Merton Court School
Sidcup, Bexley, Greater London · DA14 4QU
An independent, co-educational prep school in Sidcup, Bexley, Merton Court takes children from age 3 through to 11 within a Church of England character. With around 310 pupils on roll, it is a small school, which tends to mean familiar faces and close knowledge of each child. Led by headteacher Mr Dominic Price, it earned an 'excellent' rating at its most recent ISI inspection.
310
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-11
- Pupils
- 310
- Location
- Sidcup, Bexley, Greater London
- Website
- https://mertoncourtprep.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 020 83002112
Headteacher
Head Mr Dominic Price
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Teaching & academics
The Independent Schools Inspectorate judged Merton Court 'excellent', its highest grade, and the school met all compliance requirements. As a prep school running to age 11, it is geared towards preparing pupils for the next stage of their education, including the 11+ transition.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 9 December 2025
The last word
A small Church of England prep with an 'excellent' ISI verdict, well suited to families seeking an attentive, all-through-to-11 start in Sidcup.
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Merton Court School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Merton Court School located?
Merton Court School is located at Sidcup, Kent, Sidcup, DA14 4QU.
What type of school is Merton Court School?
Merton Court School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Greater London.
How many pupils attend Merton Court School?
Merton Court School has approximately 310 pupils on roll.
What is Merton Court School's inspection rating?
Merton Court School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 9 December 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.