Writes Colette Quinlivan, Senior Deputy Head
On Sunday 8 November, Merchant Taylors’ Prep was proud to take part in the annual Northwood Remembrance Day Parade and Memorial Service, joining local schools, community organisations, representatives of the Armed Forces and residents to honour those who have served and sacrificed their lives for our country.
Aarav D. (Y6), our Vice School Captain, represented the Prep alongside Mrs Colette Quinlivan, Senior Deputy Head. We were also pleased to join Mr Sam Baldock and representatives from Merchant Taylors’ School for this important occasion.
Gathered at the Northwood War Memorial, the community came together for a moving Act of Remembrance. The sounding of the Last Post, followed by the two-minute silence and Reveille, provided a poignant opportunity for reflection.
As part of the ceremony, Aarav laid a wreath on behalf of the Merchant Taylors’ Prep community, paying tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice and acknowledging the courage, service and selflessness of generations past and present. It was particularly meaningful to see one of our senior pupils taking an active role in such an important community tradition, demonstrating the respect, compassion and sense of responsibility that we seek to nurture in all our boys.
Remembrance is not simply about looking back; it is also about helping younger generations understand the value of peace, the importance of service and our shared responsibility to ensure that the sacrifices of others are never forgotten.
We were honoured to stand alongside the Northwood community in remembrance.
We will remember them.
