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SUMMARY:Saturday Rugby Club
DESCRIPTION:With a proud rugby tradition and a strong commitment to developing the next generation of players\, Merchiston is delighted to offer Saturday Morning Open Rugby this term.\nAvailable to P7 and S1 players from local schools and clubs\, these sessions provide an excellent opportunity for young players to develop their skills\, build confidence and enjoy rugby on our renowned pitches\, under the guidance of our professional coaching team. \nThe programme will combine focused training sessions with the opportunity to play fixtures\, providing a balance of development and competitive rugby in a supportive environment. \nDate: Saturdays from 29th August 2026 until the end of term\nTime: 9.30am – 11.00am\nLocation: Merchiston Castle School\, Edinburgh\nWho: P7 & S1 rugby players from local schools and clubs who are under 12 years of age as of 1 September 2026\nCost: Free (registration required) \nJoin us on Saturday mornings for Open Rugby at Merchiston. \nThese sessions reflect Merchiston’s long tradition of supporting rugby development and community sport. Led by our expert coaching team\, they offer young players the opportunity to: \n\nTrain on our renowned pitches and make use of our excellent facilities\nDevelop their skills in a fun\, supportive and inclusive environment\nLearn from coaches with a proven record in player development at all levels\n\nThe focus will be on teamwork\, enjoyment and developing a love of the game. These mornings are open to boys in P7 and S1 across Edinburgh and beyond who love rugby and want to take their game further. \n  \nLoading…
URL:https://www.merchiston.co.uk/event/saturday-rugby-club/
LOCATION:Merchiston Castle School\, 294 Colinton Road\, Edinburgh\, EH13 0PU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Friday Open House 25 September 2026
DESCRIPTION:Not an Open Day. A normal Merchiston day.\nA Friday that shows you a Monday to come.\nBring your Future Self.\nOn Friday 25 September\, we are not staging school life. We are running it! \nLessons will take place. Conversations will continue. Sport\, music\, and academic life will happen as they always do – because it is a normal school day. \nYou are not being shown around it. You are stepping into it.” \nWHY THIS DAY IS DIFFERENT \nMost Open Days show you what a school wants you to see.This one shows you what it actually is. A real school day. In motion. Without interruption. \nWHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE \n– Live lessons in action\n– Sport and co-curricular activity\n– Time with staff and pupils\n– A full sense of daily life at Merchiston \nIf you are thinking about next term\, this is the closest you will get to seeing it already happening. \nRegister now!
URL:https://www.merchiston.co.uk/event/friday-open-house-25-september-2026/
LOCATION:Merchiston Castle School\, 294 Colinton Road\, Edinburgh\, EH13 0PU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Day
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ORGANIZER;CN="Merchiston Castle school":MAILTO:marketing@merchiston.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Forest Open Day 31 October 2026
DESCRIPTION:Childhood should begin with wonder.\nWe warmly invite families to join us for The Forest Open Day on 31 October 2026 and discover an inspiring start to learning for boys and girls aged 3–10. \nAt The Forest at Merchiston\, we believe childhood should be filled with curiosity\, confidence and joy. It is a place where children are known as individuals\, encouraged to discover their strengths and given the space to explore the world around them with imagination and enthusiasm. \nFrom first friendships to new adventures\, life at The Forest is shaped by a nurturing approach to learning that helps children grow in confidence\, develop a love of discovery and build the foundations to flourish. \nSet within beautiful surroundings and rooted in a spirit of kindness\, creativity and adventure\, The Forest offers a distinctive education where children are supported to understand themselves\, value others and embrace every opportunity to learn. \nJoin us at Open Day\nOur Open Day is an opportunity to experience The Forest first-hand\, meet our staff and explore the environment in which children learn\, play and grow. Whether you are considering Nursery or Junior School\, you will discover how The Forest combines nurturing teaching\, child-centred learning and a joyful sense of adventure to help every child thrive. \nOpen Day: Saturday 31 October\, 9AM -11:30AM \nRegister your place today.
URL:https://www.merchiston.co.uk/event/forest-open-day-31-october-2026/
LOCATION:Merchiston Castle School\, 294 Colinton Road\, Edinburgh\, EH13 0PU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Day
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SUMMARY:Senior School Open Day 31 October 2026
DESCRIPTION:From creativity and innovation to leadership\, sport and academic ambition\, Open Day is your opportunity to experience the energy and breadth of life at Merchiston.\nChoosing the right school is about more than results.\nIt’s about finding an environment where boys are encouraged to think independently\, grow in confidence and discover opportunities that shape who they become.\nAt Merchiston\, creativity\, curiosity and ambition are part of everyday life – in classrooms\, workshops\, performance spaces\, on the sports field and beyond.\nOur Open Day offers families the opportunity to experience that energy first-hand. \nWHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE\n\nMeet pupils and staff\nExplore academic departments\nExperience sport and co-curricular life\nDiscover innovation and creative learning opportunities\nLearn more about boarding and pastoral care\nExperience the atmosphere and energy of everyday life at Merchiston\n\nIf you are thinking about next term\, this is the closest you will get to seeing it already happening. \nOpen Day: Saturday 31 October\, 10am – 12:30noon \nRegister your place today.
URL:https://www.merchiston.co.uk/event/senior-school-open-day-31-october-2026/
LOCATION:Merchiston Castle School\, 294 Colinton Road\, Edinburgh\, EH13 0PU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Day
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SUMMARY:A Very Merchiston Christmas Fair
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to kick off the festive season at Merchiston Castle School!\nJoin us on Saturday 5 December\, 10am–1pm\, for a morning full of festive fun\, delicious treats\, and family-friendly activities. \nExplore charming stalls\, pick up unique gifts\, and enjoy a magical atmosphere that’s a perfect start to the festive season. There truly is something for everyone to enjoy! \nTickets are free of charge – proceeds from the Fair will support one of our partner charities and we will be fundraising on the day\, so please donate generously! \nCome and feel the Christmas spirit with us at Merchiston: we can’t wait to welcome you!
URL:https://www.merchiston.co.uk/event/a-very-merchiston-christmas-fair/
LOCATION:Merchiston Castle School\, 294 Colinton Road\, Edinburgh\, EH13 0PU\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Friday Open House 5 March 2027
DESCRIPTION:Not an Open Day. A normal Merchiston day.\nA Friday that shows you a Monday to come.\nBring your Future Self.\nOn Friday 5 March 2027\, we are not staging school life. We are running it! \nLessons will take place. Conversations will continue. Sport\, music\, and academic life will happen as they always do – because it is a normal school day. \nYou are not being shown around it. You are stepping into it. \nWHY THIS DAY IS DIFFERENT \nMost Open Days show you what a school wants you to see.This one shows you what it actually is. A real school day. In motion. Without interruption. \nWHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE \n– Live lessons in action\n– Sport and co-curricular activity\n– Time with staff and pupils\n– A full sense of daily life at Merchiston \nIf you are thinking about next term\, this is the closest you will get to seeing it already happening. \nRegister now!
URL:https://www.merchiston.co.uk/event/friday-open-house-5-march-2027/
LOCATION:Merchiston Castle School\, 294 Colinton Road\, Edinburgh\, EH13 0PU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Day
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