Blogs
Latest blogs
In this section of our website you will find insightful articles on our School. We have included updates from Housemothers/Housemasters, exciting developments in our boarding houses and interviews with some of our Team members around key topics of School life.
![Image of Merchistonian Rory SC (class of 2019) playing professional rugby for Hong Kong]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746437872/merchistoncouk/el2moyebgmoxejossn72/RorySC-Merchistonian_800X800.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746437872/merchistoncouk/el2moyebgmoxejossn72/RorySC-Merchistonian_800X800.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746437872/merchistoncouk/el2moyebgmoxejossn72/RorySC-Merchistonian_800X800.jpg","width":800}])
- School Life
- Sport
Merchiston
Merchistonian Rory Stewart-Cox reflects on his journey from a homesick new pupil at Merchiston to representing Hong Kong in professional rugby.
- Merchistonian
- Rugby
- School Life
- Sport
![Supporting families in the transition to a new school]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744294277/merchistoncouk/qb0g6wrgvvkbhz3kwcv3/_PWP7817.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744294277/merchistoncouk/qb0g6wrgvvkbhz3kwcv3/_PWP7817.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744294277/merchistoncouk/qb0g6wrgvvkbhz3kwcv3/_PWP7817.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744294277/merchistoncouk/qb0g6wrgvvkbhz3kwcv3/_PWP7817.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1744294277/merchistoncouk/qb0g6wrgvvkbhz3kwcv3/_PWP7817.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1744294277/merchistoncouk/qb0g6wrgvvkbhz3kwcv3/_PWP7817.jpg","width":2200}])
- Academic
- Juniors
- Middle Years
- School Life
- Sixth Form
Merchiston
Moving to a new school can feel daunting – but it doesn’t have to! Our Deputy Head (Wellbeing) shares expert tips on how to prepare young people for the move.
- Admissions
- School Life
![Huw Jones, new headmaster at Merchiston Castel School, March 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743154186/merchistoncouk/zafgbziicdrsbqxwc0rb/HuwJones-Photo-March2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743154186/merchistoncouk/zafgbziicdrsbqxwc0rb/HuwJones-Photo-March2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743154186/merchistoncouk/zafgbziicdrsbqxwc0rb/HuwJones-Photo-March2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1743154186/merchistoncouk/zafgbziicdrsbqxwc0rb/HuwJones-Photo-March2025.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1743154186/merchistoncouk/zafgbziicdrsbqxwc0rb/HuwJones-Photo-March2025.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1743154186/merchistoncouk/zafgbziicdrsbqxwc0rb/HuwJones-Photo-March2025.jpg","width":2200}])
- School Life
Merchiston
Introducing our new Headmaster, Mr Huw Jones.
- Featured
- School Life
- Top Story
![Championing Golfing Excellence at Merchiston’s Golf Academy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742982837/merchistoncouk/fbhz4httmosiemz1xc3g/_PWP2742.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742982837/merchistoncouk/fbhz4httmosiemz1xc3g/_PWP2742.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742982837/merchistoncouk/fbhz4httmosiemz1xc3g/_PWP2742.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742982837/merchistoncouk/fbhz4httmosiemz1xc3g/_PWP2742.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1742982837/merchistoncouk/fbhz4httmosiemz1xc3g/_PWP2742.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1742982837/merchistoncouk/fbhz4httmosiemz1xc3g/_PWP2742.jpg","width":2200}])
- Sport
Merchiston
Inside Merchiston’s Golf Academy, the top golf coaching programme for boys in Scotland
- Golf
- Golf Academy
![Where tennis champions are made: Merchiston’s Tennis Academy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741781334/merchistoncouk/bkguo1c6rkg1plqwleru/_PWP6891.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741781334/merchistoncouk/bkguo1c6rkg1plqwleru/_PWP6891.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741781334/merchistoncouk/bkguo1c6rkg1plqwleru/_PWP6891.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741781334/merchistoncouk/bkguo1c6rkg1plqwleru/_PWP6891.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1741781334/merchistoncouk/bkguo1c6rkg1plqwleru/_PWP6891.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1741781334/merchistoncouk/bkguo1c6rkg1plqwleru/_PWP6891.jpg","width":2200}])
- Sport
Merchiston
A Q&A with Simon Pender, Director of Merchiston's Tennis Academy
- Tennis
- Tennis Academy
![10 reasons to study in Scotland]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740736882/merchistoncouk/wxurqnzbbrry1yywh69l/_PWP0027.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740736882/merchistoncouk/wxurqnzbbrry1yywh69l/_PWP0027.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740736882/merchistoncouk/wxurqnzbbrry1yywh69l/_PWP0027.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1740736882/merchistoncouk/wxurqnzbbrry1yywh69l/_PWP0027.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1740736882/merchistoncouk/wxurqnzbbrry1yywh69l/_PWP0027.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740736882/merchistoncouk/wxurqnzbbrry1yywh69l/_PWP0027.jpg","width":2000}])
- Academic
Merchiston
Considering sending your child to study in Scotland? Here are just a few of the reasons Scotland is rated as a top place to study.
- Boarding
![Chosen subjects: How we help boys to choose their exam subjects]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740052774/merchistoncouk/vhqcjx8gqixdcbfx4ord/_PWP1858.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740052774/merchistoncouk/vhqcjx8gqixdcbfx4ord/_PWP1858.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740052774/merchistoncouk/vhqcjx8gqixdcbfx4ord/_PWP1858.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1740052774/merchistoncouk/vhqcjx8gqixdcbfx4ord/_PWP1858.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1740052774/merchistoncouk/vhqcjx8gqixdcbfx4ord/_PWP1858.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1740052774/merchistoncouk/vhqcjx8gqixdcbfx4ord/_PWP1858.jpg","width":2200}])
- Academic
- Middle Years
- Sixth Form
Merchiston
Choosing subjects to study at GCSE and A-Level? Merchiston Castle School has the resources, expertise and knowledge to help students make the right decision for them.
- Academic Exams
![Setting students up for a successful university application]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739457958/merchistoncouk/fhsq8be4qplgiy9r3h1r/calummechie800x106063.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739457958/merchistoncouk/fhsq8be4qplgiy9r3h1r/calummechie800x106063.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739457958/merchistoncouk/fhsq8be4qplgiy9r3h1r/calummechie800x106063.png","width":800}])
- Academic
- Sixth Form
Merchiston
What makes a standout university application: Our Deputy Head (Academic) shares his top tips!
- Academic
- Sixth Form
![Lessons of The Game: 5 life lessons from the rugby pitch]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736946049/merchistoncouk/okhn6sfddnqr8taezqsm/Rugby.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736946049/merchistoncouk/okhn6sfddnqr8taezqsm/Rugby.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736946049/merchistoncouk/okhn6sfddnqr8taezqsm/Rugby.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1736946049/merchistoncouk/okhn6sfddnqr8taezqsm/Rugby.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1736946049/merchistoncouk/okhn6sfddnqr8taezqsm/Rugby.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1736946049/merchistoncouk/okhn6sfddnqr8taezqsm/Rugby.jpg","width":2200}])
- Sport
Merchiston
Edinburgh’s leading schools for rugb shares the most valuable life lessons from the sport
- Rugby
- Sport
- Wellbeing
