Marlborough College Malaysia
- IB Diploma
- British
Per yearabout USD 15.5K–41.1K
MYR 63K–167K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
About
Independent British boarding and day school in Malaysia for pupils aged 3 to 18, on a purpose-built 90-acre site. Part of Marlborough College in Wiltshire, England, and wholly owned by it.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
IB Diploma · British
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
- Founded
- 2012
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Nursery | MYR 63,000≈ USD 15.5K |
| Pre-Prep (Reception - Year 3) | MYR 119,400≈ USD 29.4K |
| Preparatory (Year 4 - Year 6) | MYR 125,400≈ USD 30.9K |
| Preparatory (Year 7 & Year 8) | MYR 141,300≈ USD 34.8K |
| Senior (Shell/Year 9) | MYR 141,300≈ USD 34.8K |
| Senior (Remove & Hundred / Year 10 & Yea | MYR 153,600≈ USD 37.8K |
| Senior (Lower Sixth & Upper Sixth) | MYR 166,800≈ USD 41.1K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Nursery | MYR 63,000 (about USD 15.5K) |
| Pre-Prep (Reception - Year 3) | MYR 119,400 (about USD 29.4K) |
| Preparatory (Year 4 - Year 6) | MYR 125,400 (about USD 30.9K) |
| Preparatory (Year 7 & Year 8) | MYR 141,300 (about USD 34.8K) |
| Senior (Shell/Year 9) | MYR 141,300 (about USD 34.8K) |
| Senior (Remove & Hundred / Year 10 & Yea | MYR 153,600 (about USD 37.8K) |
| Senior (Lower Sixth & Upper Sixth) | MYR 166,800 (about USD 41.1K) |
Source: school website (marlboroughcollegemalaysia.org) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| Marlborough College Malaysia (this school) | MYR 63,000 (about USD 15.5K) | MYR 166,800 (about USD 41.1K) |
| Crescendo-HELP International School | MYR 29,700 (about USD 7.32K) | MYR 42,030 (about USD 10.4K) |
| Tenby Schools Setia Eco Gardens | MYR 17,070 (about USD 4.21K) | MYR 54,810 (about USD 13.5K) |
| Idrissi International School Johor Bahru | MYR 14,100 (about USD 3.47K) | MYR 23,400 (about USD 5.76K) |
| R.E.A.L. Schools Johor Bahru | MYR 13,760 (about USD 3.39K) | MYR 30,210 (about USD 7.44K) |
| Cornerstone International School | MYR 9,600 (about USD 2.37K) | MYR 17,160 (about USD 4.23K) |
Source: school website (marlboroughcollegemalaysia.org) · checked 2026-10-28 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- MYR 2,000
- Enrolment fee
- MYR 5,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-09). Source: school website (checked 2026-10-28)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Deadline
- 2027-01-31
- Open days
- 2027-01-12
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Sibling discount
- 5% for third child; 10% for fourth child or more (children at the College at the same time)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB DP (Diploma) · British curriculum
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPNot here
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPNot here
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Not here
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
British curriculum
Early years to sixth form · Ages 3–18
Follows the English National Curriculum; pupils usually take IGCSEs around age 16 and A Levels in the last two years.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Outdoor education
- Academics
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
- Boarding
- Yes
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Farm
- Lake
- Golf range
- Boathouse
After-school activities
- Sports
- Arts
- Service
- Leadership
Upcoming events
- Jan12Tue
- Jan12Tue
- Jan21Thu
- Jan21Thu
- Jan23Sat
- Jan23Sat
- Jan25Mon
- Jan27Wed
- Jan30Sat
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- COBIS, IB
- Memberships
- COBIS, fobisia
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding offers a supportive community with strong pastoral care. Each boarding house runs residential weekends for new pupils.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
House system
Boarding houses hold residential weekends with outdoor activities to help new pupils settle and form friendships.
- Honan House
- Munawir Hill
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
The college is run by M East Sdn Bhd, wholly owned by Marlborough College in England. The council, mostly former pupils, meets once each term.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Teaches the British curriculum and reports consistently high achievement in IB.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
Reports strong IB results and former pupils at leading universities worldwide. Offers university guidance, Unifrog, university fairs and Oxbridge support.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
English as an additional language (EAL)
Runs a one-to-three term Accelerated English Programme for Years 4 to 8 and EAL lessons in Senior School, with additional charges. Places are limited.
- Accelerated English Programme
- EAL lessons
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Safeguarding
A designated safeguarding lead oversees child protection. The college reports COBIS Beacon status for its safeguarding and safer recruitment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Presented as a direct expansion of Marlborough College in Wiltshire, England, rather than a franchise.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Barton Farm is a shared community space for pupils, parents and pre-school children, with parent volunteers helping with planting and harvesting.
- Barton Farm
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
Facilities overview
A 90-acre campus with an on-site lake, organic farm and golf driving range.
- Lake
- Organic farm
- Golf driving range
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
Spanish and Malay classes run during the school day, at the same time as EAL lessons.
- Spanish
- Malay
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Awards
Named BSA International School of the Year and holds COBIS Triple Beacon Status.
- BSA International School of the Year
- COBIS Triple Beacon Status
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Accreditations
Publishes a COBIS Accreditation Report 2026 and an ISI Report.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Applicants complete an enquiry form, registration form, assessment and interview. Sixth Form scholarship applicants also take a cognitive test and an assessment day.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Scholarships
Sixth Form Academic Scholarships reduce tuition by 10% to 100%, means-tested. Open to current Year 11 pupils and new Sixth Form applicants.
- Medawar Society
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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