Lyc'ee Francais International French International School (Blue Pool Road Campus) vs Malvern College Hong Kong

	L Lyc'ee Francais International French International School (Blue Pool Road Campus) Hong Kong	M Malvern College Hong Kong Hong Kong
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year HK$173,718 - 217,599	Fees / year HK$198,860 - 226,210
Age range	Age range 11 - 18 years	Age range 5 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, French Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 810	Pupils 1,200
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 24
Instruction language	Instruction language English, French	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1999	Opened 2018
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The Blue Pool Road campus is situated at 165 Blue Pool Road in the Happy Valley neighbourhood of Hong Kong Island, close to Wan Chai. It is reasonably accessible via bus and local transport, and lies in a residential area known for its hill-side views and easy access to central districts.	Location Malvern College Hong Kong is located in Pak Shek Kok, New Territories. The campus sits on a greenfield site adjacent to the Hong Kong Science Park. The school site address is 3 Fo Chun Road, Pak Shek Kok, Hong Kong. The campus opened in August 2018 to provide primary and secondary facilities.
Stages	Stages This campus primarily serves secondary level students, covering Year 7 through Year 13 (International Stream) and 6ème through Terminale (French Stream).	Stages Malvern College Hong Kong offers the International Baccalaureate continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). It serves pupils from Prep 1–6 in the primary section, then Secondary Years 7–11 (Foundation Years 1–3 correspond to Years 7–9), with Remove (Year 10), Hundred (Year 11) and Sixth Form (Year 12–13).
School type	School type The school is co-educational day school.	School type Malvern College Hong Kong is a co-educational international day school. It embeds the ethos of a boarding school within a day-school setting, and serves both boys and girls.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix The admissions policy emphasises a diverse, multi-cultural pupil population; however, public data on the exact number of nationalities represented or the local-to-international ratio is not disclosed. The school highlights its aim for diversity in nationality, ethnicity, religion, age and gender.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school offers Student Services and Health Services across its campuses, with counselling and well-being support, and individual assessments of student needs as part of its support framework.	Additional learning support Malvern College Hong Kong provides Gifted and Special Educational Needs (SEN) support through a Learning Enhancement department. The Learning Enhancement Team covers SEN, English as an Additional Language (EAL) and gifted education, with enrichment and personalised pacing as appropriate.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation The school has affiliation with France via the French national curriculum stream and is linked with the French education system.	Country affiliation United Kingdom. Malvern College Hong Kong operates in partnership with Malvern College UK, the UK-based parent school.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation The school does not have a religious affiliation.	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation.
School day structure	School day structure Students arrive at 8:00 am, classes begin at 8:30 am, and courses end at 5:30 pm; the school buses depart about 10–15 minutes after classes finish.	School day structure The school day runs from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, with co-curricular activities running from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Bus service details	Bus service details The campus offers a bus service.	Bus service details Malvern College Hong Kong offers a school bus service with multiple routes serving areas across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, the New Territories and Discovery Bay. Route information is published and detailed route maps/times are available; morning pick-ups typically occur around 6:40–7:30 am and afternoon drop-offs around 3:40–4:40 pm depending on the route.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and Admission Fees * Application fee: HK $ 2,200 per student (non-refundable, non-transferable). * Assessment fee: HK $ 1,000 per student (applies to both French and International streams). * Advance payment: HK $ 25,000 per student (non-refundable) to confirm a place. * Debenture: Required for all students before entry. * Corporate debenture (Category A): HK $ 250,000. * Private debenture (Category B): HK $ 120,000 (refundable) + HK $ 5,000 admin fee. Tuition Fees (Blue Pool Road Campus — Secondary Levels) * International Stream (English-medium) * Years 7–11 (IGCSE): HK $ 202,000 per year (Term 1 $ 80,800 \| Term 2 $ 60,600 \| Term 3 $ 60,600). Net Fee after grant: HK $ 198,190. * Years 12–13 (IB Diploma): HK $ 217,599 per year (Term 1 $ 87,039 \| Term 2 $ 65,280 \| Term 3 $ 65,280). Net Fee after grant: HK $ 213,410. * French Stream (French-medium) * Collège (6ᵉ – 3ᵉ): HK $ 173,718 per year (Term 1 $ 69,488 \| Term 2 $ 52,115 \| Term 3 $ 