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
Merlin Top Primary Academy
2 days ago
Merlin Top Primary Academy
2 days ago
🪀 We had an unforgettable day with NED’s Mindset Mission! 🌟
Our students loved learning all about the "NED Mindset":
❌ Never give up!
🤝 Encourage others!
💯 Do your best!
Through amazing yo-yo tricks, we learned that mistakes are just part of ...learning and practicing persistence pays off—both in yo-yoing and in the classroom! 🎒✨
Merlin Top Primary Academy
2 days ago
Year 1 had a wonderful day at St Anne’s Lytham Beach.
The children enjoyed exploring the sand, playing games, and spending time with their friends by the seaside.
They were excited to look for shells, build sandcastles, and learn about the beach environment.
Everyone... showed excellent behaviour and had lots of fun, making special memories together on their school trip.
Merlin Top Primary Academy
3 days ago
Merlin Top Primary Academy
3 days ago
🌿 What a classroom today at Bolton Abbey Estate!
Year 5 had a fantastic day exploring the estate and learning from a range of experts. We visited 6 different stations, including beekeeping, fire safety, mountain rescue, hunting dogs, habitat management, and animal population control. ...
The children discovered lots of fascinating facts, practical skills, and the important roles these people play in looking after the countryside.
The children were impeccably behaved throughout the day, listened attentively, asked thoughtful questions, and participated enthusiastically in every activity. Well done!