About the school
Merchant Taylors' School is a boys' school in Northwood. For 11+ entry, candidates sit three written papers in English, Mathematics and the Merchant Taylors' General Paper, together with a short online test, and shortlisted candidates are interviewed.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Boys |
|---|---|
| Sixth form | Yes |
📅 Open days: Open Morning: Saturday 26 September 2026.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Bespoke test |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Paper + computer |
| Subjects tested | English, Mathematics, Merchant Taylors' General Paper, Maths, Verbal Reasoning |
📄 Free Merchant Taylors' School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Detail | The pages mention bursaries and scholarships but give no 11+ catchment or priority-area policy. |
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Typical exam date | 28 Nov 2026 |
Only 2027 entry dates are stated: registration, bursary and scholarship deadline Saturday 31 October 2026; entrance exams (main day) Saturday 28 November 2026; candidates with access arrangements Monday 30 November; reserve day Monday 30 November; interviews January-February 2027; academic scholarship assessment days w/c 18 January 2027; practical scholarship assessments Friday 29 January 2027; offers sent Friday 12 February 2027; acceptance deadline Wednesday 3 March 2027. The page also says ap
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