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Malvern College Egypt • A School of many nations but a family of one

College Guiding Statements Motto: Sapiens Qui Prospicit - Wise is the Person Who Looks Ahead 1. The College cultivates the whole pupil Pupils at the College enjoy a balanced education, which aims through an excellent academic, pastoral and co-curricular programme to develop their individual intellectual, physical, social and emotional well-being.

2. The College values community well-being and provides a safe and supportive learning environment Pupils, parents and staff are provided with a secure, safe and supportive environment to promote personal, social and emotional well-being and growth.

3. The College shapes pupils to become global citizens who have an understanding of, and ability to adapt to, the complexities of an ever-changing world Through developing an appreciation of the needs of local and global communities, an awareness of the world around us and celebrating cultural similarities and diversity, pupils truly become global citizens with an internationally minded outlook and a desire to provide service for others.

4. The College encourages a passion for learning through enquiry, curiosity and collaborative participation Pupils at the College are encouraged to become self-motivated inquirers and thinkers who have a passion for learning. Pupils develop the confidence to become independent learners who know how and when to collaborate to develop their own learning and that of those around them.

5. The College respects the natural world and its resources both globally and locally The College develops individuals who have a desire to learn about the world in which they live. Pupils should aspire to be caring individuals who are able to understand their own responsibility to, and impact on, the environment both locally and globally.

6. The College prepares pupils to live their lives honestly with a spirit of respect for themselves and others Pupils are supported in developing deep-rooted values that give rise to principled individuals who act with honesty, integrity, respectful manners, as well as being flexible, pragmatic and open to new ideas. The College guides its pupils to be open-minded and respectful of the diversity of our community.

7. The College prepares pupils to take risks and show endurance and resilience to achieve their goals Pupils are encouraged to persevere as they encounter unfamiliar situations and explore new ideas or opportunities and to be resilient in the face of adversity, inspiring the self-belief to become confident, well-informed risk takers.

8. The College challenges each pupil to be the best they can be and discover who they might become The College learning environment encourages and celebrates exploration, experimentation, questioning and discovery whilst developing a sense of personal responsibility to learning. Pupils will be reflective in analysing opportunities, in facing challenges and in learning from their inevitable mistakes.

9. The College prepares each pupil to become effective and dynamic communicators within the modern world The College promotes opportunities for all pupils to develop their English language skills and explore their abilities in other languages. Pupils are encouraged and supported to utilise technologies to expand their capability to communicate effectively.

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The Malvern Qualities Malvern College Egypt holds a firm commitment to absolute and fundamental values that have stood the test of time. While we refer to them as “Malvern Qualities” they are as relevant in the town of Malvern UK as they are in our city of Cairo. It is through our common emphasis on these values that pupils across the Malvern family of schools will leave well-prepared as global citizens who are ready to both understand and solve issues facing our world in the 21th Century.

Resilience Showing persistence and perseverance in the face of difficulty. Having the ability to face challenges with confidence and with good humour. Being able to respond positively to setbacks and to see them as an opportunity to learn.

Self awareness Being reflective about the process of learning and what we do. Showing an awareness of both strengths and weaknesses and taking responsibility for personal development.

Open mindedness Being open-minded to the wide range of beliefs, opinions and cultures that make up the modern world and yet having the strength of character to stand by one’s own. Showing respect and acceptance to those who hold contrary views and the intellectual flexibility to see others’ points of view. Having a global outlook and actively contributing to a multicultural society.

Collaboration Demonstrating an awareness that collaboration is a vital skill in society. Working with others to bring about the greater good and to offer service. Showing generosity towards other opinions and ideas and an ability to recognise that other ideas may be better than one’s own. Working together to learn.

Kindness Recognising that kindness and consideration are an essential part of a civilised society and a happy community. Acting with compassion and showing empathy towards those in difficulty.

Risk taking Demonstrating a confident, imaginative and innovative approach to what is possible. Pushing oneself both mentally and physically in unfamiliar situations. Showing curiosity and creativity to explore new ideas and opportunities.

Curiosity Having an inquisitive and investigative attitude.

Ambition Being forward-thinking with a vision of the future, and showing the determination and courage to follow this path.

Independence Showing self-reliance and resourcefulness in all actions.

Integrity Showing the strength of character to be an honest and trustworthy member of society and to stand by one’s beliefs.

Being willing to accept personal responsibility where things go wrong and to learn from mistakes when they occur.