52,115). Net Fee after grant: HK $ 170,440. * Lycée (2ⁿᵈ – Terminale): HK $ 210,940 per year (Term 1 $ 84,376 \| Term 2 $ 63,282 \| Term 3 $ 63,282). Net Fee after grant: HK $ 206,930. Tuition is invoiced at the start of each of the three terms. Payment is due within 30 days of invoice date. Other Costs * Uniforms: Ordered directly from independent suppliers (e.g. Uniform Station Ltd). PE uniform mandatory. * Examinations: e.g. IGCSE (subject-based), IB Diploma fees, and Brevet/Baccalauréat for French stream students. * Extra-Curricular Activities & Outings: Invoiced separately by the school. * Replacement access card: HK $ 100. Refund & Withdrawal Policy Tuition fees are non-refundable once a term has commenced. Late withdrawal may incur a fee equivalent to one or two months of tuition. Withdrawals must be notified by 31 October, 31 January, or 31 March depending on the term. Payment Methods Payments are primarily by direct debit; cheques or bank transfers may be accepted only at the school’s discretion. All bank charges must be borne by the payer. Interest of 1 % per month applies to overdue balances.	Fee details Application fees - A non‑refundable application fee of HK$1,800 is payable upon submission of an application. Tuition fees (annual and per instalment) — academic year 2025–26 - Prep 1 to Prep 6 (Primary Years Programme, PYP): HK$198,860 per year, charged in 10 instalments (HK$19,886 per instalment). - Foundation Year 1 to 3, Remove and Hundred (Middle Years Programme, MYP): HK$226,210 per year, charged in 10 instalments (HK$22,621 per instalment). - Lower Sixth and Upper Sixth (Diploma Programme, DP): HK$226,210 per year, charged in 10 instalments (HK$22,621 per instalment). Note: the published charging method is ‘‘in 10 instalments'' / ‘‘ten monthly installments'', so the amounts above are shown both annual and per one of the ten instalments. Annual Capital Levy and entry conditions - An annual non‑refundable Capital Levy of HK$42,000 is due on acceptance of a school offer; receipt of the Capital Levy together with the parent's signed offering letter is mandatory for enrolment. Pupils covered by an Individual Nomination Right (INR) or a Corporate Nomination Right (CNR) are exempt from the Annual Capital Levy. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school publishes tuition as charged in ten instalments (described as ten monthly instalments). The application fee is payable at application submission. The Annual Capital Levy is payable on acceptance and is non‑refundable. The Capital Levy must be received together with a signed offering letter before a place is confirmed. No separate termly tuition schedule is published; tuition is shown as an annual sum with the charge method of 10 instalments. Boarding fees - No boarding fee is published in the school's fee schedule. The published fee items for 2025–26 are application fee, annual tuition (by year group) and the Annual Capital Levy; no boarding charges appear in the published fees. Other costs and typical additional charges - Uniform: itemised prices for primary summer and winter uniform pieces are published (examples include book bag HK$98, ties HK$58–HK$63, blazers and other garments with item prices shown in the uniform order forms). Uniforms are ordered via the school's appointed supplier; individual item prices and ordering details are published in the school uniform order forms. - Co‑curricular activities (CCAs): activities run by internal staff are free or nominal; activities run by external providers are charged at cost and billed separately. - School bus: the school operates school‑bus services covering Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, the New Territories and Discovery Bay; parents subscribe to the bus service on a termly basis. Specific bus routes and timetables are published; bus fares are handled through the school's transport subscription process (no single bus fare schedule is published on the main fee page). - Other potential charges: the published admission/fee information highlights that some activities, trips, external lessons or specialist provision may carry additional charges; such extras are listed or billed when applicable. Refund information (what is stated in the published fees) - The application fee is explicitly non‑refundable. The Annual Capital Levy is explicitly non‑refundable and is due on acceptance. The published fees pages do not provide a general, itemised tuition refund schedule for withdrawals or mid‑year cancellations; the only explicit non‑refundable items named are the application fee and the Capital Levy. Fee payment options and practical notes about payment - The school's published fees pages state the amounts, instalment structure and when the Capital Levy is due, but do not list specific payment channels (for example: credit card, bank transfer, Convera/PayMyTuition or autopay details) on the Fees and Admissions pages. Parents should note that the school's Finance/Admissions contacts are provided for payment arrangements and invoicing. Sources and key published references used above: the school's Fees & Charges page and Admissions FAQ (application fee, tuition by year group, instalment structure and Capital Levy), the published uniform order forms (uniform item prices and supplier ordering details), and the school bus timetable document (routes and scheduling).
