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Marlborough College Malaysia

Malaysia, Johor Bahru

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Community, involvement and what it's like to be a parent at this school

History

Marlborough College Malaysia was established in 2012 as the first overseas campus of Marlborough College in the UK, a prestigious British independent school founded in 1843. Rooted in the values and traditions of its UK counterpart, Marlborough College Malaysia was created to bring an authentic British boarding and day school experience to Southeast Asia. Since its opening, the College has grown rapidly in both size and reputation, offering a rigorous and holistic education to pupils aged 3 to 18. As a not-for-profit institution, MCM is committed to academic excellence, character development, and preparing pupils for a global future—upholding the Marlburian ethos of compassion, companionship, and conversation.

Community

The College fosters a warm, inclusive environment where pupils, parents, staff, and alumni feel a strong sense of belonging and shared purpose. Through regular events, service opportunities, and open communication, MCM builds strong partnerships between home and school. Parents are active members of the community, supported by the Friends of Marlborough College Malaysia (FoMCM), which organises social and fundraising initiatives that bring families together.
Boarding life further enriches our community spirit, creating a home-away-from-home environment where pupils develop lasting friendships across age groups and backgrounds.
Whether through shared values, traditions, or the everyday rhythm of College life, Marlborough College Malaysia is a community where every member is valued and encouraged to contribute.

Parent-Teacher Association

Friends of Marlborough College Malaysia (FoMCM) is the College’s parent association, dedicated to fostering community spirit and enhancing the Marlborough experience for all families. FoMCM organises a wide range of events and activities throughout the year – from welcome mornings and coffee catch-ups to major College events like the Christmas Fair and Balls. These initiatives not only support charitable causes but also strengthen the bonds between parents, pupils, and staff.

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Families immerse themselves in nature at Marlborough’s Barton Farm and Forest School, nurturing exploration, discovery, and meaningful connection to the environment.
Families immerse themselves in nature at Marlborough’s Barton Farm and Forest School, nurturing exploration, discovery, and meaningful connection to the environment. (credit Marlborough's Facebook)
Pupils develop responsibility, balance, and care through horse riding lessons.
Pupils develop responsibility, balance, and care through horse riding lessons. (credit Marlborough's Facebook)
Children and parents join together in a colourful MCM community event that encourage active living.
Children and parents join together in a colourful MCM community event that encourage active living. (credit Marlborough's Facebook)
Collaboration in action — team-building activities on the beach inspire problem-solving, leadership, and friendship.
Collaboration in action — team-building activities on the beach inspire problem-solving, leadership, and friendship. (credit Marlborough's Facebook)
Inspiring courage and care — a firefighter visit teaches pupils safety, service, and community spirit.
Inspiring courage and care — a firefighter visit teaches pupils safety, service, and community spirit. (credit Marlborough's Facebook)
Students embark on river expeditions, learning about ecosystems while building lasting memories.
Students embark on river expeditions, learning about ecosystems while building lasting memories. (credit Marlborough's Facebook)
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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees MYR 60,000 - 247,800
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1000
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2012
Bus Service Yes
Availability Are there places?
principal
Simon Burbury
School Principal

Marlborough College Malaysia is a British international boarding and day school that caters to students aged 3 to 18 years, offering British curriculum. As the first overseas campus of the renowned Marlborough College UK, the school delivers an education based on the English National Curriculum, culminating in IGCSEs and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in the Sixth Form. The 90-acre campus in Iskandar Puteri, Johor, features facilities including science laboratories, a theatre, music studios, an organic farm, lakeside classrooms, and multiple sports fields. A hallmark of the Marlborough experience is its emphasis on boarding, offering a home-away-from-home environment. What makes Marlborough College Malaysia unique is its commitment to outdoor education and character development, integrated through its Forest School, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Programme, and service learning initiatives. The school also boasts an elite-level sports programme, with competitive teams in rugby, football, swimming, and more, supported by professional coaching staff and outstanding facilities.

School Events

Past Events

Whole College Open Morning
Whole College Open Morning
The event will include a presentation from the Master, Mr Simon Burbury, followed by light refreshme...
Saturday, 23 May 2026 at 09:30 GMT+8 Marlborough College Malaysia campus, Iskandar Puteri

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