Merrydale Junior School is a academy converter serving families in Leicester and the wider Leicester area. The school is well established within the local education landscape.

Merrydale Junior School caters for mixed pupils from 7 to 11 years. With 359 pupils enrolled and a capacity of 360, the school provides a structured and balanced curriculum aligned with national expectations.

Ofsted last inspected the school on 23 October 2019, awarding it a Good rating. The report noted positive aspects of leadership, safeguarding and the school’s approach to pupil development.