Merdon Junior School
Community primary school in Eastleigh (Hampshire).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
iWritten by WhatSchool from official school data (Get Information about Schools, DfE and Ofsted).Welcome to Merdon Junior School As Headteacher, I am delighted to welcome you and your family to Merdon Junior School. We are a vibrant community where every child is encouraged to be aspirational, connected, and thoughtful — values that shape everything we do.
We believe that strong partnerships between home, school, and our local community are essential to your child's success and well-being. Together, we create a supportive environment where your child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
At Merdon, we are committed not only to delivering a high-quality education but also to ensuring that every child feels safe, happy, and confident. We celebrate the uniqueness of each child, fostering mutual respect and kindness throughout our school community. Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed and continually evolving to be creative, inclusive, and forward-thinking.
Through inspiring literature, engaging outdoor learning, and consistent high-quality teaching, we nurture a lifelong love of learning that empowers children to achieve their very best. Our dedicated staff team share a passion for excellence and innovation, working to provide enriching experiences that support every child's growth and development.
Enrichment
12 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Badminton
- Choir
- Cricket
- Dance
- Football
- Gymnastics
- Karate
- Mindfulness
- Music
- Sewing
- Growth Mindset
- Forest School
Awards
3 awardsiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Music MarkMusic
- School Games MarkSport
- Sing UpRecognised award
Key facts
- URN
- 115873
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 7 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Hampshire
- Constituency
- Eastleigh
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Governing body (7 current, 2 former)
Maintained school governing body.
Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms Catherine Biggs | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2029 |
| Mr Alex Guthrie Former | Chair of Governors | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · term ended 2026 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs Kate Henry | Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Vicky Robinson | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mrs Sally Murray | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Julian Vaughan-Spickers | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Ms Rebecca Winterhalder | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Mr Peter Martin | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2008 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Alex Guthrie Former | Governor | Appointed by GB/board | since 2021 · term ended 2025 |
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools (governance records, as at 25 October 2026). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Names are shown as published; there are no addresses or contact details. Current and former are worked out from term end dates when the page loads. Object or ask for removal · Report an issue with this record