Merchant Taylors' School
URN: 117616 • Northwood HA6 2HT
Overview
- Name
- Merchant Taylors' School
- URN
- 117616
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 42.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Everson (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01923820644
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sandy Lodge, Northwood HA6 2HT
Summary
Merchant Taylors' School is a prestigious independent boys' school located in Northwood, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 959 students and a capacity of 1,175. The school is committed to fostering academic excellence within an inclusive community, where each pupil is supported and valued. The curriculum is designed to encourage individual talents, with 97% of students achieving grades A*-B at GCSE and 70% attaining A*-A at A-Level.
The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, offering over 100 clubs and societies that promote creativity, confidence, and curiosity. This approach aims to cultivate well-rounded individuals who are prepared for future challenges. The Head Master highlights the importance of knowing each pupil's character and ambitions, ensuring that boys are encouraged to explore their interests without the pressure to conform to a specific mould.
Merchant Taylors' School combines tradition with innovation, integrating technology into the educational experience. This forward-thinking ethos prepares students for success in higher education and beyond, while maintaining a strong sense of community and support throughout their academic journey.
The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, offering over 100 clubs and societies that promote creativity, confidence, and curiosity. This approach aims to cultivate well-rounded individuals who are prepared for future challenges. The Head Master highlights the importance of knowing each pupil's character and ambitions, ensuring that boys are encouraged to explore their interests without the pressure to conform to a specific mould.
Merchant Taylors' School combines tradition with innovation, integrating technology into the educational experience. This forward-thinking ethos prepares students for success in higher education and beyond, while maintaining a strong sense of community and support throughout their academic journey.
Useful links
- Senior School (sen)
- Upcoming Alumni Events (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Latest News (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Policies & Inspection Reports (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Privacy and Cookies Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Hall School (72.8)
- RNIB Sunshine House School (66.4)
- Northwood College for Girls GDST (46.6)
- London School of Theology (45.2)
- St Martin's School (43.5)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1175
- Pupils
- 959
- Boys
- 959
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1927-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 959 | 959 | 0 | 1175 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 963 | 963 | 0 | 990 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 932 | 932 | 0 | 950 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 932 | 932 | 0 | 950 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 929 | 929 | 0 | 950 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 903 | 903 | 0 | 950 | 0.00 |
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