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United Kingdom, Edinburgh
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The school's intentionally small size means every pupil is known and supported individually. Pastoral care is central to the school's approach, with staff building close relationships with students.
A dedicated support for learning department works with students who have identified learning needs. The school can accommodate some special educational requirements within its mainstream provision.
EAL support is available for international students who need help with English language development. Individual lessons are offered at GBP 12 per session. The school has experience supporting students from various language backgrounds.
Merchiston Castle School is the only boys' independent boarding school in Scotland, set on 100 acres of parkland in Edinburgh. Founded in 1833 by Charles Chalmers, the school serves boys aged 7 to 18 across Junior, Middle, and Sixth Form divisions. The school follows the English curriculum with GCSEs and A Levels, achieving a 100% A Level pass rate. Merchiston is ranked No. 1 in the UK for both tennis and golf at school level. The school is intentionally small, ensuring every pupil is known and supported individually. It holds memberships of HMC, ISC, SCIS, BSA, and UNICEF Rights Respecting Schools Silver Award. Saturday electives expand learning beyond the standard timetable. Graduates have gone on to Ivy League schools and top UK universities.
