From the changing rooms, head up stairs to poolside and parents, along with children, are welcome to take a seat until lessons commence.

The great thing about Merchiston is that you can sit right on poolside and feel part of your child’s progression. There is ample seating available all around the poolside. To access the pool area, walk up the stairs situated by the changing room and you will find the pool area.

Compulsory:

Eye goggles must be worn to allow for clear vision.
No baggy shorts are allowed as they restrict leg movement.
All children must wear their SwimEasy swim cap to prevent distractions and for pool cleanliness.
Swimming Costumes must be tight fitting preferably one size smaller than normal.

Recommended:

Towel
Pool Shoes
Robe
T-Shirt

From Colinton Road, turn into the main school entrance and continue along the driveway towards the main building. Follow the road round to the left and take your first right to park on the red stones in what is called the “Chalmers Quad”. The pool is situated at the back of the school. Once you get out of your car, leave the “Quad” and make your way round to the side of the “Chalmers West” building, and follow the path down a few steps, turn right, and the pool building can be seen up ahead. A sign on the wall indicates the pool building.
Please note: We are asked that we only use the Chalmers Quad for parking and not at the other side by the boarding dorms.