Category Archives: Senior Boys News
OC Joe wins prestigious USA Rugby prize
Congratulations to Old Crosbeian Joe Sharrock, who was won a prestigious rugby tournament in the United States. Joe, who left school in 2021, is part of the rugby programme at The Mount St Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Maryland and played
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Pupils learn from KnifeSavers talk
We were delighted to welcome Consultant Surgeon and KnifeSavers founder Dr Nikhil Misra to Merchant Taylors’ for a talk which focused on educating and empowering pupils on how to treat life threatening knife injuries. Old Crosbeian Dr Misra informed pupils
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Boys learn CSI skills
A group of boys took part in a special activity learning about the complexities of crime scene investigation. The forensic science session, part of our regular TENDO enrichment programme, focussed on BPA, or Blood Pattern Analysis. It was led by
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U16s Rugby Sevens tournament
Merchant Taylors’ was pleased to host its annual U16s Rugby Sevens tournament on Saturday. Teams from seven other schools took part in the event; Stonyhurst College, Manchester Grammar School, AKS Lytham, St Anselm’s College, Wirral Grammar School, St Mary’s College
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Cambridge calls for Sixth Form quartet
Four pupils at Merchant Taylors’ Sixth Form are celebrating after receiving offers from Cambridge University. Sophie and Lydia are looking forward to reading English and Music respectively, while Hemanth and Will intend to continue their respective studies in Natural Sciences
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Under 13s in Rugby Sevens heaven
Congratulations to our Under 13s, who won the Bowl at the AKS Lytham Sevens Rugby competition. The Year 8 boys won three matches on their way to being crown champions at the tournament, which took place in Lytham St Annes
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Rugby First XV win the Lancashire Plate
Congratulations to our 1st XV rugby team, who have won this year’s Lancashire Plate. The team were crowned champions after a hard-fought final versus Hutton Grammar School in Preston. A try and penalty by Cameron, tries from Rory, Euan and
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MND Charity Walk
During half term a group of Sixth Form Geography students and staff took part in a 27km walk in aid of the Motor Neurone Disease Association. The aim was to raise awareness and funds for MDNA who provide vital services
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Diversity and Inclusion Week
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive atmosphere and as such, last week we celebrated Diversity and Inclusion week at Merchant Taylors’ with a host of different themed activities taking place. Throughout the week pupils enjoyed taking part
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Model United Nations Conference
Eight Lower Sixth students from Merchant Taylors’ took part in the Manchester High School Model United Nations conference this weekend. The delegation represented South Africa; they debated issues such as the regulation of social media, drone warfare, lessons learnt from
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