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school operates as a day school with no on-site boarding facilities. The IB World School profile lists 'Boarding facilities: DAY', confirming there is no on-campus boarding. The Malvern College Hong Kong does offer residential programmes at Malvern College UK and other Malvern sister schools to provide boarding-life experiences off-site.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Primary students wear their uniform every day; teachers decide whether to wear the school uniform or the sports uniform. Secondary students wear the sports uniform on days with physical education classes or for school outings.	Uniform requirement Uniforms are required for all pupils: they must wear the appropriate summer or winter MCHK school uniform. House ties are issued after pupils are allocated to their house, and siblings are placed in the same house; ties are presented during the first week.
Food options	Food options There is a canteen at all four campuses. Meals are prepared daily by Compass and provided to Primary and Early Years with a single main course, while Secondary students may choose between two meal options. The meals are nut-free and designed to be wholesome and balanced with the five essential nutrients. Those not registering for school meals may bring packed lunches.	Food options The campus includes a Dining Hall named 'Grub' with a professional kitchen designed to support the Malvern College House Dining experience, with flexible seating for house events. The site does not list specific menus, dietary options, or snack facilities.
House system	House system —	House system Malvern College Hong Kong uses a six-house system: Elgar, Lewis, MacLaurin, Weatherill, Morgan and Blenheim. Pupils are allocated to a house before term, dine with their house and compete in inter-house sporting events and assemblies; staff are also allocated to a house and participate in house activities.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The French International School ‘Victor Segalen' Association Limited is a non-profit company limited by guarantee, incorporated under the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance, and managed by a Board of elected individuals. The Board's structure includes voting and guest members and multiple committees. The interim Head of School is Michael Maniska.	Governance and ownership Governance is via a College Council. The leadership includes a Management Board with representation from Malvern College International (Asia Pacific) and Malvern College UK, reflecting UK-parent oversight and international collaboration. The school is part of the Malvern College Family of Schools network.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Students in the International Stream follow the English National Curriculum in Years 7-9, then take the Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10-11, and complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in Years 12-13. In the French Stream, students follow the French national curriculum, preparing first for the Diplôme National du Brevet (DNB) in lower secondary, then the French Baccalauréat (including optional bilingual or international pathways) in upper secondary. Across both streams, language acquisition, humanities, sciences, arts and physical education are integrated, with additional options such as Latin, Mandarin, German or Spanish depending on stream. The aim is that by the end of Year 13 / Terminale, students are ready either for higher education globally or in France.	Curriculum details Malvern College Hong Kong delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum across the full IB continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Years 1–6, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Years 7–11, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for Years 12–13. The Primary Years Programme emphasizes a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based approach with core subjects such as Mathematics, Arts, Science, and Physical Health and Social Education, and includes a collaborative project in Prep Year 6; assessment uses formative and summative methods with self- and peer-assessment. English is the language of instruction, and daily Mandarin/Simplified Chinese language study is mandatory to support Chinese language and culture. The school emphasizes personalized academic enrichment within a low teacher-pupil ratio of around 1:10, with a house tutor for secondary students and a transdisciplinary curriculum. In the Diploma Programme, students undertake a two-year course (Years 12–13) and complete six subjects from the IB groups, plus the Extended Essay, Theory of Knowledge, and CAS.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio 1:10 (approximate)
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar View document	Academic calendar View document