Demonstrating intellectual honesty by acknowledging sources of information and ideas.

Humility Having awareness of one’s strengths and abilities but with a sense of modesty. Recognising the distinction and benefits of a Malvern College education, making the most of the opportunities it provides and understanding with sensitivity and humility that others do not enjoy the same advantages.

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OUR APPROACH TO LEARNING Our approach to learning intends to cultivate a thirst for knowledge, a love of learning and the confidence to develop academic and social skills in our pupils, which will prepare them for success in higher education and life beyond.

The primary teaching language at Malvern College Egypt is English. From Nursery through to Year 8 we offer an enhanced form of the English National Curriculum, which is inquiry-based, yet also maintains structure for academic rigour. The child is put at the centre of their learning.

In Year 9 pupils begin the International GCSE prior to moving to the Sixth Form to study their final qualification before graduation. MCE offers a full complement of A-Levels courses within our Sixth Form, as well as the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

Our highly qualified academic staff encourage a scholarly approach in our students and look to nurture in them the habits and skills of independent as well as collaborative learning, which will equip them not only for success at school but also at university and in their future careers.

We are committed to providing academic support and strength to all our pupils, across the ability range, within the curriculum and through enrichment programmes and an extensive range of academic clubs and societies. The return, we believe, will be a splendid set of examination results achieved by well-balanced young people that will enable admission to the most highly regarded universities both in the UK and internationally.

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OUR MISSION

Malvern College Egypt strives to be the leading independent co-educational day school of its scale and type in Egypt, and seeks to develop happy, balanced individuals who will achieve personal fulfilment at university, at work and in society at large.

Our core business is learning. The broad curriculum, complemented by an extensive sporting, musical, artistic and dramatic cocurriculum and under-pinned by a strong emphasis on pastoral care, encourages individuals to maximise their potential.

Stimulated and challenged by the Malvern experience, we intend for our students more frequently to exceed expectations than simply to meet them. The emphasis on individual achievement has its counterpoint in our encouragement of teamwork, co-operation and service to others.

We believe it is important for our students to have a firm commitment to deep-rooted values, and to be flexible, pragmatic and open to new ideas. We seek to be inclusive, respecting members of all nationalities and promoting responsible and active citizenship.

We aim to build self-discipline, self-confidence, and to develop communication and leadership skills in our students, who will emerge as lively, articulate young adults ready to contribute widely to the global community.

At all times pupils will be guided by the words of the original Malvern College founders, “Sapiens Qui Proscipit� - Wise is the Person Who Looks Ahead.

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EARLY YEARS

The Early Years provides a safe, secure, happy and fun introduction to learning. Our approach puts the child at the centre of their learning with opportunities that are cross –curricular and meaningful. We encourage an interest in learning through an inquiry-based approach that engages the children in topics in which they have shown interest. Children learn how to listen to others, to communicate their ideas effectively, to solve problems and to develop resilience by persisting with tasks they may find challenging.

We understand that children develop at different speeds in many different areas, so it is vital that we work in partnership with our parents so that we support every child as they progress along their life journey of learning.

We believe in creating a learning environment that creates a stimulus for all our young children. We encourage outdoor learning to help cultivate their curiosity so that they develop into assured young learners who have the self-confidence and spirit to succeed in life.

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PRIMARY

In Primary, the aim is to ensure that all the children in our care are happy, confident, well motivated, enthusiastic and excited about life. We aim to provide a balanced academic challenge, which will enable each student to develop an appetite for learning to realise his or her potential in a safe, caring and supportive environment.

Our curriculum reflects the needs of the multi-cultural student body and capitalises on the unique opportunities provided by being located in Egypt. Resources and facilities are exceptional and help to provide a stimulating and exciting environment that encourages children to engage in their learning.

Our pupils learn through a cross-curricular, topic-based approach that creates excitement and puts the child at the centre of their own learning. Pupil progress is tracked using a variety of formative and summative assessments, to ensure that every child achieves to the best of their abilities.

In addition to daily English and Mathematics lessons, pupils enjoy lessons each week in Science, Humanities, Computing, Art, Design & Technology, Physical Education, Music, Arabic, Religion, and French. Social Studies is taught from Year 4. Where possible, these subjects make tangible links with the topics being studied in other subject areas.

