Entrepreneurship
In the Sixth Form we offer the opportunity to study for a BTEC in Enterprise and Entrepreneurship.
Formally recognised by universities as an A Level equivalent, this lively and future-facing course allows pupils to learn over two years about the skills and mindset of modern entrepreneurship, through a combination of externally assessed work and extended project work completed in class.
The syllabus places a particular emphasis on real-world engagement with the entrepreneurial sector, and offers students an exciting and valuable opportunity to broaden their intellectual and professional horizons during their Sixth Form years.
Academic News
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A day full of anticipation at Merchiston with the publication of SQA National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher results.
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Merchiston will be hosting an Open Day on Saturday 8 October. Register your interest now!
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We have reached the end of another exciting year at Merchiston Castle School! Today features our Leavers' Prizegiving Ceremony.
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It was lovely to welcome parents and pupils to the Junior Prizegiving Ceremony today.
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Merchiston Castle School EAL department buries a Time Capsule to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee.
This afternoon our Fourth Form took part in the Youth and Philanthropy Initiative showcase, with seven teams advocating powerfully for their chosen charity in a bid to win them £3000 in funding.
