Merlin School is a non-assessing, co-educational pre-prep for children from 3-8 years. The school is divided into a Pre-School (age 3+), a Main School comprising a Lower School and an Upper School. Reception and Year 1 make up the Lower School; Years 2 and 3 form the Upper School. Although these stages are distinct the children transition between them seamlessly.

The school ethos is that children should be encouraged to reach their full potential – academically, physically and socially, in a happy atmosphere. Good manners and consideration for others are expected and valued. European and global awareness is encouraged. The School aims to takes an individual and equitable approach to all applicants, and our ambition is to provide a robust and challenging academic education for girls and boys. Our full and well-rounded education aligns with the future of work, relationships and society, which relies on individuals who are resilient, responsible and kind.  These are characteristics that Merlin values, in its holistic approach, just as highly as academic progress.

Joining Merlin

There are two principal points of admission; children can join the Merlin Pre-School in the September after their third birthday or the Reception year of Main School after their fourth birthday. Occasional places may also be offered at the Headteacher’s discretion throughout the year, subject to availability.

The diagram below describes the stages in the admissions journey. We are here to support you through this process and to welcome your child into the Merlin family, so please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries.