Mander Portman Woodward School
LONDON · SW7 5AB
MPW is a specialist sixth-form college group with 50 years' experience, operating three locations across London, Birmingham, and Cambridge. The London campus (SW7, South Kensington) offers A Level and GCSE/IGCSE study in a collegiate environment designed for students aged 16+, including international boarders. Known for small-group teaching, individual tutoring support, and university mentoring, MPW prioritises academic rigour alongside pastoral care and breadth of subject choice.
- →Specialist sixth-form expertise with 50-year track record and small-group teaching model
- →Central London location (South Kensington) with boarding option for international students
- →Comprehensive university guidance, including dedicated Oxbridge and medicine programmes
- →Wide A Level and IGCSE subject range (60+ subjects) with flexibility to combine unusual subject pairs
Who thrives here
Students seeking a college rather than traditional school environment, international boarders, those needing flexible curriculum design, and pupils who thrive in smaller teaching groups with individualised tutoring support. Suits motivated sixth-formers aiming for Russell Group and Oxbridge universities.
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Contact & visit
90-92 Queen's Gate
LONDON
SW7 5AB
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Mander Portman Woodward School?
Day fees at Mander Portman Woodward School are approximately £28,500 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Mander Portman Woodward School?
Mander Portman Woodward School admits pupils at 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Mander Portman Woodward School's exam results?
At Mander Portman Woodward School, 11.5% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 26.1% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Mander Portman Woodward School a boarding school?
Mander Portman Woodward School offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Mander Portman Woodward School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Mander Portman Woodward School “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Exceptional university application support and Oxbridge mentoring; students report high confidence entering interviews
✓Small-group teaching and one-to-one tuition enabling personalised academic support and fast progress
✓Specialist sixth-form expertise; staff deeply experienced in A Level and university preparation
✓Flexibility in subject combinations; ability to study niche subjects alongside traditional sciences
✓Strong discipline and focus on academic work; culture of aspiration and university readiness
Common concerns
!Limited co-curricular breadth; college focus on academics may feel narrow compared to traditional schools with sports, music, drama provision
!Boarding provision primarily for international students; pastoral community may feel less integrated than traditional boarding schools
!High fees for day and boarding study; less financial aid transparency compared to HMC peers
!No specialist SEND support advertised; may not suit students requiring significant in-class or EHCP support
!Urban central London location means limited on-site sports and recreational facilities