'Of Mice and Men': December 2011.
Concert - November 2011.
'Of Mice and Men': December 2011.
Parents are encouraged to attend the annual School Games in June.
At Ru'a Fiola.
Bringing out all forms of talent, both academic and sporting, is a key goal of the School.
U16s in action against Strathallan.
Boys learn the challenges of leadership and responsibility at all levels in the school.
LVI Outward Bound, June 2011.
Mr Mylin with some of his charges.
Merchiston is home to boys from over 20 countries.
Boys in Pringle Dayroom.
"At Merchiston we only do what's best for the boys." Andrew Hunter, Headmaster.
From 'The Wizard of Oz', Junior Musical production.
Boys will be boys. And at Merchiston, boys can be boys.

News

23/01/2012

Climbing at Ratho

The objective for this session. held at the weekend, was to accomplish as many lead climbs in the time possible, and work on new routes on the articulated wall, competition wall and main lead arena wall.

The boys started with real purpose and, because they were climbing in pairs, could get through lots of routes in a short space of time. It was pleasing to see that each climber was challenging himself with exposed and high adrenaline routes. Of particular note was the 6b route Cameron took on in the main arena, and the 6a+ Thomas had a go on in the articulated wall. Benson managed the 'Gorilla' (6a) climb on the articulated wall and Antoine made light work of the exposed and meandering white traverse on the competition wall (5+).

All the boys managed at least 4 lead climbs each which is impressive at this stage in their lead climb careers, and picked up some additional valuable skills when lead belaying and lead climbing.

It was a rewarding  day out for all who were involved.