An HMC Boarding School for Boys aged 7-18, on the outskirts of Edinburgh. Merchiston is the only boys’ independent boarding school in Scotland, offers the English curriculum, and has a global, outward-looking dimension. We take pride in specialising in the education of boys and preparing them for the world, as we have for over 175 years, developing aspirational, and sensitive, yet gentle-men! Think about a wonderfully caring and nurturing family environment.
Head's name:
Mr Jonathan Anderson (Headmaster)
ISC associations: HMC, AGBIS, ISBA
Religious affiliation: All Faiths
Day/boarding type: Day and Full Boarding
Gender profile: Boys only
Size: 350
Boarding fees per term:
£8,260
to £14,110 (excl VAT)
Day fees per term:
£5,730
to £10,240
(excl VAT)
Scholarships & bursaries:
Available
ISC reference number:
51880
SEED Number:
5581036
Boys - age range & pupil numbers:
Day: 7 to 18 (155)
Boarding: 7 to 18 (195)
Sixth Form: (133)
Merchiston offers a number of prestigious awards each year to suitably qualified candidates, depending upon the year of entry to the School. Awards are competitive, and are made for the duration of a boy’s career at Merchiston, subject to continued performance and good conduct.
The main categories of awards are: Academic, Music (including Piping), Sport, All-Rounder, Art & Design, Design & Technology.
Scholarships are granted to candidates who can demonstrate above average ability, and bestow honour on the successful candidates. Scholarships no longer carry an automatic fee concession. However, where parental income is not sufficient to allow the pupil to attend Merchiston, parents may apply for means-tested assistance.
Disclaimer: Data is provided by the school, ISC is not responsible for inaccuracies
