The school was originally known as Terry’s – founded by Francis Terry in 1910, located at St. John’s Church, Northwood.
As the school grew in numbers, new accommodation was found, first in Eastbury Road and then at its present site (Moor Farm) in 1982, where the school was renamed as Northwood Prep.
By transforming the farmyard buildings into learning spaces, and by adding purpose-built facilities for science, physical education, art, design, and the performing arts, the school has grown into the wonderful setting you see today. In 2015, the school joined with Merchant Taylors’ to form Merchant Taylors’ Prep.
Royal Heritage
The history of Moor Farm can be clearly seen when you visit our school, however, there is a hidden history too. Every day, our staff, pupils, and parents walk in the footsteps of great historical figures. The Manor of the More, an ancient manor house, once stood in the grounds of the school.
The architectural remains lie preserved under the sports fields. The Manor of the More was gifted by King Offa to the abbey of St. Albans at its foundation in about 793. Later residents at The More included Edward IV, Cardinal Wolsey, Henry VIII, and Katharine of Aragon. A peace treaty between England and France was signed here in 1525.
