Education

Academic Programs at Malvern College

The curriculum here offers exceptionally broad academic pathways. Senior students can pursue either the traditional GCSE or its international variant, iGCSE. Those entering Sixth Form—years 12 and 13—have an even rarer choice: they can follow either the British A-level route or the International Baccalaureate, a flexibility uncommon among British boarding institutions.

Extracurricular Activities

Beyond standard coursework, Malvern College maintains what it calls the Supercurricular program—an academic enrichment requirement where each student selects at least one scholarly pursuit based on personal interest. Through this framework, participants can join subject-focused societies, study additional foreign languages, or present research in philosophy, geography, or science. Various interest-based clubs also fall under this umbrella: writing groups, coding collectives, environmental advocacy, debate forums, law societies, and international relations discussions. Two particularly distinctive options are the Aston Society and Bennett Society, where students deliver interdisciplinary presentations to their peers.

Academic Competitions

This aspect of campus life extends to both local and national academic contests. The Engineering Challenge, Royal Economic Society events, and olympiads in mathematics, languages, or natural sciences all expand the opportunities available here. These competitions allow students to test their knowledge against peers while developing expertise in their chosen fields.

University Preparation

After completing their studies, 75% of graduates head to British universities, another 15% pursue education abroad, and roughly 10% attend American institutions. The college serves as a certified SATS center and belongs to the Careers Organization of Independent Schools, employing Morrisby career guidance methodologies. Students undergo regular consultations with specialists across various fields, discussing subject selection and future career paths—though they must first complete the Futurewise assessment before finalizing their course choices. This attentive approach helps ensure that approximately 80% gain admission to Russell Group universities, with many proceeding to Cambridge or Oxford.

Career Development

Between years 11 and 12, every student completes a mandatory work placement lasting one to two weeks. The college facilitates these internships directly—students simply choose which field interests them. Additionally, the alumni network encompasses over 6,000 members, creating connections that span generations while establishing valuable professional relationships. This network helps current students find part-time work and, eventually, launch their careers immediately after university.