Merchant Taylors' Boys' School
Liverpool, Merseyside · L23 0QP
Merchant Taylors' Boys' School is a day-only independent senior school in Crosby, Liverpool, serving 457 pupils from age 7 through sixth form. Ranked top independent school in Merseyside (Times Parent Power), the school emphasises an inclusive ethos captured in its strategic direction 'All Grow, All Achieve, All Matter'. The school combines academic rigour with broad co-curricular opportunity, underpinned by a historic merchant guild heritage.
- →Top-ranked independent school in Merseyside with strong academic outcomes
- →Comprehensive day school model with entry points at 7, 8, 11, 13 and 16
- →Broad co-curricular provision including chemistry olympiads, financial qualifications (CISI), and extensive sports facilities
- →Integrated senior school and sixth form on single campus with strong pastoral care
Who thrives here
Academically able boys seeking a day-school alternative with strong pastoral support and competitive co-curricular opportunities, particularly those with interests in STEM, sports or finance/economics.
Strengths at a glance
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At a glance
Contact & visit
Liverpool Road, Crosby
Liverpool, Merseyside
L23 0QP
Nearest stations
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Merchant Taylors' Boys' School?
Day fees at Merchant Taylors' Boys' School are approximately £18,654 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Merchant Taylors' Boys' School?
Merchant Taylors' Boys' School admits pupils at 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Merchant Taylors' Boys' School's exam results?
At Merchant Taylors' Boys' School, 27.1% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 40.8% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Merchant Taylors' Boys' School a boarding school?
Merchant Taylors' Boys' School is a day school in Liverpool and does not offer boarding.
What is Merchant Taylors' Boys' School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Merchant Taylors' Boys' School “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong academic outcomes and subject-specific achievement (chemistry olympiads, financial qualifications)
✓Inclusive pastoral culture ('All Matter' ethos)
✓Top-ranked independent school in Merseyside
✓Broad co-curricular and sports provision
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted inspected; limited independent external validation of overall provision