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Offering the IB programme from start to finish, academic achievement goes hand in hand with a British heritage at Malvern College Hong Kong. Underpinned by a strong local community, the school has now settled comfortably into its stride, developing a clear focus on elevating students through opportunities, possibilities and advancements. Consider this school sooner, rather than later.
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Overview
- Student numbers
- 1050
- Curricula
- International
- SEN provision
- SEN considered case by case
- Religion
- Non-denominational
- Fees
- HK$ 189,760- HK$ 215,850
- Ownership
- Malvern College International
Head of school
Headmaster
Paul Wickes
Since 2023, Paul Wickes BSc (economics, LSE) MEd (UCL Institute of Education). Born and raised in the UK. An ensuing career in finance didn’t appeal, an EAL qualification was however his ‘passport to travel’ and ultimately the catalyst for his
Entrance
Inching towards capacity, helped by becoming an all-through school since 2023, sixth form numbers are growing year on year, wait lists for the more popular years. Shrewd parents start their children at one of the two Malvern pre-schools (MCPS), Hong
Exit
Option for students to study at The Downs Malvern UK (up to year 8) or at Malvern College UK (from year 9), or at any of the other colleges within the Malvern international group, subject to entry requirements.
Assessments and interviews are
Latest results
In 2024, strong results seen from the second (small) graduate cohort with an IB average of 36. In 2023, the IB average was 39 giving an average of 38 over two years with a quarter of students achieved between 40 and 45 points. University destinations
Teaching & learning
Malvern DNA runs through the corridors in the guise of academic rigour. Quick to point out that they are not a hothouse, they are however an IB continuum school (IB primary and middle years programmes run ahead of the graduating diploma) with
- Curricula offered
- International - International Baccalaureate (Diploma)
- International - International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP)
- International - International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP)
Learning support & SEN
Case by case basis, accepts students who need support and work with them. Parents say the support is wide ranging which includes producing exam papers on different coloured paper to diminish the usual ‘white glare’. Support both within the classroom
Language support
Students need to have a certain level of English to access the curriculum, however those with a lower English level will be considered on a case-by-case basis, based upon strong school reports and an understanding that English learning is to be
Arts & extracurricular
Co-curricular activities (CCA’s) go hand in hand with academics ‘making learning purposeful’ and ‘high quality’. A slimmed down offering (previously ‘too many’, according to parents), the school does not put on clubs ‘just for the sake of it’.
Sport
Swimming is the sport of notable acclaim; the trophy cabinet heavy from silverware wins in the pool. The sports department has upped its game (pun intended) engaging in more sports fixtures for the students which in turns means more teams and
Ethos & heritage
Part of the international Malvern College family of schools, whose origins all stem from Malvern College UK, established over 150 years ago. The College entered the international arena in 2012, establishing its first school in Qingdao, China. Further
Pastoral care, inclusivity & discipline
Strong links back to the UK college means an association to values and etiquette. Parents note the school is old fashioned, in a good way, for manners and discipline. Many parents are greeted by students around school with a smile or friendly hello.
Classroom & community
Tiger mothers make way for the community colony. Friends of Malvern (FoM), the parent group, is strong, supportive and pro-active. At the centre of it is the headmaster who actively makes himself available and involved. This extends to the senior
- School year
- Late August – late June, with three terms
- School hours
- 8:00am – 3:00pm
- Uniform requirements
- Yes
Money matters
Bursaries on offer, extended to non-local families too. Scholarships for those who excel. Tuition fees on a par with other internationals schools; fees for corporate or individual nominee rights available upon enquiry.
- Annual fee range
- HK$ 189,760- HK$ 215,850
- Fee information
- Application fee, Non-refundable assessment fee.
Annual Capital Levy: HK$ 42,000 (pupils covered by Individual or Corporate Nomination Rights Scheme are exempted.)
Additional fees: CCA programme, uniforms, lunch, school buses, stationary, day trips and expeditions etc.
The last word
Offering the IB programme from start to finish, academic achievement goes hand in hand with a British heritage at Malvern College Hong Kong. Underpinned by a strong local community, the school has now settled comfortably into its stride, developing a
Accreditations, inspections & memberships
- Accreditations/Inspections
- Authorised by International Baccalaureate Organization (not to be confused as an inspection or accreditation agency)
