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To provide a caring community for your son, which treats him as an individual, unearths and nurtures his talents, encourages him to pursue excellence in all he does and enables him to flourish.
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The Merchiston Difference
What makes Merchiston different? It is a combination of things: our size, a genuine focus on the needs of the individual, and the fact that we really understand our boys and how to get the very best out of them.
It is a potent trio. It is what enables us to know your son really well and to understand what makes him tick. It is why we can support him in a way that is material and motivating to him. It is the reason your son will strive for personal excellence and want to be the best version of himself. It is the secret of his, and our, success.
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The Headmaster discusses the right to education and gives an update on some of academic and sporting activities around the School.
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These all-rounders are academic heavyweights to boot..
Tatler Schools Guide 2021
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67% of successful applicants went to Russell Group Universities, Bath, St Andrews and leading international institutions.
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