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school’s Student Services and Health Services teams operate across all four campuses, including Blue Pool Road, collaborating with teaching staff and university-guidance departments to support students’ well-being, study skills and social development. Activities each year address health, citizenship, sleep, nutrition, organisation and bullying awareness. Students can access peer tutoring systems and are helped to develop organisational and academic habits through educational assistants working with teachers.	Social & emotional learning The Pastoral Care and Wellbeing pages show that Malvern College Hong Kong places wellbeing at the heart of its approach, with small class sizes, dedicated tutor time, and a boarding-school ethos adapted for a day-school setting. The aim is to develop pupils' physical, social and emotional development alongside academics, with character education and strong personal relationships emphasized within the school community. The school provides counselling as well as career and university guidance for senior year groups. Wellbeing is monitored through regular wellbeing audits, including anonymous surveys for secondary pupils and emotion-based activities for younger pupils to help staff gauge mood. The house system and daily house dining are used to foster social belonging and school community.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school offers limited provision for students with special educational needs in a mainstream setting; availability depends on current levels of provision. Upon entry, a baseline assessment (CAT4) may identify support needs; the school may involve external professionals (speech-language therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists) when required. It is not a specialist SEN institution.	Special educational needs (SEN) Gifted and Special Needs Education is provided with programmes and personnel to support both gifted and SEN learners, including enrichment in Mathematics, Languages, Science, and the Arts, with personalised pacing and acceleration. A Learning Enhancement department supports pupils with SEN, English as an Additional Language (EAL), and gifted and talented pupils, via the Learning Enhancement Team (LET). The LET collaborates with class and subject teachers to meet individual needs and includes expertise in SEN, EAL and gifted pupils. A Gifted and Talented Co-ordinator leads identification and enrichment opportunities for capable pupils. SEN support is available on a case-by-case basis and subject to individual needs assessment. A third language programme (such as French, Spanish or Japanese) is planned in addition to compulsory English and Chinese to broaden provision for diverse learners.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school does not publicly disclose a dedicated EAL programme or how it handles English as an Additional Language support beyond general student support provisions.	English as an additional language Tailored language support and induction programmes are provided according to pupils' needs for non-native English speakers. Additional language support is provided as needed, including onboarding and summer remedial classes prior to the start of the school year. The Learning Enhancement Team (LET) includes expertise in English as an Additional Language and works with class and subject teachers to meet individual language needs. All classes are taught in English, with language classes other than English taught separately. Spanish ab initio is available in the Sixth Form, and French, Spanish and Japanese are offered for beginners in co-curricular activities. Applicants can join if they can follow an English-medium curriculum, with language learning support available as needed.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The Health Services team includes health assistants who provide interpersonal, educational and health-care support, working closely with teaching staff and other support services. Students and parents can make confidential appointments with a student counsellor for support and guidance.	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is embedded in the curriculum and tutor time, with a focus on developing pupils' physical, social and emotional wellbeing. The entire academic team is trained to assess and monitor pupils' wellbeing, identify problems early, and provide appropriate support. Wellbeing audits are conducted regularly, with secondary pupils completing anonymous surveys and younger pupils using emotion-expression activities to communicate feelings. Counselling is available, and senior pupils have access to career and university guidance. The house system, including daily house dining, supports a sense of community and social belonging.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school’s Student Services and Health Services teams contribute to student safety and protection by developing a “supportive and caring environment” where the well-being of each student is monitored. The school also publishes a safeguarding and child-protection policy.	Safeguarding Malvern College Hong Kong is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; staff must undergo child protection screening as part of the pre-employment procedure. The safeguarding commitment is reflected in recruitment practices and staff responsibilities. Governance and external oversight by Malvern College UK ensure safeguarding standards are maintained, with regular quality assurance inspections. Quality assurance notes ongoing alignment with the latest educational practices and high teaching standards, which supports safeguarding and pupil welfare. The school publicly states its safeguarding commitments across its information pages and staff policies.