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United Kingdom — Worcestershire

The Elms School

Colwall
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Ages3 – 13

The Elms School is an international school in Malvern, United Kingdom. Founded in 1931. It serves 155 students for students aged 3–13.

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NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 1931
Year Founded
155
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available

Key Details

Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English

Academic Performance

Standards Met
ISI

ISI Inspection Report

The school meets all relevant Standards considered during this progress monitoring inspection. Leaders have effectively implemented the action plan to address Standards not met at the previous inspection, with particular improvements in safer recruitment training and early years mobile device usage policies.

ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
Leaders ensure effective implementation of the school's safeguarding procedures with a designated safeguarding lead who is a senior leader with sufficient authority
The safeguarding policy reflects statutory guidance and is effectively implemented with detailed and thorough record-keeping
Staff have suitable training reflecting local requirements and understand their safeguarding responsibilities
Governors maintain effective oversight of safeguarding procedures
Leaders and boarding staff ensure all additional regulatory requirements relating to boarders' safety and wellbeing are in place
Suitable filtering and monitoring systems are in place for the school's internet with regular effectiveness testing
The school implements its safer recruitment policy effectively with appropriate training for those involved in staff appointments
Leaders have effectively implemented the school's action plan addressing previously identified Standards not met
View Full ISI Report (2025-03-21)

Key facts

Founded
1931
Ages
3–13 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
155
Inspectorate
ISI

About

The Elms School is a co-educational boarding and day school for ages 8-13 located in Colwall, Malvern, Worcestershire. It offers day, flexi, and full boarding options with a Montessori Early Years program, emphasizing encouragement and enabling children to excel across academics, sports, arts, and practical activities.

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

Why Families Choose

  • Montessori Early Years program
  • Multiple boarding options (Full, Flexi, Day)
  • Emphasis on encouragement and personal development
  • On-campus farm

Facilities & Programmes

Arts
Drama
Visual Arts

Student Demographics

School Type
co-ed
Age Range
3 – 13
Student Body
Boarding capacity55

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Frequently Asked Questions

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