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United Kingdom — Worcestershire

Malvern St James Girls' School

15 Avenue Road, Great Malvern, Worcestershire WR14 3BA — Direct rail route from London Paddington
"Currently "Empowering Girls, Empowering Futures" the school has begun phasing in broader language such as "A Proud Past, Bold Future, Empowering Every Pupil" to reflect the inclusion of boys."
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Ages3 – 18

Malvern St James Girls' School is an international school in Great Malvern, United Kingdom. It serves 300 students for students aged 3–18.

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Location & Getting There

15 Avenue Road, Great Malvern, Worcestershire WR14 3BAOpen in Maps
London, Birmingham, and Manchester airports within easy reach
Direct rail route from London Paddington

NanaSays Scorecard

300
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available
Scholarships Available
EAL Support
SEN Support
Bursaries Available
Duke of Edinburgh

Key Details

Support Services
EAL SupportYes
SEN SupportYes
Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English

Scholarships Available

Merit-based Scholarships

Senior School Scholarships carry a fee remission of up to 10% for Scholarships and 5% for Exhibitions. Sixth Form Scholarships may carry a fee remission subject to means testing. Combined total of all awards cannot exceed 40% of fees. Scholarships awarded for as long as student remains at school, subject to annual review. Maximum two scholarships per entry point. Also offers Founders' Awards and Lynne Lindner Award.

Means-Tested Bursaries

Means-tested bursaries are available. Contact the school admissions office for details.

Key facts

Ages
3–18 (Girls)
Pupils on roll
300
Inspectorate
ISI

About

Malvern St James Girls' School is a leading independent day and boarding school for pupils aged 3-18 with a distinctive ethos recognizing and supporting individual talents, interests, and passions. The school achieves excellent academic results while maintaining an inclusive, non-exam-factory approach where girls pursue diverse interests from horse riding to engineering. Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty at the foot of the Malvern Hills, the school offers flexibility with approximately 60% day pupils and 40% boarders.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

Why Families Choose

  • Individual talent and passion recognition
  • Inclusive, non-exam-factory ethos
  • Support for diverse interests and specialism
  • Freedom of spirit and respect
  • Location in culturally lively town
  • Direct rail access to London

Boarding Life

Boarding Type
Day and boarding
Capacity
130 students

Day Boarding, Flexi Boarding, Full Boarding, Weekly Boarding (Monday to Friday). Pupils can board from Year 3 (age 7) through to Upper Sixth (age 18). Approximately 60% of pupils are day girls, with 40% boarding.

Student Life

Houses
BenhamsAustenPoultonand Greenslade

Facilities & Programmes

Co-Curricular
Horse riding
Engineering
Politics
Climbing

Student Demographics

School Type
Girls
Age Range
318
Student Body
Boarding capacity130

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact the admissions office at Malvern St James Girls' School directly for current fee information.