Blogs
Headmaster
Mr Anderson summarises the goings-on in the school every week at the whole school assembly which he then turns into his weekly blog found here.
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The start of the Lent Term and the traditional handshaking.
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A speaker from Save the Children helps us celebrate Christmas Jumper Day and we award Colours and Half Colours for contribution to Sport.
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This week we discuss the General Election and Save the Children.
![MVPpupils]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1575020425/merchistoncouk/bnex2b8kj80bggearmdq/MVPpupils.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1575020425/merchistoncouk/bnex2b8kj80bggearmdq/MVPpupils.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1575020425/merchistoncouk/bnex2b8kj80bggearmdq/MVPpupils.jpg","width":800}])
This week, the Headmaster discusses web safety.
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This week the Headmaster welcomes the Executive Chef to talk about his Norwegian adventure.
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The Headmaster talks about Remembrance and the General Election
Housemother
Alongside each Housemaster is a Housemother who has a key focus on our pupils our boys' wellbeing. They take it in turns to write a blog which can be found here.
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Mrs Coyne welcomes a new year and new pupils.
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Mrs Blair discusses Christmas, fund raising and life beyond the Castle Walls.
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Mrs Darling ponders the goings-on in and out of the House this term.
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Mrs McGregor discusses the recent social activity in the House
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Since Easter we have been lucky with the weather and the warmer evenings have enabled us to spend more time outside.
![Laidlaw North Housemother blog 10-05-19]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1572436939/merchistoncouk/fcrv1ibcbkyals65qqgg/Merchiston-School-Housemother-Blog-1-400x250.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1572436939/merchistoncouk/fcrv1ibcbkyals65qqgg/Merchiston-School-Housemother-Blog-1-400x250.png","width":342}])
As we move through the months towards half-term, we are beginning to appreciate the longer days and lighter nights.
Pupils
Some of our pupils are lucky enough to represent the School at competitions and conferences, and blog about their experiences here.
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Magnus continues the report from Scotland’s International Marine Conference in Glasgow.
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Four biology students have attended Scotland’s International Marine Conference in Glasgow.
![Tennis Academy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1566463072/merchistoncouk/it5fesugzffgdvizg3hh/Merchiston-Castle-School-Tennis-Academy-Trip-604x270.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1566463072/merchistoncouk/it5fesugzffgdvizg3hh/Merchiston-Castle-School-Tennis-Academy-Trip-604x270.jpg","width":500}])
Co-captain of Tennis and UVI pupil, Jacob, is currently playing in one of the major Grand Slam Tournaments.
Groundsman
Our grounds staff work very hard to keep our 100 acres of grounds in the best condition. Our Head Groundsman gives an insight into just what it takes to maintain our lovely grounds for all to enjoy.
![sunset]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1576064435/merchistoncouk/rekrb9xcq45yee3lzpbs/sunsetsquare.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1576064435/merchistoncouk/rekrb9xcq45yee3lzpbs/sunsetsquare.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1576064435/merchistoncouk/rekrb9xcq45yee3lzpbs/sunsetsquare.jpg","width":785}])
Our Head Groundsman ponders the weather and its many changing moods.
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Our Head Groundmsan muses staff changes, rugby, remembrance and awards.
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Our Head Groundsman gets the pitch ready for the Rugby season.
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Our Head Groundsman muses about the British Summer
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Our Groundsman is concerned about the amount of rain we've had this week.
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Our Head Groundsman delivers his Spring Report