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SECONDARY

In Secondary, we aim to develop confident, polite, considerate learners who are prepared for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of secondary school and adult life. We deliver a demanding academic programme but believe that success should not solely be measured in terms of academic outcomes and test results. We offer a curriculum that has meaning and breadth as we prepare pupils for IGCSE examinations before moving on to either the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or A Level examinations. All three are internationally recognised programmes that offer opportunities for collaborative learning and student-led, in- depth research into areas of interest.

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Pupils studying A levels will pursue an Academic Enrichment Programme enabling them to choose from a wide range of subjects in addition to their core AS and A2 subjects. The Enrichment Programme includes languages, Psychology (to AS) and the Extended Project Qualification.

Those pupils following the IBDP pathway will study six different subjects including at least two languages, Mathematics, Science and Humanities subjects.

A wide variety of subjects are available within an option blocking system ranging from Visual Arts to beginners Spanish. IBDP students will also complete the ‘core’ elements of Theory of Knowledge and an independent research based ‘Extended Essay’ as well as being actively involved in the “Creativity, Action, Service” programme.

Whichever educational course Sixth Form students choose to pursue, they will be given the opportunity to take on responsibility and leadership roles and to choose the areas of school life to which they feel most able to contribute and from which they will most benefit. Students will be carefully supported by subject teachers and, critically, their academic and pastoral tutor. Our students are able to choose their tutor from amongst the teaching staff early in the academic year, giving them an ideal opportunity to be tutored by a member of staff with whom they get on well and who will often specialise in an area that a pupil wishes to pursue after leaving Malvern College Egypt.

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Malvern College Egypt • A School of many nations but a family of one

OUR ACCREDITATIONS In the final two years of education at Malvern College Egypt students are enrolled in the MCE Sixth Form and have the option of studying either the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or A-Levels. Pupils studying A levels will pursue an Academic Enrichment Programme enabling them to choose from a wide range of subjects in addition to their core AS and A2 subjects. The Enrichment Programme includes languages, Psychology (to AS) and the Extended Project Qualification as well as opportunities to take part in sporting, creative and service-based co-curricular activities. Those pupils following the IBDP pathway will study six different subjects including at least two languages, Mathematics, Science and Humanities subjects. A wide variety of subjects are available within an option blocking system ranging from Visual Arts to beginners Spanish. IBDP students will also complete the ‘core’ elements of Theory of Knowledge and an independent research based ‘Extended Essay’, as well as being actively involved in the College CAS programme. If you need further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org Whichever educational course Sixth Form students choose to pursue, they will be given the opportunity to take on responsibility and leadership roles and to choose the areas of school life in which they feel most able to contribute and from which they will most benefit from. Students will be carefully supported by subject teachers and, critically, their academic and pastoral tutor. Our students are able to choose their tutor from amongst the teaching staff early in the academic year, giving them an ideal opportunity to be tutored by a member of staff with whom they get on well with and who will often specialise in an area that a pupil wishes to pursue after leaving Malvern College Egypt.

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OUR FACILITIES & RESOURCES At Malvern College Egypt we are aware that there are many factors that contribute towards an exceptional learning environment. Although we believe strongly that facilities should not be considered the biggest of these factors, we do acknowledge that facilities can make a difference to the experience every child has at school. Our facilities are designed to not only allow for fun and creative learning within the classrooms but to also offer broader experiences for every pupil. Everyone has a talent or strength in some area of life and our aim is to give each pupil the opportunity to shine in whatever area.

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CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

At Malvern College Egypt we believe in the importance of educating and supporting the whole child. This happens within their normal daily lessons at MCE. However, part of this process is often found outside of the traditional classroom and our cocurricular activities programme gives pupils additional opportunities to participate in many different activities that help to nurture their development as well rounded pupils.

The co-curricular activities at MCE offer a wide range of different opportunities for pupils to pursue their talents and interests in sport, music, art and drama. They learn the value of teamwork, individual and group responsibility, physical strength and endurance, competition discipline, diversity, and a sense of culture and community.

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COMMUNITY SERVICE

Malvern College Egypt places great emphasis on ensuring that pupils develop humility and kindness, with an awareness of their responsibility to help others, care for the environment and respect all living things.

Our programme of community service projects helps pupils to develop this understanding through a variety of community service activities. Many of these projects are organised and implemented by the pupils themselves.

Some examples of these projects include visits to charities, donation appeals and fund-raising dress-up days and bake sales. We ensure that funds raised are allocated responsibly and used to benefit worthwhile causes.

We also encourage parent participation in our community service activities. MCE has a very active and supportive Friends of Malvern Committee who play a key role in our parent-led efforts.

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