
Merton Adult Education summer term timetable includes new subjects and Saturday courses
Brand new courses, some of which will be held on Saturdays, are being run during the summer term by Merton Adult Education.
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.