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy View document	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Blue Pool Road Campus is the secondary campus of the French International School of Hong Kong, located at 165 Blue Pool Road, Happy Valley, Hong Kong. It serves students in Year 7 to Year 13 and hosts both the French Stream and the International Stream. The campus provides dedicated receptions for each stream, health services, university guidance and exams, Vie Scolaire, a canteen, and school bus services. It forms part of an all-through school offering the French national curriculum in the French Stream and the English National Curriculum in the International Stream, within a bilingual, multicultural environment.	Facilities overview Malvern College Hong Kong has a seven-storey, 26,000-square-metre campus located at 3 Fo Chun Road, Pak Shek Kok, New Territories, Hong Kong. The campus is adjacent to the Hong Kong Science Park and near the Chinese University of Hong Kong and the Education University of Hong Kong, and it houses the primary and secondary school with academic, sporting and recreational spaces. It is designed with environmental principles to enhance natural ventilation, light penetration and shading, contributing to a low-carbon footprint. In 2020 the campus was awarded the Quality Building Award (QBA) in the Hong Kong Non-Residential (New Building – Government, Institution or Community) category for the high standard of its building and facilities. Blended learning spaces and modern technology support teaching, learning and sustainability across the campus.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Blue Pool Road Campus integrates sport and physical education into the curriculum and offers a broad range of extracurricular activities, including sports and arts, to support student development.	Sports facilities The campus includes a roof-top sky-pitch (AstroTurf 4th generation with a shock-absorption pad) for football and rugby, with lighting designed to minimise disturbance to neighbours. There is an indoor heated swimming pool with six lanes and 25 metres, and an indoor multi-purpose sports hall with full-sized basketball, badminton and volleyball courts and cricket lanes. Physical education is an integral part of the core curriculum, and a wide range of sports is offered within the co-curricular programme.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The campus offers two streams: the French Stream follows the French national curriculum from kindergarten through to the French Baccalauréat; the International Stream follows a programme based on the English National Curriculum and enhanced for an international setting, leading to IGCSE and the IB. The school provides education from kindergarten through upper secondary.	Academic facilities All classrooms are equipped with interactive projectors, audio systems and acoustic ceilings. The campus has seven science laboratories with different configurations and four-sided fume cupboards to support tutorials and practical work. The open-plan library is centrally located and designed as the school's hub, welcoming collaboration, study and exploration. Blended learning is supported by well-equipped learning spaces, makerspaces and modern teaching technologies.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities form an integral part of school life, including sports, arts, culture and educational activities.	Extra curricular facilities Malvern College Hong Kong offers a rich and innovative co-curricular programme that values CCAs as integral to developing the whole child. The programme includes sports and fitness activities such as badminton, football, rugby, cricket, swimming, netball and running; music and performance activities including ballet, choir, drama and orchestra; culture, community and current affairs such as Model United Nations and language-related activities; arts and crafts including Maker Space, pottery and textiles; and Games and Brains activities like coding, robotics and chess. Additional language and literature CCAs cover subjects from Chinese enrichment to French and Spanish for beginners to English for academia. The CCAs brochure provides more detail about specific offerings and schedules.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The school was founded in 1963, initially functioning in a small French-language setting with around 30 students in Pok Fu Lam. It later expanded and in March 1999 the Blue Pool Road campus was opened to accommodate the secondary school. Governance is via a not-for-profit structure, with a board including elected parent members and French Consulate representation.	History Malvern College Hong Kong opened its doors in August 2018 on a greenfield site adjacent to the Hong Kong Science Park after a competitive allocation process for the site. It is the Hong Kong affiliate of Malvern College UK, which was founded in 1865 and has a long heritage of British‑style education. The school is part of the Malvern College Family of Schools, a growing network that shares a common Malvern DNA and the Five Centres of Excellence: British‑style pastoral care; enhanced learning; entrepreneurial education; outdoor and environmental education; and a global network. Governance is provided through the Malvern College UK partnership, with UK members appointed to the College Council and regular quality assurance inspections by Malvern College UK. Malvern College Pre‑School Hong Kong (Coronation Circle) began operating in August 2017, and Island West campus followed in 2019, marking the HK family's early expansion prior to the main campus opening.
