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Modern Languages

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The Department’s main languages are Spanish, Mandarin, French, German and Russian. Other languages may be available by arrangement.

The learning of languages can open up future professional, sporting or life opportunities. The significance of language skills to our economy and public life is consistently upheld by the Russell Group of Universities and the CBI, among others. We hope that Merchiston boys will discover many interconnections with their other subjects and interests as they move forward in their learning and as they improve their communicative skills.

A varied programme of events, activities in school, nearby or abroad aims to support learners in their enjoyment of their language studies. Staff also offer regular clinics for focussed revision, practice or guidance.

Academic News

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GCSE Results 2024

After Merchiston's strong performance at A-Levels last week, today marks another greatly anticipated day with the publication of our GCSE results for the V Form. Once again, our students have put in a strong performance across the cohort with a fantastic 47% of all papers graded 9/8/7 and 90% papers graded 9-4.

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An impressive 15% of our graduates secured an A* grade, with 85% achieving grades between A* and C. Our overall pass rate remains very robust, with 100% securing passes in these courses.

Sport & Activities

There were so many achievements happening this week in sports and activities, that we had to summarise them here. A big congratulations to all the boys below who were celebrated at our recent whole school assembly.

CityZen challenge team

Congratulations to these VI pupils: Geoff S, Emmanuel C, Sam Y, Adam H, Kit N, Rohan R, Cliff Z and Richard Z who all successfully completed the Institute of Civil Engineers CityZen Challenge.