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“After more than 160 years of history, almost every pupil leaves Malvern with a story that begins, ‘I played…’,” reflects Mark Hardinges, Director of Sport at Malvern College. Whether that means representing the College, competing in House colours or simply trying something new for the first time, sport is a shared experience that defines a […]

We’ve spent years asking pupils what they know. In a world of AI, we now need to ask what they understand and thus who they are becoming. For much of the past two decades, education has been preoccupied with knowledge. Schools have worked tirelessly to build curricula that are ambitious, coherent and intellectually rigorous. That […]

Malvern College is carving out a place as a hotbed of cricketing talent, with 23 pupils earning places on county programmes. Pupils have secured places to train with Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Gloucestershire and Herefordshire, underlining the College’s growing reputation as one of the region’s leading environments for developing young cricketers. County Pathway Success The selected pupils, […]

Malvern Monday: A Colourful Finish to an Unforgettable Year The final week of term was the perfect way to round off another fantastic year at Malvern. Filled with celebration, creativity, challenge and community spirit, pupils embraced every opportunity to make lasting memories before the summer holidays began. A Colour Run for a Cause The week […]

Choosing the right Sixth Form pathway can feel like a significant decision for both students and parents. With university applications and future career ambitions in mind, it’s natural to want clarity and confidence that you’re making the right choice.  At Malvern College, pupils benefit from a unique advantage: the opportunity to choose between both A levels and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. Having successfully delivered both qualifications for decades, […]

London offers opportunity – but also intensity For families in London, opportunity is everywhere. World-class schools, cultural experiences and global connections make the Capital an exciting place to grow up. But alongside these advantages comes a pace of life that can feel relentless, particularly for children navigating academic pressure, long commutes and increasingly busy schedules. […]

Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 centres on one important theme: Action. Across the country, schools, families and organisations are rightly talking about the importance of supporting young people’s mental health. But for us at Malvern College, action is not something reserved for one week in the calendar. It is part of daily life. Pastoral care at Malvern […]

For many families exploring boarding schools in the UK, the House system can feel unfamiliar at first. Parents often wonder how it works in practice, who looks after their child day to day, and how pupils settle into a new environment. Independent reviews reinforce this experience. Which School Advisor, for example, describes boarding at Malvern […]

All done for another year – and what a year it was. It will come as no surprise that events like Race the Sun come at a cost. But perhaps not the kind many assume. Alongside other Outdoor Education initiatives, ‘Race the Sun’ is funded primarily through sponsorship raised by the pupils themselves. This is supported by […]

Choosing one of the many UK boarding schools from overseas is a big decision for any family. Parents often tell us they are trying to understand not only academic options, but also how daily life works, how pupils settle in and what support is available when their child is living away from home. In this guide, we […]

For many families researching schools near Worcester, boarding can often feel like a step too far – both in terms of physical distance and its impact on day-to-day family life. There’s often an assumption that it means distance, disruption or a complete step away from home life. But the reality is far more flexible. Malvern […]

In a world that is interconnected and fast-changing, preparing young people for the future requires more than excellent exam results. At Malvern College, we define global success as the ability to think independently, adapt with confidence and engage meaningfully with people and ideas from around the world. In practice, this means pupils leave Malvern equipped to succeed at leading […]