Is MPW (London) a boarding school or a day school?

MPW (London) is a day school (day). No residential boarding is offered.

Does MPW (London) require an entrance exam?

No entrance exam is required at MPW (London). Admission is based on academic records and a school reference.

What curriculum does MPW (London) follow?

MPW (London) follows the A-Level and GCSE curriculum. The British curriculum is widely accepted for university entry globally.

What ages does MPW (London) accept?

MPW (London) welcomes students aged 14 to 19.

Is MPW (London) accredited?

MPW (London) is accredited by BSA.

What languages are taught at MPW (London)?

MPW (London) offers instruction in English.

Is MPW (London) recommended for expat families?

Sport ["Oxbridge preparation","Small group tuition","Flexible course options","Diverse international student body"] MPW (London) is consistently recommended by international and expat families.

What was MPW (London)'s ISI inspection result?

MPW (London) was inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) in March 2025 and met every Standard. ISI is the government-approved body for inspecting independent schools in England.

MPW (London) — A-Level School in London

MPW (London) is a A-Level / GCSE school in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 1973.

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Location & getting here

Postcode

SW7 5AB

Setting

Urban

Nearest station

Gloucester Road300 m away

Nearest town

City of Westminster2.9 km

Elite South Kensington address in central London with world-class cultural institutions; strong international reputation and excellent transport links for visiting families.

Nearest airports

Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.

Airport	Distance	Drive from school	International note
London City	16 km	~31 min	—
Heathrow	19 km	~35 min	LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai
Gatwick	38 km	~59 min	LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR

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Est. 1973

Year Founded

Boarding Available

Duke of Edinburgh

Key Details

Curricula Offered

A-LevelYes

GCSEYes

Accreditations

BSA

Languages of Instruction

English

Key facts

Founded

1973

Ages

14–19 (Co-ed)

Fees

$ 36,975+ / year

Inspectorate

ISI

Fees & the true cost of attendance

Published fees

Phase	Per term	Per year
A Level and GCSE (full-time)	£12,325	£36,975

Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.

Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.

About

Mander Porter Woodward College is an independent co-educational day school for students aged 14 to 19, founded in 1973. Originally offering small group tuition for Oxbridge entrance and A-level retakes, it now offers comprehensive GCSE and A-level courses. Located in South Kensington, the college serves a diverse student body with approximately 28% international students and 25% previously educated overseas.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

What Makes This School Different

Oxbridge summer school and university en

Easter Revision courses

Medical, dental, and veterinary student

Art Portfolio Programme

NCUK Foundation

UAL Foundation

MPW University Foundation

Clubs & Activities

Student CouncilDebating ClubTheatre trips (regular, organized by English Department)Model United Nations (annual at St Paul's School)CIFE inter-college quiz competition

Expeditions include: Theatre trips (regular for English students), Model United Nations at St Paul's School, Guest lectures organized by departments

Academic Results

University Destinations 2024

Imperial College LondonKing's College LondonUniversity College LondonUniversity of BristolUniversity of EdinburghUniversity of DurhamUniversity of ChicagoNYU

Admissions

How to apply

Initial student interview with Director of Studies
Assessment during interview
Preliminary open meeting for lower-sixth students and parents (summer term)
University entrance seminar series for relevant courses

Open events

Open meetings for lower-sixth students and parents

Admissions process includes one-to-one interviews with Director of Studies. Specialist support offered for Art School portfolio preparation and competitive university courses (Medicine, Law, Engineering, Oxbridge).