Set within Merchiston’s extraordinary 100-acre campus in Edinburgh, The Forest at Merchiston offers a distinctive early years and junior school experience where academic excellence, outdoor learning and childhood adventure come together.
From our fully outdoor Forest Nursery for boys and girls aged 3+, to our co-educational Forest Junior School, children learn in an environment designed to nurture curiosity, confidence and a genuine love of learning. Guided by the Curriculum for Excellence and enriched by specialist teaching, expressive arts, sport and our bespoke outdoor curriculum, every child is known, supported and inspired to thrive.
Surrounded by woodland, wildlife, ponds and access to the Water of Leith, children explore, create, question and discover every day; building strong academic foundations alongside resilience, independence and character.
Whether your family is looking for an exceptional forest nursery in Edinburgh or a co-educational junior school that offers something truly different, The Forest at Merchiston provides a joyful, ambitious and deeply connected start to your child’s educational journey.
Welcome from the Head of the Forest Nursery and Junior School
On behalf of everyone at Merchiston, I am delighted to introduce you to The Forest Nursery and Junior School. At The Forest, we take pride in our innovative and ground-breaking approach to education, designed to inspire and empower young learners. Our aim is to nurture confident, curious and resilient children with a wide range of imaginative abilities.
WIth an exceptional curriculum that balances academic rigour with creativity, we focus on fostering both cognitive and emotional growth. The well-rounded approach ensures that every child experiences a truly enriching education, preparing them for future success n an ever-changing world.
We look forward to welcoming you and your child into vibrant community.
– Mrs Davina Bowers
