Perseid School

We are hiring for a new Teaching Assistant and Senior Key Stage Teaching Assistant. Take a look at our website if you are looking for a rewarding career in an outstanding school: www.perseid.merton.sch.uk/Current-Opportunities/

This summer, the vibrant Perseid meteor shower is visible from 17th July – 24th August, peaking this week, 12-13th August. It truly is an unforgettable sight!

A huge thank you to James and the team at Starfyn for their generous donation to the Friends of Perseid School (FOPS), which enabled us to book a very special end-of-term ice cream van for our pupils!

The visit was more than just a tasty treat, it was a fantastic learning opportunity. Pupils had the chance to independently place their own ice cream orders, practising communication, choice-making and social skills, before enjoying a well-deserved end-of-term treat with their friends.

Thank you to Starfyn for helping create such a memorable experience and to FOPS for making opportunities like this possible. Your generosity brought plenty of smiles to the end of the school year!

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for this year’s Summer Fair! Following a change of date due to the weather, we were delighted to welcome more than 200 visitors to Perseid Lower School on Sunday 5th July for an afternoon of fun, community spirit and fundraising.

Thanks to the amazing work of our Friends of Perseid group and the incredible support of our families, staff and local community, we raised an amazing £1,413.80! 👏💙 From exciting stalls and games to delicious food, the movie room and plenty of opportunities to spend time together, it was wonderful to see so many people enjoying the day.

Thank you for making this year’s Summer Fair one to remember - we’re already looking forward to the next one!

Our 2025/26 Yearbook has arrived! ✨From the opening of our wonderful new Comet Department to unforgettable performances, inspiring achievements, special celebrations and memorable milestones, our latest Yearbook captures another incredible year at Perseid School.

It’s a celebration of our amazing pupils, dedicated staff, supportive families and the wider community who make Perseid such a special place to learn, grow and thrive.
We hope you enjoy looking back on the memories we’ve made together and celebrating the achievements of everyone who has helped make this year so special.

Read here: www.perseid.merton.sch.uk/Year-Book

As we reach the end of term, we’re celebrating a fantastic year of learning, growth and achievement. From memories to milestones, we’re reflecting on the journey and looking ahead to an exciting year to come

Starting Upper School is a big milestone, and at Perseid we’re committed to making every pupil’s transition a positive, supported and exciting experience. From personalised transition programmes and familiarisation visits to bespoke transition books and close partnerships with families, every step is carefully planned to help our pupils feel safe, confident and ready for the next stage of their learning journey.

Transition doesn’t end on the first day of term – it’s an ongoing process, and we’re here to support every child and their family along the way.

Read our latest blog to discover how we help pupils make the move from Year 6 to Year 7 with confidence: www.perseid.merton.sch.uk/News/Staff-Blog/

We were delighted to celebrate the incredible achievements of our Upper School pupils at this year's Graduation and Achievement Awards ceremony.

Pupils proudly received certificates for their accredited learning through our Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) curriculum, recognising the hard work, progress and dedication they have shown throughout the year. We were honoured to welcome the Mayor of Merton, Councillor Shuile Syeda, who presented many of the awards and joined us in celebrating our pupils' success.

The event also recognised outstanding achievements across sport, the arts, the Jack Petchey Achievement Awards and many other areas of school life, highlighting the wide range of talents, resilience and personal growth demonstrated by our pupils.

Congratulations to all of our award winners and graduates—we are incredibly proud of everything you have achieved and look forward to seeing what you accomplish next!

Over the past year, some of our Sixth Form pupils have taken on the role of tennis coaches alongside Sarah from the Tim Henman Foundation, developing their coaching skills through our PFA and work experience programme.

To recognise and celebrate their progress, this week they worked towards their LTA-accredited Youth Tennis Leaders qualification. As part of the assessment, pupils completed practical coaching tasks and produced written reflections, evidencing their skill development, learning and personal progress.

Throughout the programme, pupils have also strengthened their Skills Builder Essential Skills, including teamwork, communication, leadership, listening and staying positive.

We are incredibly proud of their commitment, confidence and achievements both on and off the court. 🎉👏

Tim Henman Charitable Foundation

Our KS4 pupils recently enjoyed their annual Camp Out, a fantastic opportunity to develop independence, teamwork and essential life skills in the great outdoors.
Throughout the camp, pupils worked together to set up the campsite, prepare their own meals and take part in a range of fun team-building activities. They also explored the natural environment, learning about the importance of protecting and caring for nature. Well done to all of our pupils for embracing every challenge with enthusiasm, resilience and teamwork!