Merchant Taylors' Prep School

URN: 117651 • Rickmansworth WD3 1LW

Overview

Name
Merchant Taylors' Prep School
URN
117651
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Boys
Religious
Christian
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
36.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Miles Chester (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
01923825648
Website
Visit
Address
Moor Farm, Rickmansworth WD3 1LW

Summary

Merchant Taylors' Prep School is an independent boys' school located in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, accommodating 365 pupils with a capacity of 370. The school is part of the Merchant Taylors' family of schools, offering a continuous educational journey for boys aged 3 to 18. The ethos of the school emphasizes a balanced education that combines academic rigor with a holistic approach, fostering not only academic success but also character development, creativity, and curiosity.

The curriculum at Merchant Taylors' Prep is designed to nurture essential learning attitudes such as curiosity, perseverance, independence, and collaboration. The school provides a wide range of extracurricular and sporting activities, ensuring that each boy is encouraged to explore his interests and develop as an individual. The commitment to unlocking each pupil's potential is central to the school's philosophy, with a focus on valuing every child.

The school prides itself on being a welcoming community where pupils, staff, and governors work together to strive for excellence. With a strong emphasis on personal growth and preparation for future educational challenges, Merchant Taylors' Prep aims to equip its students for success in their academic and personal lives.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
3 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
370
Pupils
365
Boys
365
Girls
0
FSM %
Open date
1922-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 365 365 0 370
2024-09-11 373 373 0 370
2023-09-11 368 368 0 370 0.00
2022-09-11 368 368 0 370 0.00
2021-09-11 368 368 0 370 0.00
2020-09-11 364 364 0 370 0.00

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