What is the Ofsted rating of Merrylands Primary School?

Merrylands Primary School has an Ofsted rating of "Good", based on an inspection in 3 November 2025.

How many pupils does Merrylands Primary School have?

Merrylands Primary School has 546 pupils enrolled.

Who is the head of school of Merrylands Primary School?

The head of school of Merrylands Primary School is Gemma Pryer.

What type of school is Merrylands Primary School?

Merrylands Primary School is a Academy converter with a Primary phase of education.

Which local authority is Merrylands Primary School in?

Merrylands Primary School is in the Essex local authority area.

Academy converter Primary Open

Merrylands Primary School

📍 Cumberland Drive, Laindon, Basildon, Essex, SS15 6QS

Ofsted: Good (3 November 2025)

546

Pupils

21.2%

Free school meals

1 October 2016

Opened

About this school

Merrylands Primary School is a Academy converter serving primary age pupils, located in Basildon, Essex. The school has 546 pupils enrolled. It was rated Good by Ofsted in 3 November 2025. The Head of School is Gemma Pryer. The school is administered by Essex local authority. It belongs to BERLESDUNA ACADEMY TRUST. It opened in 1 October 2016.