Community	Community The school community is comprised of students, families, staff, alumni and partners from many nationalities (over 45 countries) across its campuses. Community and cultural events include large family fairs, community festivals and events that celebrate sustainability and multicultural heritage.	Community Malvern College Hong Kong uses a British‑style House System with six houses: Elgar; Lewis; MacLaurin; Weatherill; Morgan; and Blenheim. The house system includes assemblies, social dining in the Grub, and inter‑house competitions, creating a sense of family and community across the school. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care and pupil wellbeing, with staff trained to monitor wellbeing and regular wellbeing audits that involve pupils and parents. Co‑curricular activities, expeditions, leadership programmes and Forest‑Beach School operate as part of an expansive programme under the Five Centres of Excellence, and the campus maintains active links with the wider Malvern College network for cross‑campus collaboration and opportunities.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Parent involvement is organised through the French International School Community Association (FISCA), which invites parent volunteers to collaborate with students, staff and teachers. FISCA runs “Meet & Greet” breakfasts (e.g., “Get-to-Know FISCA Breakfast”) to bring parents together. It also organises events such as the Uniform & Book Fair at the Blue Pool Road campus (June 2024) to buy/sell used uniforms and books, with proceeds to charity. Parent volunteers may join committees via WhatsApp groups and contribute time according to their availability. Through the year, FISCA hosts social events such as Quiz Nights and community-connection evenings to engage families.	Parent teacher association There is no publicly described standalone Parent‑Teacher Association for Malvern College Hong Kong on the public site. Parent involvement is facilitated through school‑organised channels such as Malvern Meets information sessions for prospective parents and pupil‑led campus tours. The Malvern College Pre‑School Hong Kong runs a Parents Partnership programme that includes a ‘Parenting Programme' and regular ‘Parent Insight' sessions, with opportunities to visit classes, volunteer, read stories and engage in home–school activities. The Pre‑School site also promotes Home‑School Partnership and bi‑weekly Playgroup newsletters to keep parents informed. Alumni and parent communities engage across the Malvern College network, including events run by the Malvernian Society and Hong Kong gatherings. Information sessions and campus tours (Malvern Meet and Pupil‑led Campus Tour) are key elements of parent engagement.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The Blue Pool Road Campus is the secondary campus of the French International School of Hong Kong, located at 165 Blue Pool Road, Happy Valley, Hong Kong. It serves Year 7 through Year 13 and supports both the French Stream and the International Stream.	Academic & intellectual Malvern College Hong Kong provides an IB continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The school maintains small class sizes with a teacher-pupil ratio around 1:10 and assigns a House tutor to each pupil to support academic and wider development. The learning approach emphasises inquiry and collaboration across the curriculum, with a focus on developing independent, critical thinkers. A strong commitment to holistic development combines academic excellence with opportunities for leadership and service.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative The Arts are integrated into curricular and co-curricular programmes. The Music department runs ensembles including orchestra, choirs, string ensemble, jazz band and indie band; Malvern Music Academy offers private tuition during the school day; performances take place in the auditorium, with events such as Christmas and summer concerts and house music competitions. Visual Arts are taught from Prep 1 and there are three visual arts studios; Drama develops presentation and theatre skills, with drama activities across units of inquiry and a dedicated Drama club. The Arts feature prominently in both curricular and co-curricular activities.