St Mark's Church of England Academy
72%
Capacity
944
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About St Mark's Church of England Academy
St Mark's Church of England Academy is a state-funded Church of England secondary school serving the Merton community, welcoming children from age 11 to 18. The school has 944 pupils on roll, operating at 72% capacity.
Ofsted has rated St Mark's Church of England Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Aimee Gallagher, it falls under Merton local authority.
St Mark's Church of England Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 492 applications for 115 places, making it 4.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 190 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Mark's Church of England Academy include Library, Sports Hall, Science Labs, Sixth Form Centre, Theatre, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Astro Turf, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rugby, Hockey, Netball and 4 more, as well as clubs including Model UN, Choir, Film Club, Drama and 6 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 46.3%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.
For families exploring secondary schools in Merton, St Mark's Church of England Academy is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Acacia Road, Mitcham, Merton, CR4 1SF |
| Headteacher | Aimee Gallagher |
| Local Authority | Merton |
| Number of Pupils | 944 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 46.3% |
| School Capacity | 944 / 1,320 (72% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
18Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed115
492
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
190 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Mark's Church of England Academy
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Contact Information
Acacia Road, Mitcham
Merton, CR4 1SF
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