One of the UK's Leading Independent Schools

Merchiston Castle School is situated in Edinburgh, one of Europe's most historic and thriving cultural centres. Merchiston is set in 100 acres of beautiful parkland just 20 minutes from Edinburgh's international airport and railway station.

Merchiston has a friendly atmosphere and pastoral care is a top priority; that this is in fact the case is clearly acknowledged in the recent 'Care and Welfare' report by H. M. Inspectorate of Education.

With an ethos based on traditional values, the School encourages self-reliance and independence, as well as respect and tolerance for others. It believes in the importance of hard work, integrity and good manners. Pupils are motivated to try their hardest and achieve their best. With a generous teacher to pupil ratio of 1:9, Merchiston is particularly renowned for its academic excellence. In 2008 79% of A Level grades were awarded at A and B, whilst at GCSE 84% of the grades were awarded at A and B. In addition, 87% of students gained places at their first choice of university.

The School has an unrivalled reputation for providing an excellent all-round education. Recent highlights include national awards in Electronics and Engineering; a choir which has gained an international reputation; a multicultural educational exchange project in Fiji; a much acclaimed production in the Edinburgh Festival; medals won at the British Maths, Chemistry and Physics Olympiads, and students achieving international recognition in a wide range of sports.

The School has strong links with a number of girls' schools, providing ample opportunities for boys and girls to mix in academic, sporting and social pursuits.

There are some excellent modern facilities including a teaching centre for the 8 to 10 year olds, recently renovated science laboratories, library, and a purpose built music and technology centre. A state of the art Sixth Form House, with en-suite accommodation, is planned for the near future. Amongst other facilities, there is a chapel, sports hall, indoor swimming pool and theatre, and extensive playing fields including rugby, cricket and football pitches. All students have their own e-mail address as well as access to the World Wide Web.

Merchiston welcomes pupils from all over the world who wish to experience the British educational system. English for speakers of other languages (ESOL) is available. The school also has its own Guardianship scheme as well as recommending a number of well established agencies.

Town: Edinburgh. County: Lothian. Area: Scotland. Type: Junior, Senior, HMC Boarding and Day School for Boys. Age Range: 8 to 18. Religious Affiliation: Inter-denominational. Special Diets: These can be catered for. Entry Requirements: CEE / School's own Entrance Exam and School Report Scholarships and Bursaries: Academic, All Rounder, Music, Technology, Sixth Form, Prep School, Local Community, European, Kenyan, Hong Kong. Bursaries in cases of financial need. Forces discounts. Joint fee scheme with Kilgraston Girls' School, Perth, and St Margaret's , York. Facilities: 6 Boarding Houses, Athletics Track, Art and Craft & Design Centre, Chapel, Library, Music & Technology Centre, Sixth Form Centre, Sports Hall, Swimming Pool, Theatre.

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