By Parent - reviewed on 20th Jul 2009 Merchiston is fantastic.We took our son out of his day school to become a boar ... read review

By Parent - reviewed on 18th Apr 2009 the school is good overall but there are some improvements that need to be mad ... read review

By Parent - reviewed on 28th Dec 2007 I have nothing but praise for this school and its head master and staff. My so ... read review

School Profile

In today's school, traditional Scottish elements, such as the wearing of the kilt for formal occasions, are very prominent, and the Pipe Band features frequently in School life. Rugby is played enthusiastically throughout the school, and indeed the annual fixture against Edinburgh Academy, which has now been played continuously for over 100 years, is the longest established inter-club match in existence anywhere.

The school's motto 'Ready ay Ready' features in the chorus of the school song (last revised in the 1950s but much older in origin). This refrain is still sung enthusiastically by the school on frequent occasions.

The ethos is concerned with people and relationships, and particular importance is attached to the development of personal character and moral values in our pupils. The atmosphere, although in some respects formal, is also one of pleasant and relaxed collaboration between pupils and staff.

School Criteria

Independent private boys day/boarding school in Midlothian, Scotland. 8 to 18, 446+ pupils, Non-denom, Offering Scholarships, Offering Bursaries

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School Address

Merchiston Castle School
294 Colinton Road
Edinburgh
Midlothian
EH13 0PU
Scotland
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Contact Details

Tel: 0131 312 2200
Fax: 0131 441 6060
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