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language Language and Culture are offered through English for Academia, Chinese Enrichment, Spanish, French and Japanese. The co-curricular programme also provides language and cultural opportunities such as English for Academia, Chinese Enrichment, and language clubs.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies The co-curricular programme includes a broad range of activities across sports, arts, language and culture, coding and robotics, and numerous clubs. Sports include football, rugby, cricket, field hockey, basketball, netball, volleyball, badminton, swimming, gymnastics, yoga, capoeira, multi-sport, fencing, water polo and sailing; Arts cover dance, visual arts, music and drama; Language and Culture offerings include English for Academia, Chinese Enrichment, Spanish, French and Japanese; clubs include Gardening Club, Chess Club, Environmental Club, Science Club, Games Club, Cookery Club, Chinese Reading Club; Debating and Model United Nations are also part of the programme.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service The Signature Programme is built on six pillars – Internationalism, STEAM, Sustainability, Adventure, Leadership and Service – and includes Enhanced Learning, Experiential Education, Outdoor Learning and our Global Network. It features interdisciplinary and enrichment trips, the Student Council, Round Square Committee, the MUN Programme, Malvern Mingle, and Harvard Model Congress for Young Leadership, with service activities embedded in the programme and IB alignment.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Leadership and service are embedded in the Signature Programme, with opportunities through Student Council, MUN Programme, Harvard Model Congress for Young Leadership, and other enrichment activities that link to a global Malvern network. The Sixth Form offers enrichment opportunities and the IB Diploma Programme, with additional expeditions and leadership experiences as part of senior year development.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing Pastoral care and wellbeing are central to the school, with a focus on physical, social and emotional development, counselling support, wellbeing audits and a strong emphasis on community. The school follows a house-dining tradition to foster social interaction, and staff are trained to monitor pupil wellbeing and provide guidance for university and career planning in later years.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Languages taught include French and English. The French Stream follows the French National Education curriculum. The International Stream follows a programme based on the English National Curriculum. The school emphasizes bilingual proficiency, with non-French speakers continuously exposed to French, and French-speaking students learning English intensively.	Language provision The school teaches in English as the language of instruction. Daily Chinese classes are required, with Mandarin taught in Chinese characters. In addition to English and Chinese, languages offered include Spanish (ab initio in the Sixth Form from 2021-22) and potential future offerings; French, Spanish and Japanese at beginner level are available in CCA.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school operates two streams: French Stream and International Stream. The French Stream follows the French National Education curriculum. The International Stream follows a programme based on the English National Curriculum. The school aims for all students to achieve excellent proficiency in both French and English.	Bilingual teaching The school provides English-medium instruction for all classes, with language classes offered beyond English. Mandarin Chinese is taught daily to pupils as part of IB requirements, using Simplified Chinese characters. Spanish ab initio is available in the Sixth Form from 2021-22, and French, Spanish and Japanese for beginners are offered in co-curricular activities (CCA).
