Who manages admissions
All admissions for Years 7 to 11 are managed by Sheffield City Council. This includes applications made during the normal admissions round and in-year applications.
Our approach to admissions
We welcome applications from families across the south-west of Sheffield. Mercia School is non-selective and serves a wide catchment area. Families often consider us alongside other secondary schools in this part of the city.
We encourage all parents and carers to explore the school’s ethos carefully before applying. Visits to the school are welcomed, particularly for in-year applications or applications outside the usual admissions cycle.
Open events
Prospective families are strongly encouraged to attend our open events in October. These events offer essential information about our culture, expectations and curriculum, presented in an open and honest format to support informed decision-making.
Expectations and ethos
Mercia School has a traditional and highly structured ethos. We ask parents and carers to choose the school as their first preference only if they fully support our values and expectations. This is not a convenience choice and the school’s culture will not be adjusted to individual preference.
Pupils learn in calm, well-behaved classes taught by subject experts who stretch and challenge all pupils, regardless of starting point. It is important that families are committed to this approach so that pupils can thrive.
How to apply
Full details on applying for a secondary school place are available on the Sheffield City Council School admissions website. Families can also contact the School Admissions team using the details below:
School Admissions
Floor 5
Howden House
Union Street
Sheffield S1 2SH
Telephone: 0114 273 5790
Mercia Collegiate Sixth Form admissions
For information on admissions to our sixth form, click here.
Admission arrangements
Mercia School has determined its Admission Arrangements for 2026 to 2027 in line with Regulation 17 of the School Admission Regulation 2012. Any objections to these arrangements must be submitted to the Schools Adjudicator by 15 May 2025.
View our admissions policy here.