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The languages taught are English and Japanese. English is the main medium of instruction, with daily Japanese lessons mandatory for all pupils; EAL support is available for non-native English speakers. Language ability is assessed and classes run at levels from beginner to advanced, and the IB language of instruction is English and Japanese.
English is the main medium of instruction, and daily Japanese lessons are mandatory for all pupils. Pupils are grouped by language ability, with classes available from beginner to advanced levels. The school uses an English–Japanese dual-language approach to support proficiency in both languages, with EAL support available as needed.
Malvern College Tokyo employs a dual-language approach rather than a separate immersion program. Students are exposed to both English and Japanese within the curriculum, fostering language fluency in classroom contexts. Language workshops and language-learning sessions provide additional structured exposure to English and Japanese across age groups.
Malvern College Tokyo opened in August 2023 and is located in Kodaira, a residential and academic area in western Tokyo, approximately 40 minutes from the city centre by train. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP), with English as the main language of instruction. All pupils study Japanese daily, with classes organised by language proficiency. The campus includes specialist facilities such as science laboratories, a library and a STEAM and Design Makerspace equipped with tools including 3D printers and laser cutters. Sports facilities include a two-storey gymnasium, a full-size all-weather sports pitch and a running track. The school also features a Sakura Garden, which is used for outdoor learning and community events, including the annual Sakura Culture Festival. Malvern College Tokyo currently operates as a day school and provides school bus services on selected routes.