Merchiston Castle School
We are a Scottish School, offering the English curriculum, with a global outward-looking dimension, based just 15 minutes from an International Airport.
"A balanced curriculum, excellent pastoral care and a high A level pass rate make Merchiston one of the UK’s leading independent schools."
Outstanding off the field…*
- 3 As at A Level is 144 UCAS points. Merchiston’s average is 141 points.
- 50% of grades achieved a A Level were at A*/A level.
- 95% of pupils gained places at their first or second choice university.
- SAT support clinics for applicants for American Universities. Students have gained admission to Ivy League Universities, such as Cornell and Brown.
- A wide range of sports available, such as athletics, cricket and hockey, suitable for boys of all abilities.
Enquire about: Merchiston Castle School
| Head | Mr. Jonathan Anderson |
| School Type | Combined school for boys |
| Junior Age Range | 7 - 13 |
| Senior Age Range | 13 - 18 |
| Academic | GCSE: Yes Alevel: Yes Int'l Baccalaureate: No |
| Vocational | Enterprise & Entrepreneurship BTEC in Sixth Form |
| Jnr Boarding Fees | £8,900.00 per term |
| Snr Boarding Fees | £12,440.00 per term |
| Sixth Form | £12,440.00 per term |
| Forces Discount | means tested |
| Total Students | 400 |
| Youngest Boarder | 7 |
| Junior Boarders | 30 |
| Senior Boarders | 300 |
| Int'l Students | 80 |
| Closest Airport 1 | Edinburgh (5km) |
| Closest Airport 2 | Glasgow (50km) |
| School Address | Merchiston Castle School 294 Colinton Road Edinburgh Edinburgh (City of) EH13 0PU |