Immersion programs	Immersion programs The school offers an immersive bilingual curriculum (BIM).	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations The French International School (Blue Pool Road Campus) holds several international and national accreditations, reflecting the dual-stream nature of its curriculum and commitment to sustainable education: * AEFE (Agence pour l’Enseignement Français à l’Étranger): Recognised as a partner school of the French Ministry of Education’s AEFE network, which oversees French schools abroad and ensures alignment with the French national curriculum. * IB World School: Authorised by the International Baccalaureate Organisation to deliver the IB Diploma Programme (Years 12–13). * Cambridge International School: Accredited by Cambridge International Examinations to deliver the Cambridge IGCSE in Years 10–11. * ICA Accreditation (2021–25 and 2022–26): Accredited by the International Curriculum Association for the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and International Early Years Curriculum (IEYC), validating quality of teaching and assessment standards. * Metanoia Sustainability Audited: Certified under the Metanoia Sustainability Audit, which assesses schools on environmental impact and sustainable operations. * The Alliance for Sustainable Schools – Founding Member: Founding member of this regional network promoting sustainability practices and collaboration among schools in Asia.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Application Preparation Parents first determine whether their child will apply to the French Stream or International Stream, and to which year level. Required documents include the child’s passport or birth certificate, Hong Kong visa, and recent school reports (for applicants from Year 2 and above). The non-refundable application fee of HK $2,200 must be paid at this stage. 2. Online Application Submission Applications are completed and submitted online through the FIS admissions portal, where supporting documents are uploaded. Once submitted, parents receive confirmation of receipt and processing status. 3. Assessment and Interview Most applicants are invited for an assessment or interview appropriate to their age group and language stream. The evaluation considers academic readiness, previous school reports, and in some cases, language ability. 4. Offer of Admission When a place is available and the application successful, an offer letter is issued. To secure the place, parents must pay a non-refundable advance payment of HK $25,000 and acquire a debenture (either corporate or private). 5. Enrolment and Orientation Following confirmation, parents receive joining details, including guidance on uniforms, school transport, medical forms, and orientation sessions for new families.	Admissions The school accepts rolling applications throughout the school year and up to two years before the intended Year 1 entry. All applicants are invited to an assessment and/or observation session. The language of instruction is English, and applicants must demonstrate the ability to follow an English-medium curriculum; limited English may be acceptable when supported by strong school reports and home language development. Admissions priority is given to groups including Corporate Nomination Right (CNR) nominees, Individual Nomination Right (INR) nominees, siblings of current pupils, children of Old Malvernians, pupils transferring within the Malvern College family, and candidates who contribute to diversity in nationality, ethnicity, religion, age and gender. A meeting with both parents and the child is a mandatory part of the process, and all applicants must meet the school's entrance requirements. The online application is completed per applicant in English with proper capitalization; names must match HKID or passport. After submission, an auto-generated acknowledgment is issued. The application fee must be paid by mail or courier within seven days of online submission; printed copies are not required. For questions, contact the admissions office. The school is an IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).
Scholarships	Scholarships FIS offers a limited number of scholarships and grants: * IB Academic Excellence Scholarship: Covers the two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for outstanding students entering Year 12. Selection is based on academic merit, school reports, and a personal statement. * French Government Scholarships (AEFE): Available to eligible students in the French Stream, administered through the Consulate General of France in Hong Kong. * Thierry Dubois Family Debentures: Provide limited financial relief and priority admission for selected students through corporate sponsorship.	Scholarships Scholarships are available for the academic year 2026-27 in multiple areas: Academic, Diversity, Drama, Leadership, Music, Sports, and Visual Arts/Design. Scholarships are open to both internal and external candidates; external candidates must meet the general admissions criteria and pass the online assessment and attend an admissions interview. Existing Malvern pupils may apply and may hold up to two scholarships at the same time; if a second scholarship is awarded, it is considered honorary and does not provide additional monetary benefits beyond curricular access. To apply, complete the Application Form for MCHK Scholarship 2026-27 and submit the required supporting documents. Scholarship decisions consider overall quality of the candidate's application, including personal, academic and co-curricular profile, interview performance, evidence of talent and potential contribution to school life, and are made at the discretion of the school's scholarship panel. Bursaries are available for families in need, including non-local families not in receipt of an educational allowance from their employer; applications are open for pupils across all year groups starting from Prep 1 (Year 1) onwards, and families receiving support are expected to uphold the ethos of a Malvern education.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school uses a waiting-pool system rather than guaranteeing immediate placement. When an assessment is successful but no place is available, applicants are placed in the waiting pool and contacted once a vacancy opens.	Waitlist —
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