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There has been a wonderful sense of energy and togetherness across the College this week — from national sporting competition and creative performance to moments of reflection, unity and inspiration for the future. National Prep Schools Cross Country Championships We were proud to host the National Prep Schools Cross Country Championships, welcoming visiting schools and […]

Choosing a boarding school in the UK is one of the most significant educational decisions a family can make. It is rarely a purely academic choice; it is also emotional, practical and deeply personal. Parents are not only selecting a school, but a community, a way of life and an environment in which their child […]

Adolescence and young adulthood is an extraordinarily demanding chapter of life. For many of our boarders, it is their first experience of living away from home, balancing academic ambition with independence, navigating social pressures, and facing the noise of exams, university applications, social media and the very real anxieties of modern teenage life. At this […]

This update outlines how Malvern College is developing its campus to support learning, wellbeing and community life, while carefully stewarding a historic estate. It reflects the long-term planning, expertise and people behind these improvements to school facilities. A Strategic Vision for an Evolving Campus Walk across the Malvern College campus today and a quiet transformation […]

By Keith Metcalfe, Headmaster and CEO, Malvern College What the Beckham family story reveals about modern childhood and social media The very public row between David and Victoria Beckham and their son Brooklyn has prompted an uncomfortable but necessary conversation. Not because of who they are, but because of what it reveals. Here is a […]

By Keith Metcalfe, Headmaster and CEO, Malvern College The Changing Nature of Exams and Assessment As Ofqual signals that, by the end of the decade, some GCSEs and A levels may be typed on laptops rather than written by hand, a lively national conversation has re-emerged about handwriting, digital equity and the future of assessment. […]

Independent thinking is often cited as a goal of education, but it is rarely defined with any precision. At its core, it means the ability to question assumptions, weigh evidence, form judgements and take responsibility for one’s own ideas — intellectually, academically and personally. These are key foundations of critical thinking in education. In a world shaped by rapid change, […]

Choosing a university course or career pathway represents one of the most significant decisions young people face. For families, the question isn’t simply where a child might study, but how they’ll discover what truly matters to them and develop the confidence to pursue it. At Malvern College, we understand that meaningful guidance emerges through relationship, […]

Choosing the right Sixth Form represents one of the most significant educational decisions a young person will make. The environment matters profoundly, not just the qualifications on offer, but the culture of learning, the quality of support, and the opportunities to grow beyond the classroom. At Malvern College, our Sixth Form curriculum at Malvern College creates the conditions in […]

By Rob Breare, Chief Operating Officer, Malvern College A Job Market Unlike Anything ‘Gen Z’ Has Faced Gen Z is entering a job market that is tougher, tighter and more volatile than anything their predecessors experienced. The evidence is stark. New data from the Institute of Student Employers shows that in the 2023 and 2024 […]

Choosing to study abroad is one of the most exciting and transformative decisions a young person can make. The prospect of immersing yourself in a new culture, making friends from around the world, and experiencing a world-class education in the United Kingdom opens doors to extraordinary opportunities. Yet for many international families, this decision naturally […]

What is Rackets (the Sport)  The game of rackets is one of Britain’s oldest and most exhilarating sports: fast-paced, fiercely competitive, and steeped in history. Originating in the prison yards of the 18th century, the sport was first formalised at Harrow School, where in 1822 the court was enclosed by four walls, creating the modern […]