Merlin Top Primary is a school that our children, staff and governors are proud of. We provide a welcoming, caring, supportive and secure environment in which all children are valued.
Read our Principal's welcomeStarting school is an important milestone in every child’s life. We want to work together with parents and caregivers to ensure that all children are equipped with the skills needed to have a successful start...
Find out moreWhether you have recently graduated from university, or are looking for a career change, we are passionate about developing and supporting you to be the best teacher you can be.
Train to TeachThe “Best Start in Life” website is a government resource which provides parents and caregivers with a hub of information to support children from pregnancy to starting reception.
Best Start in Life

Merlin Top Primary Academy
2 days ago
🎄✨ Calling All Stallholders! ✨🎄
We are still looking for stallholders to join us for our upcoming Christmas Fayre! 🎁
Tables are £15 each.
If you'd like to book a space and showcase your items, please call the school office today to secure your place! ...📞👇
Merlin Top Primary Academy
2 days ago
Merlin Top Primary Academy
2 days ago
🏛️✨ Step back in time! Our Year 3 and Year 4 pupils had an incredible morning exploring Ancient Greece through an immersive VR workshop!
From stepping inside the famous buildings to discovering life in Ancient Greece, the children brought their history learning to life without even ...leaving the classroom.
The excitement and curiosity in the room were unmatched! 🏺🛡️
Merlin Top Primary Academy
2 days ago
🌈 Lots of lovely rainbow challenge activities in The Bridge this week!
Our learners have been hard at work developing their fine motor skills, practicing turn taking, and boosting their number recognition through fun, hands-on tasks.
It’s been fantastic seeing everyone get ...💫✨
Merlin Top Primary Academy
3 days ago
Aire class had a fantastic afternoon in Science! 🔦🪞
We’ve been learning all about how light reflects. The children used mirrors to try and see objects on the desk, discovering that light travels in straight lines. They then explored the science of reflection and challenged ...themselves to complete a maze using only a mirror to guide them!
Merlin Top Primary Academy
3 days ago
✨ Celebrations in Reception ✨
Our topic this half term is Celebrations, where we will be exploring lots of different festivals and celebrations from around the world.
We started the week by learning all about Diwali – the Festival of Light. 🪔
The children have ...been introduced to diva lamps, explored beautiful paper lanterns and discovered how and why Diwali is celebrated. We have loved learning about the different traditions, colours and lights that make this festival so special! ✨