Achievements

GCSE

Malvern College’s GCSE results place it among Britain’s leading fifty schools. A quarter of students achieved the highest grade of 9, while nearly half earned 8+ grades—equivalent to A-A distinction. Overall, 67% of its students secured grades that mark them as high achievers, demonstrating the school’s consistent academic strength across the board.

A-level

The A-level program represents a crucial gateway to British universities, and Malvern College’s students complete it with remarkable success. Forty-five percent earned top grades of A and A, and 71% achieved B+ or higher—a testament to the school’s ability to prepare students for demanding academic challenges beyond its gates.

IB

Among the few British schools offering the International Baccalaureate alongside A-level, Malvern College has carved out a strong position. In 2020, a third of its IB students scored 40 points or more out of 45, putting them within the global top 9%. The school maintained an average score of 36 points, further cementing its reputation in this rigorous international program.

University Destinations Through Malvern College

These achievements open doors to Britain’s finest universities, including Oxford and Cambridge. Students also gain entry to prestigious Russell Group schools such as LSE, UCL, Imperial College London, and Durham, plus Warwick, Bristol, Edinburgh, and Exeter. Notably, 83% of candidates secure spots at their first-choice universities.

International Universities

The school’s recognized A-level and IB qualifications also enable students to pursue opportunities abroad. Alumni have gone on to universities across Spain, Japan, Canada, the United States, Australia, and other countries—reflecting the global relevance of their Malvern College education.

Malvern College Among British Schools

Though Malvern College doesn’t voluntarily take part in official “best schools” rankings—emphasizing holistic development over pure academics—it frequently appears within the top 50, and sometimes even the top 25. These results show the school’s academic excellence while honoring its wider educational philosophy.

School Status

Malvern College has grown into an international brand since September 2012, establishing campuses across Qingdao, Chengdu, Cairo, Hong Kong, and Switzerland. This network of six schools spans three continents, with alumni from nearly all locations gaining admission to Cambridge, Imperial College London, California, and Massachusetts universities. The name carries weight beyond any single ranking.

Notable Alumni

Beyond metrics, Malvern College has produced two Nobel laureates: chemist Francis Aston and economist James Meade. C.S. Lewis, creator of The Chronicles of Narnia, was educated here, as was Lord MacLaurin, former chairman of Tesco and Vodafone. These figures speak to the school’s enduring influence.