Merchant Taylors' Prep School term dates 2026/27
Last verified 21 September 2026
This is Merchant Taylors' Prep School, in Rickmansworth. Several schools are known as Merchant Taylors': Merchant Taylors' Schools, in Crosby, Merseyside and Merchant Taylors' School, in Northwood, Hertfordshire.
Autumn term at Merchant Taylors' Prep School starts Wednesday 9 September 2026 and ends Thursday 17 December 2026. October half term runs 19 October 2026 to 30 October 2026.
Term dates for Merchant Taylors' Prep School, compiled from the school's own published calendar and refreshed regularly.
Term dates
2026/27 term dates
| Term | Starts | Ends | Half term | INSET and closure days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn term | 9 September 2026 | 17 December 2026 | w/c 19 October 2026 | 7 Sep 2026 |
| Spring term | 7 January 2027 | 24 March 2027 | w/c 15 February 2027 | 6 Jan 2027, 22 Feb 2027 |
| Summer term | 13 April 2027 | 9 July 2027 | w/c 31 May 2027 | 12 Apr 2027, 3 May 2027, 7 Jun 2027 |
Key dates coming up
- 16 Dec 2026Y5 LAMDA Examinations
Open days at Merchant Taylors' Prep School
- 1 Oct 2026MTP Open Morning
Open days are run by Merchant Taylors' Prep School and can change or fill up. Book directly with the school to confirm a place.
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