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Merchant Taylors' School exterior

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Merchant Taylors' School

Northwood, Middlesex, United Kingdom

BoysDay boardingAges 11-18Independent1,100 pupils

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Academics

Qualifications offered

GCSEA-Level

Entrance requirements

Academically selective. Boys join at 11+ (Third Form / Year 7) from independent and state primary schools. There is also a smaller intake at 16+ for the Sixth Form. The assessment process is rigorous but designed to minimise stress.

Life & activities

Sports

RugbyFootballTennisSailing

Arts

Art & DesignDramaMusic

Extra-curricular

CCFDuke of EdinburghOutdoor EducationClubs and SocietiesTrips & ExpeditionsYoung EnterpriseCharitable endeavoursLeadership rolesMentoring

Boarding & pastoral

Boarding type: Day

Dining: School lunch is a compulsory element of education at Merchant Taylors'. Lunches are charged at £348 per term.

Pastoral care: The school has a house system and tutor system. Pastoral care includes counselling, safeguarding, coaching and a wellbeing programme. Each boy is supported individually through long-term tutor relationships and small groups.

Latest inspection

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