About Us

At Merchant Taylors’, a leading coeducational independent day school in Merseyside, we are committed to providing exceptional education for boys and girls aged 4 to 18. We welcome pupils from across Merseyside and beyond, offering every child the opportunity to broaden their horizons, nurture their ambitions, and take confident steps toward a successful and fulfilling future.

With a proud heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we combine tradition with innovation to deliver an outstanding all-through education. Our small teaching groups enable personalised learning and meaningful teacher-pupil relationships, where pupils are known and cared for. This tailored approach ensures our pupils are well-prepared for top universities, competitive apprenticeships, and the evolving world of work.

Our broad and balanced curriculum blends the best of the National Curriculum with the flexibility of independent education. Delivered by highly-qualified and passionate teachers, our academic programme supports every learner, from early years through to Sixth Form. We offer a rich mix of traditional and modern subjects, alongside individual support for those who need it, ensuring every pupil can discover and develop their unique strengths.

Merchant Taylors’ consistently ranks among the top-performing schools in the North of England for GCSE and A Level results. Almost all of our Sixth Form pupils progress to their first-choice universities, with the majority proceeding to Russell group and Oxford and Cambridge, reflecting our commitment to academic excellence and holistic development.