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Merton Court Prep

Co-ed

Omnia Strenue

(Strive above all)

Church of England
Nursery - Year 6 (Ages 3-11)
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Merton Court Preparatory School is a co-educational day school in Sidcup, Kent, for pupils aged 3 to 11. Established in 1899, it is the area’s oldest preparatory school and has been family-run since 1979. The school follows a holistic “Head, hand, heart” ethos, promoting a well-rounded education. Extensive on-site facilities include a 25m indoor swimming pool, two floodlit Astroturf pitches, a sports hall, and a dedicated Forest School. Pupils also benefit from specialist STEAM, music, and dance facilities, alongside the school’s own allotment and beehives.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Day Only

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Last updated on 3 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Details

Demonym:Mertonian
Founded:1899
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 51%/49% Boy/Girl)
School Size: Approx. 310 pupils
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Registered Company No.:OC344696
Associations:
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
Common Entrance to Senior
ABRSM
LAMDA
Scholarships:
Academic
Sport
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Table Tennis
Rounders
Cross Country Course
Badminton Court
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Multi Use Games Area (MUGA).
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Drama Studio
3D Printer
Forest School
Dance Studio
Library
Bee-keeping
Laser Cutter
Allotment

Contact Information

Address

38, Knoll Road, Sidcup, Kent, DA14 4QU

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General Enquiries

020 8300 2112